used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
actorsnounUS /ˈæktərz/
plural of “actor” — a theatrical performer
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
actressesnounUS /ˈæktrəsɪz/
plural of “actress” — a female actor
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
any person at all
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
having undesirable or negative qualities
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
berthsnounUS /bɜːrθs/
plural of “berth” — a job in an organization
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
brought into existence
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
continuousadjectiveUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəs/
continuing in time or space without interruption
From this reading A continuous pursuit of this gay science insures longevity.
corporalnounUS /ˈkɔːrpərəl/
a noncommissioned officer in the Army or Air Force or Marines
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
covetedadjectiveUS /ˈkʌvətɪd/
greatly desired
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
criticnounUS /ˈkrɪtɪk/
a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
dramaticadjectiveUS /drəˈmætɪk/
suitable to or characteristic of drama
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
entertainmentnounUS /ˌentərˈteɪnmənt/
an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
flairnounUS /fler/
a natural talent
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
From this reading A continuous pursuit of this gay science insures longevity.
something acquired without compensation
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
healthyadjectiveUS /ˈhelθi/
having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
heraldingverbUS /ˈherəldɪŋ/
-ing form of “herald” — foreshadow or presage
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
insuresverbUS /ˌɪnˈʃʊrz/
third-person singular of “insure” — be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
From this reading A continuous pursuit of this gay science insures longevity.
involvedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvɑːlvd/
connected by participation or association or use
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
liabilitynounUS /ˌlaɪəˈbɪlɪti/
the state of being legally obliged and responsible
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
long-livedadjective
existing for a long time
From this reading The dramatic critic is the most long-lived man in the profession.
longevitynounUS /lɔːnˈdʒevəti/
duration of service
From this reading A continuous pursuit of this gay science insures longevity.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading The dramatic critic is the most long-lived man in the profession.
a particular point in time
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
used to form the superlative
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
occupationnounUS /ˌɑːkjəˈpeɪʃən/
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
participate in games or sport
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
the body of people in a learned occupation
From this reading The dramatic critic is the most long-lived man in the profession.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
the act of punishing
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
From this reading A continuous pursuit of this gay science insures longevity.
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
a particular branch of scientific knowledge
From this reading A continuous pursuit of this gay science insures longevity.
securesverbUS /sɪˈkjʊrz/
third-person singular of “secure” — get by special effort
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
transport commercially
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
slatingnounUS /ˈsleɪtɪŋ/
thin layers of rock used for roofing
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
To perceive flavor through the mouth.
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
theatresnounUS /ˈθiːətərz/
plural of “theatre” — a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading A continuous pursuit of this gay science insures longevity.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading The opportunity of heralding a good play or of “slating” a bad one secures a true moment of satisfaction.
undertakingsnounUS /ˈʌndərteɪkɪŋz/
plural of “undertaking” — any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading Moreover, the occupation, notwithstanding the late hours, hot theatres, and liability to corporal punishment, involved, is one of the most healthy undertakings in the gift of the Press.
in the company of; together with
From this reading TO anyone born with a taste for the theatre, a _flair_ for the public demand in stage entertainment, and a desire for the society of actors and actresses, the position of dramatic critic on a London newspaper should be one of the most coveted berths on the ship.
