used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
absorbedadjectiveUS /əbˈzɔːrbd/
giving or marked by complete attention to
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
adjoiningverbUS /əˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “adjoin” — lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
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the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Stella and her mother have finished their supper.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
in or near a particular place or position
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BaronessnounUS /ˈberənɪs/
a noblewoman who holds the rank of baron or who is the wife or widow of a baron
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used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
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betaking
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BismarcknounUS /ˈbɪzmɑːrk/
German statesman under whose leadership Germany was united (1815-1898)
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a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
book-stall
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Bound written or printed works.
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
buysnounUS /baɪz/
plural of “buy” — an advantageous purchase
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a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
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a young person of either sex
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
counterfeitnounUS /ˈkaʊntərfɪt/
a copy that is represented as the original
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education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
discoversverbUS /dɪˈskʌvərz/
third-person singular of “discover” — discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
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(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
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the male ruler of an empire
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a feeling of excitement
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading The Baroness, who has exhausted her entire stock of literary food provided for the journey, is at the book-stall, looking for more reading-matter; she examines the counterfeit presentments on exhibition there of the great German heroes, the Emperor Wilhelm, Bismarck, and Von Moltke, among which distinguished personages chance has slipped in the portrait of Mademoiselle Zampa.
entitledadjectiveUS /enˈtaɪtəld/
qualified for by right according to law
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essaynounUS /eˈseɪ/
an analytic or interpretive literary composition
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examinesverbUS /ɪɡˈzæmənz/
third-person singular of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
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drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted
From this reading The Baroness, who has exhausted her entire stock of literary food provided for the journey, is at the book-stall, looking for more reading-matter; she examines the counterfeit presentments on exhibition there of the great German heroes, the Emperor Wilhelm, Bismarck, and Von Moltke, among which distinguished personages chance has slipped in the portrait of Mademoiselle Zampa.
exhibitionnounUS /ˌeksəˈbɪʃən/
the act of exhibiting
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opinion or judgment
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state
From this reading Stella and her mother have finished their supper.
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue
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intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
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a person of German nationality
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relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
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green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Baroness, who has exhausted her entire stock of literary food provided for the journey, is at the book-stall, looking for more reading-matter; she examines the counterfeit presentments on exhibition there of the great German heroes, the Emperor Wilhelm, Bismarck, and Von Moltke, among which distinguished personages chance has slipped in the portrait of Mademoiselle Zampa.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Stella and her mother have finished their supper.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Stella and her mother have finished their supper.
heroesnounUS /ˈhɪroʊz/
plural of “hero” — a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
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used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
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inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The Baroness, who has exhausted her entire stock of literary food provided for the journey, is at the book-stall, looking for more reading-matter; she examines the counterfeit presentments on exhibition there of the great German heroes, the Emperor Wilhelm, Bismarck, and Von Moltke, among which distinguished personages chance has slipped in the portrait of Mademoiselle Zampa.
IndependentadjectiveUS /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt/
free from external control and constraint
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Baroness, who has exhausted her entire stock of literary food provided for the journey, is at the book-stall, looking for more reading-matter; she examines the counterfeit presentments on exhibition there of the great German heroes, the Emperor Wilhelm, Bismarck, and Von Moltke, among which distinguished personages chance has slipped in the portrait of Mademoiselle Zampa.
undertake a journey or trip
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plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
of or relating to or characteristic of literature
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the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
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small silvery drumfish often mistaken for white perch; found along coasts of United States from New York to Mexico
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Moltke
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(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
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a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading Stella and her mother have finished their supper.
OBLONSKY
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From this reading SOPHIE OBLONSKY.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
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touching and supported by a surface
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being directly across from each other; facing
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not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
pamphletnounUS /ˈpæmflət/
a small book usually having a paper cover
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
parlournounUS /ˈpɑːrlər/
reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
personages
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a collection of objects laid on top of each other
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a word picture of a person's appearance and character
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presentments
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past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to
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past form of “push” — move with force
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
reading-matter
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recognizesverbUS /ˈrekəɡnaɪzəz/
third-person singular of “recognize” — accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
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a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
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give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
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inflected form of “slip” — move stealthily
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limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
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in the near future
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SOPHIE
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From this reading SOPHIE OBLONSKY.
spaciousadjectiveUS /ˈspeɪʃəs/
very large in expanse or scope
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sparklingadjectiveUS /ˈspɑːrklɪŋ/
shining with brilliant points of light like stars
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StellanounUS /ˈstelə/
United States minimalist painter (born in 1936)
From this reading Stella and her mother have finished their supper.
the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest
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a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime
From this reading Stella and her mother have finished their supper.
plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
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belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Stella and her mother have finished their supper.
in or at that place or location
From this reading The Baroness, who has exhausted her entire stock of literary food provided for the journey, is at the book-stall, looking for more reading-matter; she examines the counterfeit presentments on exhibition there of the great German heroes, the Emperor Wilhelm, Bismarck, and Von Moltke, among which distinguished personages chance has slipped in the portrait of Mademoiselle Zampa.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
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Von
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waiting-room
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how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
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which person or people
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Wilhelm
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From this reading The Baroness, who has exhausted her entire stock of literary food provided for the journey, is at the book-stall, looking for more reading-matter; she examines the counterfeit presentments on exhibition there of the great German heroes, the Emperor Wilhelm, Bismarck, and Von Moltke, among which distinguished personages chance has slipped in the portrait of Mademoiselle Zampa.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading Suddenly, under a pile of books that seem to have been pushed out of the way, she discovers a green pamphlet which she instantly recognizes as a child of her own, an essay entitled 'Is Woman to be Independent?'
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Of course she buys the book, and, betaking herself to the small 'ladies' parlour' adjoining the spacious waiting-room, takes a seat opposite Stella, and, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm, is soon absorbed in the study of her work.
Zampa
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From this reading The Baroness, who has exhausted her entire stock of literary food provided for the journey, is at the book-stall, looking for more reading-matter; she examines the counterfeit presentments on exhibition there of the great German heroes, the Emperor Wilhelm, Bismarck, and Von Moltke, among which distinguished personages chance has slipped in the portrait of Mademoiselle Zampa.
