Chapter XXX

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

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

acted upon; influenced

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

equally

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

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

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

an old form of “are”, used with “thou”

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

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

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

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From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

capturing interest as if by a spell

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

(psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

possessive form of “chapman” — United States pioneer who planted apple trees as he traveled (1774-1845)

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

characteristic of the time of chivalry and knighthood in the Middle Ages

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

light and humorous drama with a happy ending

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

arousing or provoking laughter

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

the act or process of complicating

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

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From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

being mixed with extraneous material; the product of adulterating

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

feelings of ardent love

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

a conversation between two persons

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

unrestrained by convention or morality

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

controlled or ruled by superior authority or power

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

suitable to or characteristic of drama

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

past form of “exercise” — put to use

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

prolific English dramatist who collaborated with Francis Beaumont and many other dramatists (1579-1625)

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

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From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

yet to be or coming

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale)

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

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

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

conforming to an ultimate standard of perfection or excellence; embodying an ideal

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

the doctrine that representations of nature or human behavior should be accurate imitations

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

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

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

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From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

a period of 40 weekdays from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

a substance used to ignite or kindle a fire

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

without good reason

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

social deportment

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

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From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

having the excitement and emotional appeal of melodrama

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

not any; not one

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

past form of “obscure” — make less visible or unclear

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

a strong feeling or emotion

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

covered with a firm surface

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

-ing form of “philander” — have amorous affairs; of men

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

participate in games or sport

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

of or relating to poetry

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

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

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

action taken in return for an injury or offense

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

payment to the holder of a patent or copyright or resource for the right to use their property

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

expressing extreme contempt

From this reading In plays like _The Coxcombe_ and _The Scornful Ladie_, the genius of Fletcher dominated the scenes of lighter dialogue and comic complication.

tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

given to or marked by sentiment or sentimentality

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

possessive form of “shakespeare” — English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

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

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

lacking natural ease

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

of or relating to the theater

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

the swift release of a store of affective force

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

past form of “tinge” — affect as in thought or feeling

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

an event resulting in great loss and misfortune

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

a dramatic composition involving elements of both tragedy and comedy usually with the tragic predominating

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc.

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

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From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

not based on reason or evidence

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Upon the future of the comedy of intrigue and manners, Beaumont exercised no distinctive influence.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

characterized by energy and vigor

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

plural of “virtue” — the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong

From this reading CONCLUSION Beaumont's poetic virtues are his peculiar treasure; but the dramatic method of his heroic-romantic plays lent itself lightly to imitation and debasement.

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

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

possessive form of “webster” — English playwright (1580-1625)

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Some of these plays, and some of Shakespeare's, too, and of Marston's, and Chapman's, and Webster's, paved the way for the heroic play of the Restoration--a melodramatic development of tragicomedy and sentimental tragedy, in which philandering sentiment, strained and histrionic passion, took the place of romantic love and virile conflict,--a drama in which an affected view of life tinged crisis and character alike, an unreasoning devotion to royalty or some other chivalric ideal obscured personal dignity and moral responsibility, and the thrill of surprise dissipated the catharsis, proper to art, whether tragic or comic.

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

From this reading Not so much _The Maides Tragedy_ and _A King and No King_, which respect the unities of interest and effect, as _Philaster_, _The Coxcombe_, and _Cupid's Revenge_, to which Fletcher's contribution of captivating theatrical 'business' and device was more considerable.