Chapter XVII · Chapter 17

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

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

later than; following

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

(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 Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

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

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

react verbally

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

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

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

plural of “call” — a telephone connection

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

an occurrence of something

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

French writer of novels about women (1873-1954)

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

made comfortable or more comfortable in a time of distress

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

with firmness

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

-ing form of “depart” — move away from a place into another direction

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

the act of departing

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

give a description of

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

providing no shelter or sustenance

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

true confidential information

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

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

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

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From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

the wool of a sheep or similar animal

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

having or displaying warmth or affection

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

the property possessed by a slope that is very gradual

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

having the deep slightly brownish color of gold

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

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

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

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

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

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

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

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

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

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

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

a search for knowledge

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

(Greek mythology) the husband of Medea and leader of the Argonauts who sailed in quest of the Golden Fleece

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

mourned or grieved for

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

immediately past

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

the act of hearing attentively

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

lacking companions or companionship

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

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From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

a pipe that has several lateral outlets to or from other pipes

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

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

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

and nothing more

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

not any; not one

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

an effortful attempt to attain a goal

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in success. (Sự kiên trì, bền bỉ không bỏ cuộc.)

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

in a polite manner

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

address a deity, a prophet, a saint or an object of worship; say a prayer

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

past form of “preach” — deliver a sermon

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

-ing form of “receive” — get something; come into possession of

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

a practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech or concert)

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

past form of “remind” — put in the mind of someone

From this reading "No," she assured him decisively, as in departing he reminded her of his original question, "I didn't go fer to look in no pockit.

a person suffering with rheumatism

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

plural of “route” — an established line of travel or access

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

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

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

that is looked for

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

a loose-fitting white ecclesiastical vestment with wide sleeves

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading His calls of inquiry didn't mean merely putting the question politely and taking his departure after receiving an answer.

trying something to find out about it

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

in every part of a place, or for the whole of a period

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

an old word for “to”

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

showing sustained enthusiastic action with unflagging vitality

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

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

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it)

From this reading It meant, in the case of Mrs. Hudgers, a martyr's test of patience in listening to the devious and manifold routes taken by her rheumatic pains; a rehearsal of the late lamented Hallie's idiosyncracies; the details of his last illness; his death; and his wearing of the surplice at the obsequies.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Jason never sought the Golden Fleece with more unwearying perseverance than John displayed in the pursuit of the lost article which Colette refused to describe.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.

the basic unit of money in South Korea

From this reading Throughout her harangue he preached patience unto himself and remembered that she was an old woman, desolate in her "lone lornness," so he counselled not, neither did he pray, but comforted her with the gentleness of voice and speech that won him a fond place in her memory for all time.