used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading "Certainly," I said, pulling out a paper.
an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
clergymannounUS /ˈklɜːrdʒimən/
a member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
permission to do something
From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
curatenounUS /ˈkjʊrət/
a person authorized to conduct religious worship
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
declarationnounUS /ˌdeklərˈeɪʃən/
a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
distinctadjectiveUS /dɪˈstɪŋkt/
(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
yet to be or coming
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
gemsnounUS /dʒemz/
plural of “gem” — art highly prized for its beauty or perfection
From this reading I popped the gems into my purse, well pleased.
not fake or counterfeit
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading I popped the gems into my purse, well pleased.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
Jessie
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From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
misunderstandingnounUS /ˌmɪsəndərˈstændɪŋ/
putting the wrong interpretation on
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
OrientaladjectiveUS /ˌɔːriˈentəl/
denoting or characteristic of countries of the Far East
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading "Certainly," I said, pulling out a paper.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading "Certainly," I said, pulling out a paper.
pastenounUS /peɪst/
any mixture of a soft and malleable consistency
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading I popped the gems into my purse, well pleased.
poppedverbUS /pɑːpt/
inflected form of “pop” — bulge outward
From this reading I popped the gems into my purse, well pleased.
positiveadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːzətɪv/
characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
pullingnounUS /ˈpʊlɪŋ/
the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you
From this reading "Certainly," I said, pulling out a paper.
a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women)
From this reading I popped the gems into my purse, well pleased.
plural of “quality” — an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)
From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
plural of “stone” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading The curate looked up as if ashamed of himself.
(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 I popped the gems into my purse, well pleased.
plural of “wish” — a specific feeling of desire
From this reading "I consent," he said slowly, "since Jessie wishes it.
the act of creating written works
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading But as a clergyman, and to prevent any future misunderstanding, I should like you to give me a statement in writing that you buy them on my distinct and positive declaration that they are made of paste--old Oriental paste--not genuine stones, and that I do not claim any other qualities for them."
