Chapter XXIV · Chapter 24

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

move forward, also in the metaphorical sense

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

equally

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

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

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

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

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

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

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

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

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

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

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

come out better in a competition, race, or conflict

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

plural of “bed” — a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

inflected form of “bear” — have

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

the two together, not just one

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

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

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

bound with chains

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

(of weather or climate) physically mild

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

not open or affording passage or access

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

in a close relation or position in time or space

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

plural of “curtain” — hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

dearly loved

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

inflected form of “deny” — declare untrue; contradict

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

well in the past; former

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

plural of “dweller” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

a change for the better

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

flow back or recede

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

in an effectual manner

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

opinion or judgment

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

a state of high honor

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

feeling or showing gratitude

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

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

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

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

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

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

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

past form of “lock” — fasten with a lock

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

tediously repetitious or lacking in variety

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

not any; not one

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

on one occasion

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

and nothing more

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

in other respects or ways

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

plural of “pound” — 16 ounces avoirdupois

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

-ing form of “resemble” — appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

no longer active in your work or profession

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

be bright by reflecting or casting light

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

the land along the edge of a body of water

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

plural of “shutter” — a mechanical device on a camera that opens and closes to control the time of a photographic exposure

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

marked by absence of sound

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

in a singular manner or to a singular degree

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading The splendid energy of the flow and grateful easing of the ebb alike are denied it.

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

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

an impression that something might be the case

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

a special situation

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

a fact that has been verified

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

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

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

precisely as stated

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

morally excellent

From this reading The dwellers in St. Augustin, both virtuous or otherwise, had very effectually retired to their beds behind drawn curtains, closed shutters, locked doors, and gave no sign.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

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

From this reading Suspicion of this cheerless truth was borne in upon Carteret as--bare-headed, his overcoat upon his arm, the night being singularly mild and clement--he walked with Damaris through the streets of the silent town.

at the time that

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

in the company of; together with

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Foul or fair, shine or storm, it pounds and pounds--as a thing chained--without relief of advance or of recession, always at the same level, always in the same place.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading TELLING HOW DAMARIS DISCOVERED THE TRUE NATURE OF A CERTAIN SECRET TO THE DEAR MAN WITH THE BLUE EYES The beat of a tideless sea, upon the shore, is at once unrestful and monotonous; in this only too closely resembling the beat of the human heart, when the glory of youth has departed.