Chapter IX

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

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

the quality of being near to the true value

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

in actual fact

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

in addition

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

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

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

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

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

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

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

be in contradiction with

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

past form of “deduce” — reason by deduction; establish by deduction

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

absolutely necessary; vitally necessary

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

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

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

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

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

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

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

for this reason

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

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

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

past form of “indicate” — be a signal for or a symptom of

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

the reasoning involved in drawing a conclusion or making a logical judgment on the basis of circumstantial evidence and prior conclusions rather than on the basis of direct observation

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

an occurrence of something

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

small in range or scope

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

plural of “nail” — horny plate covering and protecting part of the dorsal surface of the digits

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

as might be expected

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

a negative statement; a statement that is a refusal or denial of some other statement

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

characterized by or displaying negation or denial or opposition or resistance; having no positive features

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

not any; not one

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

and nothing more

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

a future prospect or potential

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

(logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false

From this reading But as a matter of fact we deal here with an actually positive proof, for the expert has given us the deduced proposition, not the essential assertion.

plural of “proposition” — (logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

third-person singular of “prove” — be shown or be found to be

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

not often

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

the extended spatial location of something

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

plural of “region” — the extended spatial location of something

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

with respect to science; in a scientific way

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading Another form which seems to contradict the assertion that negative propositions are infinite is positive evidence in the shape of negation.

a particular situation

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

a person, without saying who

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

a soiled or discolored appearance

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

imagine to be the case or true or probable

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

plural of “tell” — a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

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

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

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

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

precisely as stated

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading If we give an expert a stain to examine and ask him whether it is a blood stain, and he tells us: “It is not a blood stain,” then this single scientifically established assertion proves that we do not have to deal with blood, and hence “negative” proof seems brought in a single instance.

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

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The negative portion of the evidence will naturally be developed with less accuracy.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading The proof is limited to the assertion that such shoes as were indicated in the evidence were very rarely or never worn in that region, also that no native could have been present, that the form of the nails allowed inference of somebody from foreign regions, one of which might be the home of the suspect, etc. Such an examination shows that what we call evidence is only probability or possibility.