Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

(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 These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

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

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

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From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

a flatbottomed jar made of glass or plastic; used for chemistry

From this reading He was routed by his own henchman, Joseph Beaker.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

plural of “bough” — any of the larger branches of a tree

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He was routed by his own henchman, Joseph Beaker.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

a race between candidates for elective office

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

past form of “conduct” — direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

past form of “count” — determine the number or amount of

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

having made preparations

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

past form of “encounter” — come together

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

the organ of sight

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

plural of “fight” — a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

someone who assists in a plot

From this reading He was routed by his own henchman, Joseph Beaker.

a major road for any form of motor transport

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

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

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

the act of beginning something new

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904)

From this reading He was routed by his own henchman, Joseph Beaker.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

a title used to address any British peer except a duke and extended to a bishop or a judge

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

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From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

a titled peer of the realm

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

a politician who is running for public office

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

projection that extends beyond or hangs over something else

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading He was routed by his own henchman, Joseph Beaker.

relating to or having the nature of a parliament

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

of or relating to philosophy or philosophers

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

four performers or singers who perform together

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

plural of “resource” — available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

plural of “revers” — a lapel on a woman's garment; turned back to show the reverse side

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

past form of “route” — send documents or materials to appropriate destinations

From this reading He was routed by his own henchman, Joseph Beaker.

cut with a saw

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

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

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

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

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

marked by diversity or difference

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

plural of “victory” — a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

someone engaged in or experienced in warfare

From this reading He was an old and experienced warrior in this cause, and had learned to look with a philosophic eye upon reverses.

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

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

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

From this reading But on the day following that which saw the introduction of his lordship's parliamentary nominee to the quartette party, his lordship encountered a check which called for all the resources of philosophy.

which person or people

From this reading These had been a long spell of fair weather, and the Earl of Barfield had carried on his warfare against all and sundry who permitted the boughs of their garden trees to overhang the public highway, for a space of little less than a month.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The campaign had been conducted with varying success, but the old nobleman counted as many victories as fights, and was disposed, on the whole, to be content with himself.