Chapter XXXVIII

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

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

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

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

Having no one else present.

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.

past form of “behave” — behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

reveal unintentionally

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.

make calm or still

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

with self-possession (especially in times of stress)

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

the state of being certain

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

rid of obstructions

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

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From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

divisible by two

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

every person

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

a social unit living together

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

plural of “feel” — an intuitive awareness

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

set up or found

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

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From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

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

From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength

From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.

very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale)

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

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From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

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From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

in a keen or penetrating way

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

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

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.

a particular point in time

From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

as might be expected

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

absolutely essential

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

not any; not one

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

-ing form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

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From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.

above and across; more than

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

plural of “possibility” — a future prospect or potential

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

make a promise or commitment

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

inflected form of “regret” — feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

set aside for the use of a particular person or party

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

cut with a saw

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

the trait of keeping things secret

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

plural of “secret” — something that should remain hidden from others (especially information that is not to be passed on)

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Being naturally a calm woman, and somewhat reserved, even with her own family, her face did not betray her at first.

in the near future

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

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From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

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

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

at the time that

From this reading She had no secrets from her husband, and few of any kind, and it was hard to keep silence when Giovanni discussed Ippolito's position and the possibilities of obtaining the evidence necessary to clear Ippolito.

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

From this reading Corona regretted the promise of secrecy which Vittoria had obtained from her, as soon as she found herself alone and able to think over the situation calmly.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

in the company of; together with

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading She had, indeed, the sort of satisfaction which a woman feels all the more keenly when she feels it alone, with the certainty that everyone else will soon know what she knows, for she saw that Ippolito had behaved with almost heroic constancy.

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

From this reading But she would soon begin to long for the moment when others would see that he was a hero.