Chapter X · Chapter 10

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

hate coupled with disgust

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

giving an advantage

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

a cherished desire

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

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

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

established by authority; given authoritative approval

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

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

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

use to one's advantage

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it)

From this reading _Bath_.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

past form of “betray” — reveal unintentionally

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

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From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

(usually followed by “of”) having capacity or ability

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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From this reading The Honourable GEORGE MOLESWORTH to Lord DARCEY.

dearly loved

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

plural of “design” — the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

communicated in words

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

be agreeable or acceptable to

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

refrain from doing

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

From this reading The Honourable GEORGE MOLESWORTH to Lord DARCEY.

the act of departing

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

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

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

any place of complete bliss and delight and peace

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect

From this reading The Honourable GEORGE MOLESWORTH to Lord DARCEY.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

plural of “intention” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

uncertain how to act or proceed

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

with honesty

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

conformity or harmony

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

set down according to a plan

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

immediately past

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading The Honourable GEORGE MOLESWORTH to Lord DARCEY.

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 You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964)

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

come together

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

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From this reading The Honourable GEORGE MOLESWORTH to Lord DARCEY.

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

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

impressive in appearance

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

and nothing more

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

owed as a debt

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

plural of “particular” — a fact about some part (as opposed to general)

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

a strong feeling or emotion

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

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From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

the human face (“kisser” and “smiler” and “mug” are informal terms for “face” and “phiz” is British)

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

plural of “proposal” — something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

the activity of protecting someone or something

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

on the contrary

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

feel happiness or joy

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

plural of “resolution” — a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

worried and uneasy

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

cut with a saw

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

term of address for a man

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

believed likely

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

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

From this reading The Honourable GEORGE MOLESWORTH to Lord DARCEY.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading The Honourable GEORGE MOLESWORTH to Lord DARCEY.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

know and comprehend the nature or meaning of

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

feelings of anxiety that make you tense and irritable

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

the act of using

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

characterized by variety

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

in a hearty manner

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

at the time that

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

an old word meaning “from where”

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

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

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading I understand _nothing_ of features,--I know _nothing_ of physiognomy, if you have any uneasiness from Bridgman.--It was not marks of a violent passion he betrayed;--rather, I think, an ambition of having his taste approved by the world;--but we shall know more of the matter when I meet him in town.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading You talk of a _last_ argument--Forbear _that_ argument.--You _must_ not use it before you have laid your intentions open to Sir James.--_Neither_ follow her to France.--What, as you are situated, would _that_ avail?--Prevent her going, _if_ you can.--_Such_ a woman, under the protection of Lady Mary Sutton, _must_ have many advantageous proposals.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.

the one or ones belonging to the person spoken to

From this reading Believe me, my dear Lord, I never suspected you capable of designs you justly hold in abhorrence.--If I expressed myself warmly, it was owing to your keeping from me the knowledge of those particulars which have varied every circumstance.--I saw my friend a poor restless being, irresolute, full of perplexities.--I felt for him.--I rejoice now to find from whence this _irresolution_, those _perplexities_ arose.--She is,--she must,--by heaven! she shall be yours:--A reward fit only for _such_ great--_such_ noble resolutions.