Chapter VII · Chapter 7

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

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From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

The action of betraying one's country, a group, or a person; breach of trust.

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

a partially opened flower

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

an expression of approval and commendation

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

lacking spontaneity; not natural

From this reading Even then his manner was somewhat constrained.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

not pleasing in odor or taste

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

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From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

divisible by two

From this reading Even then his manner was somewhat constrained.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

-ing form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

made afraid

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

someone who plays the harp

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

a material effigy that is worshipped

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

in order that something should not happen

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

superlative of “light” — of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

possessive form of “love” — a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

plural of “lover” — a person who loves someone or is loved by someone

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Even then his manner was somewhat constrained.

in a submissive or spiritless manner

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

inflected form of “nip” — squeeze tightly between the fingers

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

in an open way

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

above and across; more than

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

(astronomy) any of the nine large celestial bodies in the solar system that revolve around the sun and shine by reflected light

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

on the contrary

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

set aside for the use of a particular person or party

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the quality of being holy

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Even then his manner was somewhat constrained.

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From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Even then his manner was somewhat constrained.

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From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Agatha, too, met him rather meekly, fearing lest she had led him into a position distasteful to his feelings.

plural of “topic” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

up to a particular time

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

precisely as stated

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Emma's smiling, half-jesting congratulations were nipped in the bud; she felt as she afterwards declared--“quite frightened at him.”

at the time that

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Whether Mr. Harper, being a rather proud and reserved individual, was not “so happy to be seen in the evening” as an attendant planet openly following his sphered idol, or whether, like all true lovers, he was very jealous over the lightest public betrayal of love's sanctity, most certainly he did not appear until he had been expected for at least two hours.

in the company of; together with

From this reading She was relieved when, taking little notice of herself, he fell into conversation with Mr. Thornycroft--a serious discussion on political and general topics.