used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
Ah
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From this reading "Ah, well," she said at length, "it can't be helped!
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
amountedverbUS /əˈmaʊntɪd/
past form of “amount” — be tantamount or equivalent to
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "Ah, well," she said at length, "it can't be helped!
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
can't
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From this reading "Ah, well," she said at length, "it can't be helped!
casuallyadverbUS /ˈkæʒəwəli/
not methodically or according to plan
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
conclusionsnounUS /kənˈkluːʒənz/
plural of “conclusion” — a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
daily-round
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From this reading I suppose you mean a first-person, diary, daily-round sort of book?"
depressedadjectiveUS /dɪˈprest/
lower than previously
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
diarynounUS /ˈdaɪəri/
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading I suppose you mean a first-person, diary, daily-round sort of book?"
disconcertingadjectiveUS /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːrtɪŋ/
causing an emotional disturbance
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
DISCOURSESnounUS /dɪˈskɔːrsɪz/
plural of “discourse” — extended verbal expression in speech or writing
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
start firing a weapon
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
first-person
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I suppose you mean a first-person, diary, daily-round sort of book?"
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
an established custom
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading "Ah, well," she said at length, "it can't be helped!
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
jumpingnounUS /ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ/
the act of participating in an athletic competition in which you must jump
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place
From this reading "Ah, well," she said at length, "it can't be helped!
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading I suppose you mean a first-person, diary, daily-round sort of book?"
past form of “mention” — make reference to
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
misunderstoodadjectiveUS /ˌmɪsəndərˈstʊd/
wrongly understood
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
NANTY
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From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
and nothing more
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
oppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
outsetnounUS /ˈaʊtset/
the time at which something is supposed to begin
From this reading At the outset of our conversation her manner was depressed as she looked into the fire.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
reflectverbUS /rɪˈflekt/
manifest or bring back
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Ah, well," she said at length, "it can't be helped!
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading I suppose you mean a first-person, diary, daily-round sort of book?"
express a supposition
From this reading I suppose you mean a first-person, diary, daily-round sort of book?"
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
unpreparedadjectiveUS /ˌʌnpriˈperd/
without preparation; not prepared for
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
precisely as stated
From this reading But then she misunderstood me from the very beginning, which was only natural now I come to reflect upon it, added to which she has a disconcerting habit of jumping to conclusions.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading "Ah, well," she said at length, "it can't be helped!
at the time that
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
produce a literary work
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
the act of creating written works
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
the day immediately before today
From this reading NANTY DISCOURSES ON THE WRITING OF BOOKS When I casually mentioned to Nanty--yesterday afternoon over our tea--that I had begun to write a book I was unprepared for her opposition, which almost amounted to a command that I should do nothing of the kind.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading I suppose you mean a first-person, diary, daily-round sort of book?"
