Chapter XIX

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

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

in an absentminded or preoccupied manner

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading The garish light of the burning incandescents, in that late afternoon, was tantalizing and unbearable.

the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

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

From this reading WHILE THE FATHER WORRIES, MONROE SCHEMES AND CELEBRATES.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

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

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

on the far side of; further than

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

of a stringed instrument; sounded by stroking with a bow

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

the act of burning something

From this reading The garish light of the burning incandescents, in that late afternoon, was tantalizing and unbearable.

floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

third-person singular of “celebrate” — behave as expected during of holidays or rites

From this reading WHILE THE FATHER WORRIES, MONROE SCHEMES AND CELEBRATES.

a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

affording comfort or solace

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

a female human offspring

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

capacity or power to produce a desired effect

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

one or the other of two

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading WHILE THE FATHER WORRIES, MONROE SCHEMES AND CELEBRATES.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

tastelessly showy

From this reading The garish light of the burning incandescents, in that late afternoon, was tantalizing and unbearable.

the act of acquiring something

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

plural of “ghost” — a mental representation of some haunting experience

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

a flash of light (especially reflected light)

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

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From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

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

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

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

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

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

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

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

From this reading The garish light of the burning incandescents, in that late afternoon, was tantalizing and unbearable.

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

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

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

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading The garish light of the burning incandescents, in that late afternoon, was tantalizing and unbearable.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading The garish light of the burning incandescents, in that late afternoon, was tantalizing and unbearable.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

a particular point in time

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

United States film actress noted for sex appeal (1926-1962)

From this reading WHILE THE FATHER WORRIES, MONROE SCHEMES AND CELEBRATES.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

a form of address for a man

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

not any; not one

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

(music) the speed at which a composition is to be played

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

plural of “picture” — a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

perfected or made shiny and smooth

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

manifest or bring back

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

a mild rebuke or criticism

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

Identical; not different.

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

plural of “scheme” — an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading WHILE THE FATHER WORRIES, MONROE SCHEMES AND CELEBRATES.

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

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

past form of “stare” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable or mockingly out of reach

From this reading The garish light of the burning incandescents, in that late afternoon, was tantalizing and unbearable.

abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

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

From this reading WHILE THE FATHER WORRIES, MONROE SCHEMES AND CELEBRATES.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

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

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

incapable of being tolerated or endured

From this reading The garish light of the burning incandescents, in that late afternoon, was tantalizing and unbearable.

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading The pictures on the wall stared down like taunting ghosts; the green-hued carpet and the reflect glimmer of the polished furniture seemed to reproach them for any sense of alleviation either might feel.

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

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

during the time that

From this reading WHILE THE FATHER WORRIES, MONROE SCHEMES AND CELEBRATES.

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From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

in the company of; together with

From this reading "Mr. Winthrope," said Mr. Jarney, abstractedly, pacing his office floor, with his hands behind his back, and his head bowed in commiseration, "my daughter is getting no better--no better."

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.

plural of “worry” — something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness

From this reading WHILE THE FATHER WORRIES, MONROE SCHEMES AND CELEBRATES.

the act of harassing someone

From this reading John made no reply, feeling that no reply should be made at that time, while the father was worrying so; for in that same moment he was moved himself beyond the efficacy of a consoling word.