Chapter XVIII · Chapter 18

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

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

(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 Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

on or to one side

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

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

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

a young person of either sex

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

past form of “compare” — examine and note the similarities or differences of

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

permission to do something

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

persuaded of; very sure

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

plural of “corner” — a place off to the side of an area

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

traveling across

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

without light

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

dearly loved

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

state emphatically and authoritatively

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

plural of “delight” — a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

think moodily or anxiously about something

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation)

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

praise somewhat dishonestly

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

characteristic of or befitting a friend

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

a person of German nationality

From this reading _German Spaw_.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

a state of high honor

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

plural of “hint” — an indirect suggestion

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

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

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

being in captivity

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

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

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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 When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Lady MARY SUTTON to Miss WARLEY.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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 When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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 When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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

From this reading Lady MARY SUTTON to Miss WARLEY.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

in a nasty ill-tempered manner

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

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From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading Lady MARY SUTTON to Miss WARLEY.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

not any; not one

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

by chance

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

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From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

not used up

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

precisely, exactly

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

an ordered reference standard

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

not often

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

third-person singular of “signify” — denote or connote

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

term of address for a man

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

be seated

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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From this reading _German Spaw_.

plausible but false

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

undergo or be subjected to

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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From this reading Lady MARY SUTTON to Miss WARLEY.

carry out

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

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

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

caused to fall to the ground

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

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

From this reading Lady MARY SUTTON to Miss WARLEY.

plural of “treasure” — accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc.

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

plural of “turn” — a circular segment of a curve

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

morally excellent

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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From this reading Lady MARY SUTTON to Miss WARLEY.

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

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

have a certain weight

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

at the time that

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

in or at the place that

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

which person or people

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading No, my dear, _Lord Darcey_ is not the man he appears.--What signifies a specious outside, if within there's a narrow heart?--Such must be his, to let a virtuous love sit imprisoned in secret corners, when it delights to dwell in open day.

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

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth

From this reading When you mention'd your happy situation, the friendly treatment of Sir James and Lady Powis, I was inclined to think for _many_ reasons, it would be wrong to take you from them;--_now_ I am convinced, the pain _that_ must occasion, or the danger in crossing the sea, is not to be compared to what you might suffer in your _peace_ by remaining where you are.--When people of Lord Darcey's rank weigh long a matter of this nature, it is seldom the scale turns of the right side;--therefore, let not _Hope_, my dear child, flatter you out of your affections.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Perhaps, if he knew my intentions, all concealments would be thrown aside, and he glory to declare what at present he meanly darkly hints.--By my consent, you should never give your hand to one who can hold the treasures of the mind in such low estimation.