used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
accumulationnounUS /əˌkjuːmjəˈleɪʃən/
an increase by natural growth or addition
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
in actual fact
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)
From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO CHARLES FALKLAND.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
for the reason that
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
brought into existence
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
Buckinghamshire
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From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
CambridgenounUS /ˈkeɪmbrɪdʒ/
a university in England
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574)
From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO CHARLES FALKLAND.
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
cogentadjectiveUS /ˈkoʊdʒənt/
powerfully persuasive
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
comfortlessadjective
without comfort
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
make right or correct
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
dearly loved
From this reading My Dear Falkland, _Glenalta_.
detailnounUS /dɪˈteɪl/
an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
disemboguing
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From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
DovernounUS /ˈdoʊvər/
the capital of the state of Delaware
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
else
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From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
estnounUS /est/
standard time in the 5th time zone west of Greenwich, reckoned at the 75th meridian; used in the eastern United States
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
executeverbUS /ˈeksəkjuːt/
kill as a means of socially sanctioned punishment
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
faithfullyadverbUS /ˈfeɪθfəli/
in a faithful manner
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
FALKLAND
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From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO CHARLES FALKLAND.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
dismiss from the mind; stop remembering
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
Glenalta
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From this reading My Dear Falkland, _Glenalta_.
Grosvenor-square
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From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
havennounUS /ˈheɪvən/
a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
provoking horror
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
HOWARDnounUS /ˈhaʊərd/
English actor of stage and screen (1893-1943)
From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO CHARLES FALKLAND.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
inconvenientadjectiveUS /ˌɪnkənˈviːnjənt/
not suited to your comfort, purpose or needs
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
inhabitedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈhæbətəd/
having inhabitants; lived in
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
inventus
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From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
IrelandnounUS /ˈaɪərlənd/
a republic consisting of 26 of 32 counties comprising the island of Ireland; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1921
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
and nothing more
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
Kerry
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From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
immediately past
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
lastlyadverbUS /ˈlæstli/
the item at the end
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
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 Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
materialsnounUS /məˈtɪriəlz/
plural of “material” — the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading My Dear Falkland, _Glenalta_.
nakedadjectiveUS /ˈneɪkəd/
completely unclothed
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
nonadverbUS /nɑːn/
negation of a word or group of words
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
overwhelmedverbUS /ˌoʊvərˈwelmd/
past form of “overwhelm” — overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
performverbUS /pərˈfɔːrm/
carry out or perform an action
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
pouringadjectiveUS /ˈpɔːrɪŋ/
flowing profusely
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
questnounUS /kwest/
a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
secondlyadverbUS /ˈsekəndli/
in the second place
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
solemnlyadverbUS /ˈsɔːləmli/
in a grave and sedate manner
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
spleennounUS /spliːn/
a large dark-red oval organ on the left side of the body between the stomach and the diaphragm; produces cells involved in immune responses
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
thirdlyadverbUS /ˈθɜːrdli/
in the third place
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO CHARLES FALKLAND.
travelledadjectiveUS /ˈtrævəld/
familiar with many parts of the world
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
trustingadjectiveUS /ˈtrʌstɪŋ/
inclined to believe or confide readily; full of trust
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
unburthening
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From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
ventnounUS /vent/
a hole for the escape of gas or air
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
vexations
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From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
vivanounUS /ˈviːvə/
an examination conducted by spoken communication
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
voce
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From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
wildsnounUS /waɪldz/
plural of “wild” — a wild primitive state untouched by civilization
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
the day immediately before today
From this reading After a journey through a horrible country, as naked as if it was but just born, and as comfortless as if it had never been inhabited, I reached at last my haven of rest yesterday evening at six o'clock.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Here I am actually at Glenalta, and as I mean faithfully to perform my promise, and execute the task which you have so solemnly _spread out_ before me, in such detail that I am not likely to forget the engagement, I shall _begin from the beginning_, for the following cogent reasons: first, that I may be correct by not trusting to memory; secondly, that I may not be overwhelmed by an inconvenient accumulation of materials, thirdly and lastly, because to vent my spleen in a letter is next to the relief of doing so in a _viva voce_ unburthening, disemboguing, or whatever else you choose to call this pouring out of my vexations.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Your letter from Dover has travelled many a mile in quest of me; first into Buckinghamshire, then to Grosvenor-square, "tried" Cambridge, and _non est inventus_ being the return made at each of these places, it has followed me into the wilds of Kerry in Ireland.
