Chapter XX

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

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

Having no one else present.

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

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

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

appointed to a post or duty

From this reading For instance, the opening of _Philaster_ is generally assigned to Beaumont: it has the characteristics of his prose.

a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces)

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

a relation that provides the foundation for something

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

have

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

United States surgeon remembered for his studies of digestion (1785-1853)

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

the state of being certain

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

plural of “characteristic” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading For instance, the opening of _Philaster_ is generally assigned to Beaumont: it has the characteristics of his prose.

plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

someone who assists in a plot

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

plural of “collaborator” — someone who assists in a plot

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

an associate that one works with

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

(of information) make known; pass on

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

causing one to believe the truth of something

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

the act of offering an improvement to replace a mistake; setting right

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

past form of “create” — make or cause to be or to become

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

precise; explicit and clearly defined

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

the articulation of speech regarded from the point of view of its intelligibility to the audience

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

-ing form of “distinguish” — mark as different

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

many and different

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

one or the other of two

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

developed or executed with care and in minute detail

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

come together

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

divisible by two

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

third-person singular of “exist” — have an existence, be extant

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

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From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

third-person singular of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

usually; as a rule

From this reading For instance, the opening of _Philaster_ is generally assigned to Beaumont: it has the characteristics of his prose.

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

From this reading For instance, the opening of _Philaster_ is generally assigned to Beaumont: it has the characteristics of his prose.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

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

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

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

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

past form of “influence” — have and exert influence or effect

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

put or introduce into something

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

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From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

an occurrence of something

From this reading For instance, the opening of _Philaster_ is generally assigned to Beaumont: it has the characteristics of his prose.

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

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

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From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

based on the meter as a standard of measurement

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

an open or empty space in or between things

From this reading For instance, the opening of _Philaster_ is generally assigned to Beaumont: it has the characteristics of his prose.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

the local environment

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

an odd or unusual characteristic

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

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From this reading For instance, the opening of _Philaster_ is generally assigned to Beaumont: it has the characteristics of his prose.

participate in games or sport

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

plural of “play” — a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

inflected form of “plot” — plan secretly, usually something illegal

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

bring about abruptly

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

ordinary writing as distinguished from verse

From this reading For instance, the opening of _Philaster_ is generally assigned to Beaumont: it has the characteristics of his prose.

a chemical agent for use in chemical reactions

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

coming back

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

editing that involves writing something again

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

Identical; not different.

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

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

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

walk heavily

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

not in physical motion

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

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

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

in or at that place or location

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

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

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

inflected form of “undertake” — enter upon an activity or enterprise

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

literature in metrical form

From this reading FLETCHER'S DICTION The verse criterion is, however, not of itself a reagent sufficient to precipitate fully the Beaumont of the joint-plays.

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

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

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

From this reading In the same section, even in the same speech, we may encounter insertions which bear the stamp of the revising colleague.

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

From this reading It, therefore, follows that the assignment of a whole scene to either author on the basis alone of some recurring metrical peculiarity is not convincing.

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

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading For there still exists the certainty that in plotting plays together, each of the collaborators was influenced by the opinion of the other; and the probability that, though one may have undertaken sundry scenes or divers characters in a play, the other would, in the course of general correction, insert lines in the parts written by his collaborator, and would convey to his own scenes the distinguishing rhythm, "humour," or diction of a definite character, created, or elaborated, by his colleague.