Chapter III

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

From this reading A SECOND INTERVIEW WITH THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR.

not normal; not typical or usual or regular or conforming to a norm

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

present in great quantity

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

consider or hold as true

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

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

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

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

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

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

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

the past participle of “be”

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

a state of extreme confusion and disorder

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

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From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

the state of being linked together as in a chain; union in a linked series

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

to bear a reciprocal or mutual relation

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

causing dejection

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

having made preparations

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

full of events or incidents

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

a musical composition of a free form usually incorporating several familiar themes

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

a mental representation of some haunting experience

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

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

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

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

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

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

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

not complete or total; not completed

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

a definite length of time marked off by two instants

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading A SECOND INTERVIEW WITH THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR.

the act of beginning something new

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

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

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

conformity or harmony

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

lacking natural ease

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

showing or characterized by broad-mindedness

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

not fanciful or imaginative

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

to a moderate degree

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

a small or moderate or token amount

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

of an obscure nature

From this reading A SECOND INTERVIEW WITH THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR.

easily agitated

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

an event that happens

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

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From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

the rate of moving (especially walking or running)

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

past form of “question” — challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

past form of “regard” — deem to be

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

a compound formed by replacing hydrogen in an acid by a metal (or a radical that acts like a metal)

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

normal or sound powers of mind

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

express in words

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading A SECOND INTERVIEW WITH THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR.

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

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

coming after or following

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

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

From this reading A SECOND INTERVIEW WITH THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

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

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Not that he had exactly questioned my sanity, but it was all too evident that he was disposed to accept my statement of a plain matter-of-fact occurrence with a too liberal modicum of salt.

the act of transacting within or between groups (as carrying on commercial activities)

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

a fact that has been verified

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

not giving satisfaction

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

someone who visits

From this reading A SECOND INTERVIEW WITH THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR.

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

From this reading It is not pleasant to have one's mental responsibility brought in question, and the result of my interview with Professor Chickering was, to put it mildly, unsatisfactory.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

turn in a twisting or spinning motion

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading I say "matter-of-fact occurrence" in full knowledge of the truth that I myself had at first regarded the whole transaction as a fantasia or flight of mind, the result of extreme nervous tension; but in the interval succeeding I had abundant opportunity to correlate my thoughts, and to bring some sort of order out of the mental and physical chaos of that strange, eventful night.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

in the company of; together with

From this reading A SECOND INTERVIEW WITH THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading True, the preliminary events leading up to it were extraordinary; the dismal weather, the depression of body and spirit under which I labored, the wild whirl of thought keeping pace with the elements--in short, a general concatenation of events that seemed to be ordered especially for the introduction of some abnormal visitor--the night would indeed have been incomplete without a ghost!