used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
past form of “act” — perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
advisersnounUS /ædˈvaɪzərz/
plural of “adviser” — an expert who gives advice
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
united by being of the same opinion
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
AlfrednounUS /ˈælfrəd/
king of Wessex; defeated the Vikings and encouraged writing in English (849-899)
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
Alfred's
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From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
apprehensionsnounUS /ˌæprɪˈhenʃənz/
plural of “apprehension” — fearful expectation or anticipation
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
move towards
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
the event of one object coming closer to another
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
Arden
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From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
assizesnoun
the county courts of England (replaced in 1971 by Crown courts)
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
awfuladjectiveUS /ˈɑːfəl/
exceptionally bad or displeasing
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
calculatedadjectiveUS /ˈkælkjəleɪtɪd/
carefully thought out in advance
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
a series of things depending on each other as if linked together
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
circumstantialadjectiveUS /ˌsɜːrkəmˈstænʃəl/
fully detailed and specific about particulars
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
concealingnounUS /kənˈsiːlɪŋ/
the activity of keeping something secret
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
consequentlyadverbUS /ˈkɑːnsəkwəntli/
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
defencenounUS /dɪˈfens/
(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
denyingverbUS /dɪˈnaɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “deny” — declare untrue; contradict
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
desirousadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪrəs/
having or expressing desire for something
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
disappointingly unsuccessful
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
death of a person
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
of the present time and place
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
incessantlyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈsesəntli/
with unflagging resolve
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
insanitynounUS /ˌɪnˈsænəti/
relatively permanent disorder of the mind
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
inspireverbUS /ˌɪnˈspaɪr/
heighten or intensify
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
intercoursenounUS /ˈɪntərkɔːrs/
communication between individuals
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
irresistibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbəl/
impossible to resist; overpowering
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
legaladjectiveUS /ˈliːɡəl/
established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
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 These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
mutuallyadverbUS /ˈmjuːtʃuːəli/
in a mutual or shared manner
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
not any; not one
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
and nothing more
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
causing physical or psychological pain
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
an amount of time
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
repliesnounUS /rɪˈplaɪz/
plural of “reply” — a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
act as a barrier between; stand between
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
term of address for a man
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
solacenounUS /ˈsɑːləs/
the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
a male human offspring
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
suicidenounUS /ˈsuːəsaɪd/
the act of killing yourself
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
supportingadjectiveUS /səˈpɔːrtɪŋ/
furnishing support and encouragement
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
terrificadjectiveUS /tərˈɪfɪk/
very great or intense
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These gentlemen looked extremely grave, asked both Alfred and Lady Arden many questions, and seemed much disappointed at their replies.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
thunder-storm
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From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
transactionnounUS /trænˈzækʃən/
the act of transacting within or between groups (as carrying on commercial activities)
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
the act of testing something
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
unbrokenadjectiveUS /ənˈbroʊkən/
marked by continuous or uninterrupted extension in space or time or sequence
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
unreservedadjective
not reserved
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading They were agreed in opinion that the chain of circumstantial evidence was unbroken--almost irresistible; and that the only defence which could be set up was the insanity, and consequently possible suicide of Sir Willoughby.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
Willoughby
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From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading The death of Sir Willoughby occurred within so short a period of the assizes, that the immediate approach of Alfred's trial gave to the whole terrific transaction the character of a sudden and awful thunder-storm.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Lady Arden and her son, desirous of supporting each other, mutually acted a part painful to both, incessantly concealing their feelings, and denying themselves the solace of unreserved intercourse: whatever their separate thoughts were, neither would confess to the other that they had any apprehensions as to the result of the approaching trial.
but in spite of that
From this reading And yet the conduct of their legal advisers was by no means calculated to inspire confidence.
