Chapter XXII

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

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

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From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

in an amicable manner

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

in an ardent manner

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

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

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

with care and persistence

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Nothing had been seen or heard of Urania.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

exercising caution or showing care or attention

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

plural of “cedar” — any of numerous trees of the family Cupressaceae that resemble cedars

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

relating to or characterized by charity

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

an open river valley (in a hilly area)

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

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From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

undergo or live through a difficult experience

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

communicated in words

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

made afraid

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

a young female

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

possessive form of “girl” — a young female

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

in a harsh or unkind manner

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

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

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading Nothing had been seen or heard of Urania.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

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

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

the act of retaining something

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

past form of “insist” — be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

deliver a lecture or talk

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

lacking companions or companionship

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

of greater importance or stature or rank

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

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

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

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From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

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

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Nothing had been seen or heard of Urania.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

on one occasion

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

and nothing more

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

past form of “plead” — appeal or request earnestly

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

plural of “relative” — a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Nothing had been seen or heard of Urania.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

open and genuine; not deceitful

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

without delay; in a summary manner

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

the environmental condition

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

interact in a certain way

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

clearly evident to the mind

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

(Greek mythology) the Muse of astronomy

From this reading Nothing had been seen or heard of Urania.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

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

From this reading SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

(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 SINCERE AFFECTION’S POWER It was two days later, and Miette had almost forgotten to “be careful”--she felt so strong and well in her pleasant surroundings at the Cedars.

a Caucasian

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

which person or people

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

inflected form of “withhold” — hold back; refuse to hand over or share

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.

the basic unit of money in South Korea

From this reading Major Dale was at first inclined to deal summarily with the man, but Dorothy pleaded his case so ardently that she finally “won out,” as the major expressed it and so the old officer was let off with an unmistakable “curtain lecture.”

actively engaged in paid work

From this reading The other girls’ experience in the country jail had been discussed and settled amicably through the charitable interference of Dorothy, who insisted that the old officer was not responsible, that he did not mean to treat them so harshly, but was frightened into taking the extreme measure of holding them through the “story” given by the constable who was working so assiduously for the reward.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading As Dorothy expected, Mrs. White took the lonely girl to her heart at once, and it was only a matter of time--that of waiting for Miette’s convalescence,--that now withheld them from taking the trip to New York in search of the girl’s friends or relatives.