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Fostina Woodman, the Wonderful Adventurer
Fostina Woodman, the Wonderful Adventurer

Chapter IV · Chapter 4

Chapter 4 of Fostina Woodman, the Wonderful Adventurer is here in full — 41 sentences across 9 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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_Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.
He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.
Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.
But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.
But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.
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Fostina Woodman, the Wonderful Adventurer

Chapter IV · Chapter 4

Chapter 4 of Fostina Woodman, the Wonderful Adventurer is here in full — 41 sentences across 9 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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_Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.
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He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.
/hiː meɪd noʊn hɪz ˌɪnˈtentʃən tuː hɪz ˈperənts ənd əˈkɔːrdɪŋli ɑːn ðə ˈfɑːloʊɪŋ ˈmɔːrnɪŋ hiː ˈstɑːrtɪd ɑːn hɪz ˈdʒɜːrni ɪkˈspektɪŋ tuː rɪˈtɜːrn ɪn ə fjuː wiːks/
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Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.
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But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.
/bʌt ðə ənˈfɔːrtʃənət ɡɜːrl faʊnd noʊ ˌkɑːnsəˈleɪʃən ˌɔːlˈðoʊ ʃiː wɑːz noʊ ˈlɔːŋɡər əˈnɔɪd baɪ hɜːr ˈkʌzənz ˈprezəns jet hɪz ˈperənts wɜːr ˈkɑːnstəntli ɪnˈdevərɪŋ tuː ˈɪnfluːəns hɜːr ɪn hɪz ˈfeɪvər ənd wɪˈθaʊt ˌhezəˈteɪʃən ˌɪnˈfɔːrmd hɜːr ðæt hɜːr ˈfjuːtʃər ˈhæpinəs wʊd dɪˈpend əˈpɑːn hɜːr ˈmerɪdʒ wɪð ðer sʌn/
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But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.
/bʌt ðə dɪˈtɜːrmənd ɡɜːrl ɪn ə fɜːrm ənd ˌdɪˈsaɪdɪd ˈmænər rəˈfjuːzd tuː kəmˈplaɪ wɪð ðer ˈwɪʃɪz ɪn ækˈseptɪŋ ðə prəˈpoʊzəlz ʌv hɜːr ˈkʌzən ˈtelɪŋ ðem ðæt ʃiː wʊd ˈnevər ɡɪv hɜːr hænd tuː wʌn waɪl əˈnʌðər pəˈzest hɜːr lʌv/

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comply verb US /kəmˈplaɪ/

act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes

From this reading “But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.”

cousin's noun US /ˈkʌzənz/

possessive form of “cousin” — the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading “But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.”

endeavoring verb US /ɪnˈdevərɪŋ/

-ing form of “endeavor” — attempt by employing effort

From this reading “But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.”

pleads verb US /pliːdz/

third-person singular of “plead” — appeal or request earnestly

From this reading “_Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.”

proposals noun US /prəˈpoʊzəlz/

plural of “proposal” — something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)

From this reading “But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.”

quietness noun US /ˈkwaɪətnəs/

the property of making no sound

From this reading “Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.”

requesting verb US /rɪˈkwestɪŋ/

-ing form of “request” — express the need or desire for

From this reading “_Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.”

residing verb US /rɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/

-ing form of “reside” — make one's home in a particular place or community

From this reading “_Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.”

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adeterminerUS /ə/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

absencenounUS /ˈæbsəns/

the state of being absent

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

acceptingadjectiveUS /ækˈseptɪŋ/

tolerating without protest

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

accordinglyadverbUS /əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/

(sentence connectors) because of the reason given

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

althoughconjunctionUS /ˌɔːlˈðoʊ/

in spite of the fact that

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

annoyedadjectiveUS /əˈnɔɪd/

aroused to impatience or anger

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

anotherdeterminerUS /əˈnʌðər/

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

apartmentnounUS /əˈpɑːrtmənt/

a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

businessnounUS /ˈbɪznəs/

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

ButconjunctionUS /bʌt/

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

byprepositionUS /baɪ/

showing who or what does the action

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

complyverbUS /kəmˈplaɪ/

act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

consolationnounUS /ˌkɑːnsəˈleɪʃən/

the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

constantlyadverbUS /ˈkɑːnstəntli/

without variation or change, in every case

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

countrynounUS /ˈkʌntri/

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

CousinnounUS /ˈkʌzən/

the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

cousin'snounUS /ˈkʌzənz/

possessive form of “cousin” — the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

DeathnounUS /deθ/

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

decidedadjectiveUS /ˌdɪˈsaɪdɪd/

recognizable; marked

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

DeparturenounUS /dɪˈpɑːrtʃər/

the act of departing

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

dependverbUS /dɪˈpend/

be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

determinedadjectiveUS /dɪˈtɜːrmənd/

characterized by great determination

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

duringprepositionUS /ˈdʊrɪŋ/

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

endeavoringverbUS /ɪnˈdevərɪŋ/

-ing form of “endeavor” — attempt by employing effort

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

enteredverbUS /ˈentərd/

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

eveningnounUS /ˈiːvnɪŋ/

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

expectingverbUS /ɪkˈspektɪŋ/

-ing form of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

fathernounUS /ˈfɑːðər/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

favorverbUS /ˈfeɪvər/

promote over another

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

feltverbUS /felt/

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

fewadjectiveUS /fjuː/

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

firmadjectiveUS /fɜːrm/

marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

followingadjectiveUS /ˈfɑːloʊɪŋ/

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

forprepositionUS /fɔːr/

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

Fostina

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From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

