356
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From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
358
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From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
363
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From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
371
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From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
373
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From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
379
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From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
423
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
451
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
adieunounUS /əˈduː/
a farewell remark
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
(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 "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
react verbally
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
BayardnounUS /ˈbeɪərd/
French soldier said to be fearless and chivalrous (1473-1524)
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
confined by bonds
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
of short duration or distance
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
cannot
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
causticadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːstɪk/
harsh or corrosive in tone
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
certains
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From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
claspverbUS /klæsp/
hold firmly and tightly
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
communicatedverbUS /kəˈmjuːnəkeɪtɪd/
past form of “communicate” — transmit information
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
conclusiou
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From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
contributedverbUS /kənˈtrɪbjuːtɪd/
past form of “contribute” — bestow a quality on
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
female equivalent of a count or earl
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
dearly loved
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
Dr
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From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
encouragingadjectiveUS /enˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋ/
giving courage or confidence or hope
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
evening'snounUS /ˈiːvnɪŋz/
possessive form of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
fixverbUS /fɪks/
restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
foreseenverbUS /ˌfɔːrˈsiːn/
inflected form of “foresee” — realize beforehand
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
yet to be or coming
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
past form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
garmentsnounUS /ˈɡɑːrmənts/
plural of “garment” — an article of clothing
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
the one or ones belonging to her
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
how
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From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
idealizedadjectiveUS /aɪˈdiːəlaɪzd/
exalted to an ideal perfection or excellence
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
informverbUS /ˌɪnˈfɔːrm/
impart knowledge of some fact, state of affairs, or event to
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
informsverbUS /ˌɪnˈfɔːrmz/
third-person singular of “inform” — impart knowledge of some fact, state of affairs, or event to
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
insistsverbUS /ˌɪnˈsɪsts/
third-person singular of “insist” — be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
and nothing more
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
Lawkin's
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
Lawkins
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
Lorillard
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
Lorrillard
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
Madeleine
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
Madeleine's
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
mailnounUS /meɪl/
the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
engage in
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
Maurice
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used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
mendingnounUS /ˈmendɪŋ/
garments that must be repaired
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
ministrynounUS /ˈmɪnəstri/
religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian)
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
to a great degree or extent
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
performedverbUS /pərˈfɔːrmd/
past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
approval to do something
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
pillownounUS /ˈpɪloʊ/
a cushion to support the head of a sleeping person
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
pleasuresnounUS /ˈpleʒərz/
plural of “pleasure” — a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
preciselyadverbUS /prɪˈsaɪsli/
indicating exactness or preciseness
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
separated in relationship by a given degree of descent
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
recurring again and again
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
rustleverbUS /ˈrʌsəl/
make a dry crackling sound
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
separationnounUS /ˌsepərˈeɪʃən/
the state of lacking unity
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
sepation
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From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
skilfuladjective
having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
yielding readily to pressure or weight
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
sorrowfuladjectiveUS /ˈsɑːroʊfəl/
experiencing or marked by or expressing sorrow especially that associated with irreparable loss
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
soundlessadjective
marked by absence of sound
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
stanchedverbUS /stæntʃt/
past form of “stanch” — stop the flow of a liquid
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
not in physical motion
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
symathizing
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From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
sympathizingverbUS /ˈsɪmpəθaɪzɪŋ/
-ing form of “sympathize” — share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
uncertainadjectiveUS /ənˈsɜːrtən/
lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it)
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
well-beingnounUS /ˌwelˈbiːɪŋ/
a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
at the time that
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
wiseradjectiveUS /ˈwaɪzər/
comparative of “wise” — having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
in the company of; together with
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He had not foreseen that the countess would have drawn this conclusiou[conclusion] from the intelligence just communicated. page 363 lips.
produce a literary work
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
a late time of life
From this reading Make haste, for I must write to Lorillard[Lorrillard] by this evening's mail, and I desire to inform him, in answer to his somewhat caustic letter, that I have made the page 423 "This has been but a brief meeting, Madeleine, after the sepation[separation] of those long, sorrowful years. The future is all uncertain, I cannot fix a time, after I have said adieu, when I may clasp page 451 Mrs. Lawkin's[Lawkins'] skilful ministry had stanched the blood and Madeleine's head and arm were bound up; but still she lay like
but in spite of that
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
be the cause or source of
From this reading page 356 precisely how to make a pillow yield the best support,--a low, soft, yet encouraging voice,--a cheerful, yet symathizing[sympathizing] face,--a soundless step,--garments that never rustle,--movements that page 358 Maurice perceived his mistake too late.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "She has seen Dr. Bayard, and insists on carrying out certains[certain] views of hers, and she informs me that she has his permission page 371 mending, would have gained a charm and been idealized into pleasures, if they contributed to the well-being of those dear to[repeated "to" removed] her; but, when performed for the one more precious than all page 373 you to inform the countess that a nurse is coming.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
used when the person spoken to is also the object of the action
From this reading One charge more: you[your] father is so much better that instead of wearing yourself out by sitting up with him, it would be wiser to have page 379 and we will settle the matter.
