used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
the performance of a part or role in a drama
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
matters of personal concern
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
(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 All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
any person at all
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
assertingadjectiveUS /əˈsɜːrtɪŋ/
relating to the use of or having the nature of a declaration
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
BACON-ROAST
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From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
Barbara
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From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
Betty
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From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
brieflyadverbUS /ˈbriːfli/
for a short time
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
put or send forth
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
Clara
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From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
committeenounUS /kəˈmɪti/
a special group delegated to consider some matter
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
confidedverbUS /kənˈfaɪdɪd/
past form of “confide” — reveal in private; tell confidentially
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
conjecturenounUS /kənˈdʒektʃər/
a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence)
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
couldn't
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From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
declaringverbUS /dɪˈklerɪŋ/
-ing form of “declare” — state emphatically and authoritatively
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
separated into parts or pieces
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
divisionnounUS /dɪˈvɪʒən/
an army unit large enough to sustain combat
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
EllisnounUS /ˈelɪs/
plural of “elli” — (Norse mythology) goddess of old age who defeated Thor in a wrestling match
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
at any time
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
(of persons) excessively affected by emotion
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
willing to give and share unstintingly
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
a young female
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
expect, believe, or suppose
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
HardingnounUS /ˈhɑːrdɪŋ/
29th President of the United States; two of his appointees were involved in the Teapot Dome scandal (1865-1823)
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
how
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From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
Jean'snounUS /dʒiːnz/
possessive form of “jean” — a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
and nothing more
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
immediately past
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
be successful; achieve a goal
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
A person or company involved in wholesale trade, especially with foreign countries.
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
MOONSHINERS
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From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
owningverbUS /ˈoʊnɪŋ/
-ing form of “own” — have ownership or possession of
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
participate in games or sport
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
established beyond doubt
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
realizingverbUS /ˈriːəlaɪzɪŋ/
-ing form of “realize” — be fully aware or cognizant of
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
resignedverbUS /rɪˈzaɪnd/
past form of “resign” — leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
retirementnounUS /riˈtaɪərmənt/
the state of being retired from one's business or occupation
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
shrewdadjectiveUS /ʃruːd/
marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
sorelyadverbUS /ˈsɔːrli/
to a great degree
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
Teddie
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From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
express in words
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
temptedverbUS /ˈtemptɪd/
past form of “tempt” — dispose or incline or entice to
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
a word or expression used for some particular thing
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
VenicenounUS /ˈvenəs/
the provincial capital of Veneto; built on 118 islands within a lagoon in the Gulf of Venice; has canals instead of streets; one of Italy's major ports and a famous tourist attraction
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
which person or people
From this reading Betty explained it briefly to Barbara, who in turn confided Jean's story to the rest of her committee.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
WilsonnounUS /ˈwɪlsən/
author of the first novel by an African American that was published in the United States (1808-1870)
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading THE MOONSHINERS' BACON-ROAST Jean's sudden retirement from the cast of "The Merchant of Venice" was the subject of a good deal of excited conjecture during the few days that remained of the winter term.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading So the Harding world was divided in its opinions, one party asserting that Jean's acting had proved a disappointment, the other declaring that she had wanted to manage the whole play, and finding that she couldn't had resigned her part in it.
not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
From this reading All of them but Clara Ellis thought better of Jean than they ever had before for the courage she had shown in owning herself in the wrong.
year'snounUS /jɪrz/
possessive form of “year” — a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading Teddie Wilson, being in Jean's French division, remembered her letter from the last year's girl and made a shrewd guess at the true state of affairs; but realizing just how sorely Jean had been tempted she was generous enough not to ask any questions or tell anybody what she thought.
