1795
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From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
1809
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From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
1820
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From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
1830
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From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
8th
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From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
react verbally
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
AprilnounUS /ˈeɪprəl/
the month following March and preceding May
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
BRUNSWICKnounUS /ˈbrʌnzwɪk/
a university town in southwestern Maine
From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel
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From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
CARICATUREverbUS /ˈkerəkətʃər/
represent in or produce a caricature of
From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
CARICATURESnounUS /kərˈɪkətʃərz/
plural of “caricature” — a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect
From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
CAROLINEadjectiveUS /ˈkerəlaɪn/
of or relating to the life and times of kings Charles I or Charles II of England
From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574)
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
consortverbUS /kənˈsɔːrt/
keep company with; hang out with
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
a female human offspring
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
dignifiedadjectiveUS /ˈdɪɡnəfaɪd/
having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
disreputableadjectiveUS /dɪsˈrepjətəbəl/
lacking respectability in character or behavior or appearance
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
draggingadjectiveUS /ˈdræɡɪŋ/
marked by a painfully slow and effortful manner
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
a British peer of the highest rank
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
exaltedadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɔːltɪd/
of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
exposingverbUS /ɪkˈspoʊzɪŋ/
-ing form of “expose” — expose or make accessible to some action or influence
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
a social unit living together
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
improperadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈprɑːpər/
not suitable or right or appropriate
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
an occurrence of something
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
investigationnounUS /ˌɪnvestəˈɡeɪʃən/
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
mirenounUS /maɪr/
a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
MISCELLANEOUSadjectiveUS /ˌmɪsəˈleɪniəs/
consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds
From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
morallyadverbUS /ˈmɔːrəli/
with respect to moral principles
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
not any; not one
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
occupyverbUS /ˈɑːkjəpaɪ/
keep busy with
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
opprobriumnounUS /əˈproʊbriəm/
state of disgrace resulting from public abuse
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
a human being
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
politicadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːlətɪk/
marked by artful prudence, expedience, and shrewdness
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
reproachnounUS /riˈproʊtʃ/
a mild rebuke or criticism
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
the state of being held in high esteem and honor
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
revengefuladjective
disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
RoyaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
scandalnounUS /ˈskændəl/
disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
solemnized
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From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading _MISCELLANEOUS CARICATURES AND SUBJECTS OF CARICATURE, 1820-1830._ CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK.
past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
in or at that place or location
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
titularadjectiveUS /ˈtɪtʃələr/
of or relating to a legal title to something
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
uncongenialadjective
not suitable to your tastes or needs
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
unfitadjectiveUS /ənˈfɪt/
below the required standards for a purpose
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
unfittingadjective
not in keeping with what is correct or proper
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
unscrupulousadjectiveUS /ənˈskruːpjələs/
without scruples or principles
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading That Caroline of Brunswick was an uncongenial and unfitting consort; that she was an utterly unfit and improper person to occupy the exalted position of Queen of England, there can be no manner of doubt.
WalesnounUS /weɪlz/
one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; during Roman times the region was known as Cambria
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading But to the question whether it was wise, politic, or dignified to subject her conduct (however morally criminal) to the reproach of a public investigation, there can be but one answer.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The marriage of Caroline, daughter of Charles, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbuettel, with George, Prince of Wales, was solemnized on the 8th of April, 1795.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading As in 1809 a revengeful and unscrupulous woman had succeeded in exposing the reputation of a member of the Royal family to public opprobrium, so, in like manner, in 1820, a woman, and no less a person in this instance than a titular queen of England, was the means of dragging the crown itself through the mire of a disreputable scandal.
