used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
affectionsnounUS /əˈfekʃənz/
plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
aggressiveadjectiveUS /əˈɡresɪv/
having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
anti-social
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From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
arisenverbUS /ərˈɪzən/
inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading Between her and Margaret Mackintosh a coolness had arisen.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
beingsnounUS /ˈbiːɪŋz/
plural of “being” — the state or fact of existing
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Between her and Margaret Mackintosh a coolness had arisen.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
past form of “care” — feel concern or interest
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
citizensnounUS /ˈsɪtəzənz/
plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
conflictnounUS /ˈkɑːnflɪkt/
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
constituteverbUS /ˈkɑːnstətuːt/
form or compose
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
contentedadjectiveUS /kənˈtentəd/
satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
coolnessnounUS /ˈkuːlnəs/
calm and unruffled self-assurance
From this reading Between her and Margaret Mackintosh a coolness had arisen.
developedadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpt/
being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
divined
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From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
drivesnounUS /draɪvz/
plural of “drive” — the act of applying force to propel something
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
essentialadjectiveUS /eˈsenʃəl/
absolutely necessary; vitally necessary
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
eventualadjectiveUS /əˈventʃuːəl/
expected to follow in the indefinite future from causes already operating
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
at any time
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
frequentverbUS /ˈfriːkwənt/
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
yet to be or coming
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
Geoffrey
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From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Between her and Margaret Mackintosh a coolness had arisen.
HerbertnounUS /ˈhɜːrbərt/
United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
impulsesnounUS /ˈɪmpəlsɪz/
plural of “impulse” — an instinctive motive
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
inclinationnounUS /ˌɪnkləˈneɪʃən/
an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
inheritedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈherətɪd/
occurring among members of a family usually by heredity
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
injurynounUS /ˈɪndʒəri/
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
Lindon
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From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
MackintoshnounUS /ˈmækəntɑːʃ/
a lightweight waterproof (usually rubberized) fabric
From this reading Between her and Margaret Mackintosh a coolness had arisen.
Margaret
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From this reading Between her and Margaret Mackintosh a coolness had arisen.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
very unhappy; full of misery
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
of an obscure nature
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
NinanounUS /ˈniːnə/
the Babylonian goddess of the watery deep and daughter of Ea
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
not any; not one
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
and nothing more
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
a human being
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
PhilosophynounUS /fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
pre-social
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From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
predatoryadjectiveUS /ˈpredətɔːri/
characterized by plundering or pillaging or marauding
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
pulse-stirring
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From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
regardlessadverbUS /rəˈɡɑːrdləs/
in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
try to get or reach
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
self-satisfactionnoun
the feeling you have when you are satisfied with yourself
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
separationnounUS /ˌsepərˈeɪʃən/
the state of lacking unity
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
SpencernounUS /ˈspensər/
English philosopher and sociologist who applied the theory of natural selection to human societies (1820-1903)
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
SyntheticadjectiveUS /sɪnˈθetɪk/
not of natural origin; prepared or made artificially
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
tendenciesnounUS /ˈtendənsiz/
plural of “tendency” — an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
tendingnounUS /ˈtendɪŋ/
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
a special situation
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
unsuspiciousadjective
not suspicious
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
at the time that
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Those aggressive impulses inherited from the pre-social state--those tendencies to seek self-satisfaction regardless of injury to other beings, which are essential to a predatory life, constitute an anti-social force, tending ever to cause conflict and eventual separation of citizens.--Herbert Spencer, _Synthetic Philosophy._ Nina Lindon had by no means given up the pulse-stirring and secret drives with Geoffrey.
womanhoodnounUS /ˈwʊmənhʊd/
the state of being an adult woman
From this reading Margaret was an unsuspicious person, but her affections had developed her womanhood, and in some mysterious way she had divined that Nina cared to be with Geoffrey more than she would confess.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading The only thing she had given up was saying to herself that in the future she would not go any more.
yieldingadjectiveUS /ˈjiːldɪŋ/
inclined to yield to argument or influence or control
From this reading The result of this frequent yielding to inclination was that she was miserable enough when away from him and not particularly contented when with him.
