Chapter VI

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

From this reading A PAINFUL REMINISCENCE.

grant remission of a sin to

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

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

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

aroused to action

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

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

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

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

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

marked by strong resentment or cynicism

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

the two together, not just one

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

a thin layer covering something

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

plural of “corner” — a place off to the side of an area

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

exhibiting courtesy and politeness

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

a courteous or respectful or considerate act

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

in accordance with convention or custom

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

plural of “deception” — a misleading falsehood

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

performance of moral or religious acts

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

an urgent or peremptory request

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

not to your liking

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

the state of being tense and feeling pain

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

your usual mood

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

rules governing socially acceptable behavior

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

presently existing

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

extend in one or more directions

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

promote the growth of

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

A small part broken or separated off something larger.

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

marked by distress

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

a state of conflict between persons

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

plural of “gossip” — light informal conversation for social occasions

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

a person who does not acknowledge your god

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

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

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

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From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

characteristic of humanity

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

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From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

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

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

plural of “ingredient” — a component of a mixture or compound

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

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

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

having a sharply uneven surface or outline

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

possessive form of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

past form of “listen” — hear with intention

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

engage in

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

social deportment

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

a list of dishes available at a restaurant

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

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

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

plural of “nation” — a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

as might be expected

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

plural of “obligation” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

many times at short intervals

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

above and across; more than

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

causing physical or psychological pain

From this reading A PAINFUL REMINISCENCE.

acceptable to the taste or mind

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

giving pleasure and satisfaction

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving)

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

being undiluted or unmixed with extraneous material

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

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

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

the manner in which something is greeted

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

a mental impression retained and recalled from the past

From this reading A PAINFUL REMINISCENCE.

plural of “restriction” — a principle that limits the extent of something

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

the act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

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From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

United States writer whose novels argued for social reform (1878-1968)

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

a temporary stay (e.g., as a guest)

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

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

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

a male human offspring

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

completely neat and clean

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

United States minimalist painter (born in 1936)

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

a white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

plural of “suspicion” — an impression that something might be the case

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

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

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

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From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

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

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

propel through the air

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

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

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

not covered with clothing

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

precisely as stated

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

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

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

-ing form of “wage” — carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns)

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

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

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

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

From this reading Whatever may be the prejudice existing against the customary shams, deceptions and hypocrisies of society, certainly the sugar coating which good breeding and etiquette throw over the many bitter and disagreeable ingredients that go to make up our daily lives, is very palatable and pleasing.

during the time that

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

which person or people

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

in the company of; together with

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading In vain the gossips looked and listened for some fragment of food for their customary _menu_, but neither Mrs. Sinclair or Stella showed by look or word that this particular reception was fraught with more than the usual interest, and as to the long lost son, his sojourn among the heathen nations of the earth, seemed to both foster and expand his naturally courteous disposition.

the words that are spoken

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.

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

From this reading How few look back upon a past Of spotless purity,--and who Would dare absolve with prayer and fast The deeds they've done--the deeds they do;

but in spite of that

From this reading Suspicions may be aroused; curiosity be on the _qui vive_, anxiety and interest waging violent warfare in the human heart, yet the restrictions and obligations of courtesy demand self-control and affable manners, while gentle words make smooth many sharp and jagged corners in life's mental conflict, that uncovered would oftentimes cause friction and discomfort.