Chapter XXI · Chapter 21

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

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

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

later than; following

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

how long something has existed

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

a line of approach

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

Directly under; in or to a lower position than.

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

a street in Manhattan that passes through Times Square; famous for its theaters

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

plural of “crossing” — traveling across

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

accepted or habitual practice

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

having gaps or spaces

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

increase twofold

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

inflected form of “drag” — pull, as against a resistance

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

compelled forcibly by an outside agency

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

a person who is markedly small

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

with elegance; in a tastefully elegant manner

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

to a faint degree or weakly perceived

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

being or in accordance with current social fashions

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

marked by extreme and violent energy

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

in a generous manner

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

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

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

in a humane manner

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

close in time; about to occur

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

lack of ability (especially mental ability) to do something

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

the state of being imprisoned

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age)

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

given to inquiry

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

and nothing more

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

in an unhurried way or at one's convenience

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

characterized by grandeur

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

used to form the superlative

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

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

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

an event that happens

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

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

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

above and across; more than

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

continue talking

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

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From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

past form of “reside” — make one's home in a particular place or community

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

in a respectful manner

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

done under pressure

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

except for; apart from

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

only a very short time before

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

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

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

a leisurely walk (usually in some public place)

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

the largest Australian city located in southeastern Australia on the Tasman Sea; state capital of New South Wales; Australia's chief port

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

past form of “thank” — express gratitude or show appreciation to

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

in a thankful manner; with thanks

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

filled with great numbers crowded together

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

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

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

plural of “wheel” — a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)

From this reading Frank humanely rushed forward, and dragged the poor creature from the impending danger, just in time to save her from being dashed beneath the wheels of the carriage.

in or at the place that

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.

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

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

which person or people

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

in the company of; together with

From this reading _Frank Sydney in the Power of his Enemies--his incarceration in the Dark Dungeon, with the Dwarf._ The next day after the occurrence just related, Frank Sydney, as was his custom, took a leisurely stroll down the most fashionable promenade of the metropolis--Broadway; this magnificent avenue was thronged with elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen, who had issued forth to enjoy the genial air of a fine afternoon.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading She faintly thanked her deliverer, but declared her inability to proceed without assistance.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading At one of the crossings of the street, our hero observed an old woman, respectfully dressed, but nearly double with age and infirmity, and scarcely able to crawl along, in great danger of being run over by a carriage which was being driven at a furious rate.

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

From this reading On inquiring where she resided, he learned that it was in Reade street, which was but a short distance from where they then stood; and he generously offered her the support of his arm, saying that he would conduct her home, an offer which was thankfully accepted.