Chapter VI

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

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

(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 MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

of the greatest importance

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

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

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

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

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

the act of closing something

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

express approval of

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

worthy of high praise

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

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From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

a person who is older than you are

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

a quantity much larger than is needed

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

undergo or live through a difficult experience

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

inflected form of “forget” — dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

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

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

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

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

powerlessness revealed by an inability to act

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

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

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

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

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

easily impressed or influenced

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

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

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

the early stage of growth or development

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

free from evil or guilt

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

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

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

a small worthless amount

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

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

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

plural of “lesson” — a unit of instruction

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

not able to be found

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

possessive form of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

plural of “nature” — the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

and nothing more

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

pass beyond (limits or boundaries)

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

a human being

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving)

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

having a tendency (to); often used in combination

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

correct or appropriate behavior

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

third-person singular of “realize” — be fully aware or cognizant of

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

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

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

take something away by force or without the consent of the owner

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

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

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

an irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

express in words

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

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

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

past form of “tinge” — affect as in thought or feeling

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

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

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

a distinguishing feature of your personal nature

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

up to a particular time

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise

From this reading MISSING It is at such times that a person realizes his helplessness and utter dependence on the great Father of all.

precisely as stated

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

Risen from sleep; conscious.

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

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

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

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

From this reading Rob and Fred were full of animal life and spirits, and the elder especially was inclined, from this very excess of health and strength, to overstep at times the bounds of propriety, but both remembered the lessons learned in infancy at the mother's knee, and never failed to commend themselves to their heavenly parent, not only on waking in the glad morning, but on closing their eyes at night.

at the time that

From this reading Too much are we prone to forget such dependence, when all goes well, and too often the prayer for help and guidance is put off until too late.

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

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.

belonging to which person

From this reading It was a commendable trait in all three of the parties whose experience I have set out to tell that they never forgot their duty in this all-important matter.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Jack Cosgrove had one of those impressionable natures, tinged with innocent superstition, which is often seen in those of his calling.