used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
aislenounUS /aɪl/
a long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods)
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
attendancenounUS /əˈtendəns/
the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
CathedralnounUS /kəˈθiːdrəl/
any large and important church
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
chauffeurnounUS /ʃoʊˈfɜːr/
a man paid to drive a privately owned car
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
CynthianounUS /ˈsɪnθiə/
(Greek mythology) the virgin goddess of the hunt and the Moon; daughter of Leto and twin sister of Apollo; identified with Roman Diana
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
deputynounUS /ˈdepjəti/
someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
Devar
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From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
disasternounUS /dɪˈzæstər/
a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
dispelverbUS /dɪˈspel/
force to go away; used both with concrete and metaphoric meanings
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
DragonnounUS /ˈdræɡən/
a creature of Teutonic mythology; usually represented as breathing fire and having a reptilian body and sometimes wings
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
divisible by two
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
having or deserving or conferring glory
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
Good-morning
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From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
HerefordnounUS /ˈherəfərd/
hardy English breed of cattle raised extensively in United States
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
impendingadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpendɪŋ/
close in time; about to occur
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
the literary culture
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
raise from a lower to a higher position
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
MapverbUS /mæp/
make a map of; show or establish the features of details of
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
MASQUES
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From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
Medenham
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From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
Medenham's
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From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
not any; not one
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
not one, and not any
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
oakenadjective
consisting of or made of wood of the oak tree
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
and nothing more
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
accomplished rapidly and without delay
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
unusual or striking
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
reposes
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From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
self-containedadjectiveUS /ˈselfkənˈteɪnd/
constituting a complete and independent unit in and of itself
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
past form of “smile” — change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
having a supporting base
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
stiltedadjectiveUS /ˈstɪltɪd/
artificially formal
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
Symon's
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From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
telegramsnounUS /ˈteləɡræmz/
plural of “telegram” — a message transmitted by telegraph
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
thrillnounUS /θrɪl/
the swift release of a store of affective force
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Medenham's only thrill came when Cynthia asked for letters or telegrams at the Green Dragon, and was told there were none.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
plural of “trouble” — a source of difficulty
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Mrs. Devar tried to be gracious, and only succeeded in being stilted, for the shadow of impending disaster lay black upon her.
vaporsnounUS /ˈveɪpərz/
a state of depression
From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
at the time that
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading MASQUES, ANCIENT AND MODERN The clouds did not lift until Cynthia was standing in front of that remarkable Map of the World which reposes behind oaken doors in the south aisle of Hereford Cathedral.
Yat
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From this reading During the run from Symon's Yat, not even a glorious sun could dispel the vapors of that unfortunate Sunday.
yesterday'snounUS /ˈjestərdeɪz/
possessive form of “yesterday” — the day immediately before today
From this reading Cynthia had smiled a "Good-morning" when she entered the car, but beyond one quick glance around to see if the deputy chauffeur was in attendance--which Medenham took care he should not be--she gave no visible sign of yesterday's troubles, though her self-contained manner showed that they were present in her thoughts.
