used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
actuatedadjective
moved to action
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
apologynounUS /əˈpɑːlədʒiː/
an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
for the reason that
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
a senior member of the Christian clergy having spiritual and administrative authority; appointed in Christian churches to oversee priests or ministers; considered in some churches to be successors of the twelve Apostles of Christ
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading As he had said to his lawyer, he did not in the least care for the newspaper people.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
CORRESPONDENCEnounUS /ˌkɔːrəˈspɑːndəns/
communication by the exchange of letters
From this reading CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE PALACE.
deterverbUS /dɪˈtɜːr/
try to prevent; show opposition to
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
characterized by great determination
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
bring shame or dishonor upon
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
editor'snounUS /ˈedɪtərz/
possessive form of “editor” — a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
falsehoodnounUS /ˈfælshʊd/
a false statement
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading As he had said to his lawyer, he did not in the least care for the newspaper people.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
yet to be or coming
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
a state of high honor
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
of comparatively great physical weight or density
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
insufficiencynounUS /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənsiː/
a lack of competence
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading As he had said to his lawyer, he did not in the least care for the newspaper people.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading As he had said to his lawyer, he did not in the least care for the newspaper people.
Mary'snounUS /ˈmeriz/
possessive form of “mary” — the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
plural of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
nestnounUS /nest/
a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading As he had said to his lawyer, he did not in the least care for the newspaper people.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE PALACE.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading As he had said to his lawyer, he did not in the least care for the newspaper people.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
determined
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading As he had said to his lawyer, he did not in the least care for the newspaper people.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
soberadjectiveUS /ˈsoʊbər/
not affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
soilingnoun
the act of soiling something
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
sufficiencynounUS /səˈfɪʃənsi/
sufficient resources to provide comfort and meet obligations
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE PALACE.
the process of using your mind to consider something carefully
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
a source of difficulty
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
plural of “trouble” — a source of difficulty
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading It was that conviction, and not any idea as to the sufficiency or insufficiency, as to the truth or falsehood, of the editor's apology, which had actuated him.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE possible glory of Mary's future career did not deter the Doctor from thinking of his troubles,--and especially that trouble with the Bishop which was at present heavy on his hand.
in the company of; together with
From this reading CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE PALACE.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He had determined not to go on with his action, and had so resolved because he had felt, in his more sober moments, that in bringing the Bishop to disgrace, he would be as a bird soiling its own nest.
