Chapter XX · Chapter 20

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

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

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

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

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

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

have

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

for the reason that

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

any of several games played on rectangular cloth-covered table (with cushioned edges) in which long tapering cue sticks are used to propel ivory (or composition) balls

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

without care or concern

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

marked by blithe unconcern

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

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From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

inflected form of “chat” — talk socially without exchanging too much information

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

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

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

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

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

with determination; in a determined manner

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

past form of “dine” — have supper; eat dinner

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

distributed or spread over a considerable extent

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

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

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

promote the growth of

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

possessive form of “foster” — United States songwriter whose songs embody the sentiment of the South before the American Civil War (1826-1864)

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

set up or found

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

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From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

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

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

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

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

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

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

an indirect suggestion

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

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

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

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

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

plural of “influence” — a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

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

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading MRS.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

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

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

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

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

characterized by active hostility

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

being directly across from each other; facing

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

participate in games or sport

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

cut with a saw

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

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

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

caught or fixed

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

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

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

in or at that place or location

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

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

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

conducive to or feeling mental discomfort

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading When the party dispersed, as was usual at Hazlehurst, some to play billiards and some to the drawing-room, Mrs. Keith engaged him in casual talk and stuck to him determinedly for a time.

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

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

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

From this reading It was a relief when Mrs. Foster rose, but he afterwards felt that opposing influences were being brought to bear on him.

at the time that

From this reading He found his position uncomfortable, because when he looked up he saw that his old friend was watching him, and, though she chatted carelessly, there was now and then a hint of tension in his companion's manner.

during the time that

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.

in the company of; together with

From this reading CHUDLEIGH MAKES A FRESH ATTEMPT Next evening Challoner and Greythorpe dined at Foster's with several other guests, and the Colonel was placed next to Mrs. Chudleigh, while Mrs. Keith sat opposite.