Chapter VII · Chapter 7

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

past form of “abound” — be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

anew

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

in addition

From this reading He also took a lively and solicitous interest in their present, and a profoundly sympathetic one in their past.

North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

disposed to please

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

plural of “anna” — a former copper coin of Pakistan and India

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

any thing at all

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

possessive form of “arthur” — elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

a person who is in charge

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

the time of person's life when they are a child

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

the protruding part of the lower jaw

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

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

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

past form of “distrust” — regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894-1972)

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

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

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

the state of being excluded

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

yet to be or coming

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

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

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

friendliness evidence by a kindly and helpful disposition

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

full of life and energy

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

having or showing great strength or force or intensity

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

on one occasion

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading He also took a lively and solicitous interest in their present, and a profoundly sympathetic one in their past.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading He also took a lively and solicitous interest in their present, and a profoundly sympathetic one in their past.

plural of “person” — a human being

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading He also took a lively and solicitous interest in their present, and a profoundly sympathetic one in their past.

likely but not certain to be or become true or real

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading He also took a lively and solicitous interest in their present, and a profoundly sympathetic one in their past.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

past form of “remind” — put in the mind of someone

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

precisely, exactly

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

free from danger or the risk of harm

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

with safety; in a safe manner

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

plural of “shoal” — a sandbank in a stretch of water that is visible at low tide

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

full of anxiety and concern

From this reading He also took a lively and solicitous interest in their present, and a profoundly sympathetic one in their past.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

of or relating to the sympathetic nervous system

From this reading He also took a lively and solicitous interest in their present, and a profoundly sympathetic one in their past.

carry out

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

cut a female screw thread with a tap

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

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

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He also took a lively and solicitous interest in their present, and a profoundly sympathetic one in their past.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

in or at that place or location

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading He knew that such waters abounded for those who could find the tap.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

having come into contact

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

(mineralogy) two interwoven crystals that are mirror images on each other

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

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

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

United States actress and singer (1896-1977)

From this reading In fact, their three tenses interested him to the exclusion of almost everything else, and his chief desire was to see them safely through any shoals there might be waiting them in the shape of Uncle Arthur's friends--he distrusted Uncle Arthur, and therefore his friends--into the safe and pleasant waters of real American hospitality and kindliness.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.

which person or people

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Mr. Twist, who was never able to be anything but kind--he had the most amiable mouth and chin in the world, and his name was Edward--took a lively interest in the plans and probable future of the two Annas.

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

From this reading He reminded himself of that which he had been taught since childhood, of the mighty heart of America which, once touched, would take persons like the twins right in and never let them out again.