used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
acquiesceverbUS /ˌækwiˈes/
to agree or express agreement
From this reading Tom was ashamed not to acquiesce, but wished nevertheless that he might have had his own way.
filled with fear or apprehension
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
(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 The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
All-Hallow
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From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse
From this reading Tom was ashamed not to acquiesce, but wished nevertheless that he might have had his own way.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
the verbal act of requesting
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
belongingnounUS /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋ/
happiness felt in a secure relationship
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
betther
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From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
Cavana
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From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
clothing in general
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
carefully weighed
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894-1972)
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
a boy or man
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
forthwithadverbUS /ˈfɔːrˈθwɪθ/
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Tom was ashamed not to acquiesce, but wished nevertheless that he might have had his own way.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
humiliateverbUS /hjuːˈmɪlieɪt/
cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
invitationsnounUS /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃənz/
plural of “invitation” — a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
issuedverbUS /ˈɪʃuːd/
past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
LennonnounUS /ˈlenən/
English rock star and guitarist and songwriter who with Paul McCartney wrote most of the music for the Beatles (1940-1980)
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Tom was ashamed not to acquiesce, but wished nevertheless that he might have had his own way.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
Murdock
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From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
neighbornounUS /ˈneɪbər/
a person who lives (or is located) near another
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
neighborsnounUS /ˈneɪbərz/
plural of “neighbor” — a person who lives (or is located) near another
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
in spite of what has just been said
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
not any; not one
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
on one occasion
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
overruledverbUS /ˌoʊvərˈruːld/
past form of “overrule” — rule against
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Tom was ashamed not to acquiesce, but wished nevertheless that he might have had his own way.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
a human being
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
politest
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From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
only a very short time before
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
a male human offspring
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
express in words
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
male cat
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
a fact that has been verified
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Old Murdock had his reasons for asking him; although, to tell the truth, he and his son had a difference of opinion upon the subject.
wanst
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From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Edward Lennon, although he could scarcely be called a neighbor, and moreover was not considered as "belonging to their set," was nevertheless asked to be of the party.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Tom was ashamed not to acquiesce, but wished nevertheless that he might have had his own way.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
change directions as if revolving on a pivot
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
which person or people
From this reading The invitations for All-Hallow Eve were forthwith issued in person by old Murdock, who went from house to house in his Sunday clothes, and asked all the respectable neighbors in the politest manner.
Winny
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From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading Tom was ashamed not to acquiesce, but wished nevertheless that he might have had his own way.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Tom thought to "put a spoke in his wheel," but was overruled by the old man, who said it would look as if they were afraid to bring him and Winny Cavana together; that it was much better to let the young fellow see at once that he had no chance, which would no doubt be an easy matter on that night: "it was betther to _humiliate_ him at wanst."
