Chapter XXVIII · Chapter 28

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

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

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

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

a distinct feature or element in a problem

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

expected hopefully

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

the act of waking

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

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From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

coverings that are used on a bed

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

the two together, not just one

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

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

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

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From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

in a charming manner

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

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From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

comparative of “clear” — readily apparent to the mind

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

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

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

placed crosswise

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

past form of “crouch” — bend one's back forward from the waist on down

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

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

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

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

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

lacking in light; not bright or harsh

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

opinion or judgment

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

the motion made by flapping up and down

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

the property of being pure and fresh (as if newly made); not stale or deteriorated

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

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

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

brought together in one place

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

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

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

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

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

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

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

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

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

cause to arise

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

as a matter of instinct

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

plural of “knee” — hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

spin, wind, or twist together

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

plural of “meet” — a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

two-winged insect whose female has a long proboscis to pierce the skin and suck the blood of humans and animals

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

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

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

an open or empty space in or between things

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

located, suited for, or taking place in the open air

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

above and across; more than

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

having a margin incised almost to the base so as to create distinct divisions or lobes

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

past form of “pause” — interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

To recall to mind.

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

tending to return to an earlier state

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

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

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

inflected form of “slip” — move stealthily

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

not in physical motion

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

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

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

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From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

inflected form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

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

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

not clearly expressed or understood

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

precisely as stated

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

migratory

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

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

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading She had a vague impression that something very pleasant awaited her attention; but, in the soft confusion of first awakening, could not remember exactly what it was.

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From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading To induce clearer consciousness she instinctively parted the mosquito curtains, slipped her feet down over the side of the bed; and, a little crouched together and fumbly--baby-fashion--being still under the comfortable empire of sleep, crossed the room and set back the inward opening casements of the south window.

in the company of; together with

From this reading WHEREIN DAMARIS MEETS HERSELF UNDER A NOVEL ASPECT Damaris threw back the bedclothes, her eyes still dim with slumber, and gathered herself into a sitting position, clasping her knees with both hands.

the basic human power of intelligent thought and perception

From this reading Thereupon the outdoor freshness, fluttering her hair and the lace and nain-sook of her nightdress, brought her, on the instant, into full possession of her wandering wits.

but in spite of that

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.

inclined to yield to argument or influence or control

From this reading She remembered the nature of that charmingly pleasant something; yet paused, before yielding it attention, held captive by the spectacle of returning day.