Chapter XXVII

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

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

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

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

in addition

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

any thing at all

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

for the reason that

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

capability to perform or produce

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

a boy or man

From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

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From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

having come or been brought to a conclusion

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

without question and beyond doubt

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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

From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

Filled with or placed under the influence of magical power or charm.

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

the ultimate goal

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

set up or found

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

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

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

the back of a horse

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

(Roman mythology) supreme god of Romans; counterpart of Greek Zeus

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

the act of participating in an athletic competition in which you must jump

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

and nothing more

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

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

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

in a manner differing from the usual or expected

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

and nothing more

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

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From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel)

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

express in words

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

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

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

hit with a missile from a weapon

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

the act of firing a projectile

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

an instance of visual perception

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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

From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

someone who engages in sports

From this reading "He's a fine chap," said Chris, "and a good sportsman--does some good with _his_ money.

a horse trained to run in steeplechases

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

in a softened tone

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

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

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading A _MODUS VIVENDI_ Chris returned from Elsinore decidedly quiet, not to say subdued in manner.

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

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

treated with wax

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

at the time that

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

which person or people

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Oddly enough, Chris seemed more struck with Rensslaer's personality and marvellous shooting, than anything else, and waxed eloquent when he reported to Gay at dinner that night, all he had seen and done during the day.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading By Jove! you should just see him shoot on horseback!

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Gay thought it was because in the enchanted world of horses he had entered there, the steeplechaser found his true level, was only one of many, not the be-all and end-all of existence; she also concluded that Rensslaer had kept the dare-devil young rider, who had given Gay a taste of his jumping capacity, out of sight, as indeed he had.