Chapter XXII

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

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

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

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

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

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

causing irritation or annoyance

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

past form of “answer” — react verbally

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

plural of “appearance” — outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading If he was to seem engaged, he would prefer that appearances might not be deceitful.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

the cognitive process that leads to convictions

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

an occurrence of something

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

past form of “compliment” — say something to someone that expresses praise

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

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

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

intended to deceive

From this reading If he was to seem engaged, he would prefer that appearances might not be deceitful.

past form of “decline” — grow worse

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

someone who escorts and protects a prominent person

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

-ing form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

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

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

suspicious or unduly suspicious or fearful of being displaced by a rival

From this reading SEVERAL GREEN-EYED MONSTERS.

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

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

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From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

plural of “holiday” — leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

evidencing the possession of inside information

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

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From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading If he was to seem engaged, he would prefer that appearances might not be deceitful.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

plural of “monster” — an imaginary creature usually having various human and animal parts

From this reading SEVERAL GREEN-EYED MONSTERS.

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

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

sporadically and infrequently

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

by chance

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

like better; value more highly

From this reading If he was to seem engaged, he would prefer that appearances might not be deceitful.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

inflected form of “rally” — gather

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading SEVERAL GREEN-EYED MONSTERS.

important in effect or meaning

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

in or at or to some place

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

in or at that place or location

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

plural of “tongue” — a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

in the direction of

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

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From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

under normal conditions

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

an examination conducted by spoken communication

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

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From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

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

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

at the time that

From this reading This impression became more distinct when some of his new business-acquaintances rallied or complimented him, and when he occasionally declined an invitation, given _viva voce_, by explaining that he had promised to escort Miss Tramlay somewhere that evening.

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

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

in the company of; together with

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

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

From this reading If he was to seem engaged, he would prefer that appearances might not be deceitful.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading If this explanation were made to a lady, as was usually the case, a knowing smile, or at least a significant look, was almost sure to follow: it began to seem to Phil that the faces of the young women of New York said a great deal more than their tongues, and said it in a way that could not be answered, which was quite annoying.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading As the season hurried toward the Christmas holidays, there came to Philip Hayn the impression that he was being seen so much in public with Lucia, never against that young lady’s inclination, that perhaps some people were believing him engaged to her, or sure to be.