Chapter II · Betty Meets Responsibility and a Trial of Patience

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

how long something has existed

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

a long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods)

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

(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 As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

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From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

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

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

any thing at all

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

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

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

a young person of either sex

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

power to direct or determine

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

someone who is a detective

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

(Greek mythology) wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

first in order of birth

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

constituting the full quantity or extent; complete

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

a deliberate act of omission

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

a social unit living together

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

the one or ones belonging to her

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

-ing form of “hope” — expect and wish

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

past form of “howl” — emit long loud cries

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

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From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

engage in

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

and nothing more

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

plural of “pun” — a humorous play on words

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

plural of “responsibility” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

an area that includes places where several people can sit

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

your consciousness of your own identity

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

in the near future

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

unusual or unfamiliar

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

desired or wished for or sought

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

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

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

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

From this reading As soon as they were settled in their seats, it all seemed natural enough.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading Whatever puns, good or bad, Betty might make on this unaccustomed adventure of hers, she was more accustomed to the little responsibilities that fall to the eldest child in a normal family than only children could be; and these in a measure had prepared her for this trip.

at the time that

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.

which person or people

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading Betty, across the aisle from Dick and Doris, gave Dick an understanding look and a smile when he gave Doris the seat next to the window.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Proper conduct in public was a matter of natural pride with this family, with the possible exception of Amy Louise, who had not reached the age of entire self control!

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

From this reading Dick was hoping that she would not do anything to embarrass them, for she sometimes howled when she could not do what she wanted to do.