Fostina's

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From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

foundverbUS /faʊnd/

set up or found

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

friendnounUS /frend/

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

fromprepositionUS /frʌm/

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

futureadjectiveUS /ˈfjuːtʃər/

yet to be or coming

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

girlnounUS /ɡɜːrl/

a young female

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

giveverbUS /ɡɪv/

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

greatlyadverbUS /ˈɡreɪtli/

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

handnounUS /hænd/

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

happinessnounUS /ˈhæpinəs/

state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

HepronounUS /hiː/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

hearingnounUS /ˈhiːrɪŋ/

(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

hesitationnounUS /ˌhezəˈteɪʃən/

indecision in speech or action

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

himpronounUS /hɪm/

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

HisdeterminerUS /hɪz/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

IllnessnounUS /ˈɪlnəs/

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

immediatelyadverbUS /ˌɪˈmiːdiːətli/

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

importancenounUS /ˌɪmˈpɔːrtəns/

the quality of being important and worthy of note

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

influencenounUS /ˈɪnfluːəns/

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

informedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈfɔːrmd/

having much knowledge or education

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

IntelligencenounUS /ˌɪnˈtelədʒəns/

the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

intentionnounUS /ˌɪnˈtentʃən/

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

ItpronounUS /ɪt/

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

journeyverbUS /ˈdʒɜːrni/

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

knownadjectiveUS /noʊn/

apprehended with certainty

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

lateadjectiveUS /leɪt/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

LewisnounUS /ˈluːɪs/

United States rock star singer and pianist (born in 1935)

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

longeradverbUS /ˈlɔːŋɡər/

for more time

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

LovenounUS /lʌv/

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

madeadjectiveUS /meɪd/

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

mannernounUS /ˈmænər/

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

marriagenounUS /ˈmerɪdʒ/

the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

morningnounUS /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

MortimernounUS /ˈmɔːrtɪmər/

English nobleman who deposed Edward II and was executed by Edward III (1287-1330)

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

neveradverbUS /ˈnevər/

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

nodeterminerUS /noʊ/

not any; not one

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

nowadverbUS /naʊ/

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

onprepositionUS /ɑːn/

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

onepronounUS /wʌn/

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

parentsnounUS /ˈperənts/

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

peacenounUS /piːs/

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

pleadsverbUS /pliːdz/

third-person singular of “plead” — appeal or request earnestly

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

possessedadjectiveUS /pəˈzest/

influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

presencenounUS /ˈprezəns/

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

proposalsnounUS /prəˈpoʊzəlz/

plural of “proposal” — something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

quietnessnounUS /ˈkwaɪətnəs/

the property of making no sound

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

receivedadjectiveUS /rəˈsiːvd/

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

refusedverbUS /rəˈfjuːzd/

past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

relievedadjectiveUS /rɪˈliːvd/

(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

requestingverbUS /rɪˈkwestɪŋ/

-ing form of “request” — express the need or desire for

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

residingverbUS /rɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/

-ing form of “reside” — make one's home in a particular place or community

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

restverbUS /rest/

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

ReturnverbUS /rɪˈtɜːrn/

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

Rineldo

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From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

Rineldo's

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From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

SadadjectiveUS /sæd/

experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

seatedadjectiveUS /ˈsiːtɪd/

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

seeverbUS /siː/

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

shepronounUS /ʃiː/

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

shouldmodal verbUS /ʃʊd/

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

sonnounUS /sʌn/

a male human offspring

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

startedverbUS /ˈstɑːrtɪd/

past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

suddenadjectiveUS /ˈsʌdən/

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

tellingadjectiveUS /ˈtelɪŋ/

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

thedeterminerUS /ðə/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

theirdeterminerUS /ðer/

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

thempronounUS /ðem/

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

thinkingnounUS /ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

the process of using your mind to consider something carefully

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

thisdeterminerUS /ðɪs/

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Fostina, on hearing this, felt greatly relieved, thinking she should now rest in peace and quietness during his absence.

toparticleUS /tuː/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

unfortunateadjectiveUS /ənˈfɔːrtʃənət/

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/

a formal word for “on”

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

vainadjectiveUS /veɪn/

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/

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

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

weeksnounUS /wiːks/

plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading He made known his intention to his parents, and accordingly, on the following morning, he started on his journey, expecting to return in a few weeks.

wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/

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

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

whereconjunctionUS /wer/

in or at the place that

From this reading _Rineldo's sudden Departure--His Return--He pleads in vain for the Love of his Cousin--Sad Intelligence and the Death of Lewis Mortimer--Fostina's Illness._ It was late one evening that Rineldo entered the apartment where his father was seated, and informed him that he had received intelligence from a friend residing in the country requesting to see him immediately on business of importance.

whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/

during the time that

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

wishesnounUS /ˈwɪʃɪz/

plural of “wish” — a specific feeling of desire

From this reading But the determined girl, in a firm and decided manner, refused to comply with their wishes, in accepting the proposals of her cousin, telling them that she would never give her hand to one, while another possessed her love.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

withoutprepositionUS /wɪˈθaʊt/

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

wouldmodal verbUS /wʊd/

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

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

yetconjunctionUS /jet/

but in spite of that

From this reading But the unfortunate girl found no consolation; although she was no longer annoyed by her cousin's presence, yet his parents were constantly endeavoring to influence her in his favor, and without hesitation informed her, that her future happiness would depend upon her marriage with their son.

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