used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
additionsnounUS /əˈdɪʃənz/
plural of “addition” — a component that is added to something to improve it
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
angryadjectiveUS /ˈæŋɡri/
feeling or showing anger
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
animositynounUS /ˌænəˈmɑːsəti/
a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
belongingnounUS /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋ/
happiness felt in a secure relationship
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But Grace was not the only person that Eleanor disliked.
classesnounUS /ˈklæsəz/
plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
creatingverbUS /kriˈeɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “create” — make or cause to be or to become
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
CrosbynounUS /ˈkrɔːzbi/
United States singer and film actor (1903-1977)
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
every day; without missing a day
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
dislikedadjectiveUS /dɪˈslaɪkt/
regarded with aversion
From this reading But Grace was not the only person that Eleanor disliked.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
Edna
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From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
Eleanor
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From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
Grace'snounUS /ˈɡreɪsɪz/
possessive form of “grace” — (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
Julia
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From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
Julia's
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From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
set down according to a plan
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
leakedverbUS /liːkt/
past form of “leak” — tell anonymously
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
information about recent and important events
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading But Grace was not the only person that Eleanor disliked.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
OmnibusnounUS /ˈɑːmnəbəs/
an anthology of articles on a related subject or an anthology of the works of a single author
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
on one occasion
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
and nothing more
From this reading But Grace was not the only person that Eleanor disliked.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
a human being
From this reading But Grace was not the only person that Eleanor disliked.
plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
pleasingadjectiveUS /ˈpliːzɪŋ/
giving pleasure and satisfaction
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
pledgeverbUS /pledʒ/
promise solemnly and formally
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
purveyornounUS /pərˈveɪər/
someone who supplies provisions (especially food)
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
precisely, exactly
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
secrecynounUS /ˈsiːkrəsi/
the trait of keeping things secret
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
shrewdadjectiveUS /ʃruːd/
marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
marked by absence of sound
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
sophomorenounUS /ˈsɑːfmɔːr/
a second-year undergraduate
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
an impression that something might be the case
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
in an exhaustive manner
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
traveledadjectiveUS /ˈtrævəld/
traveled over or through; sometimes used as a combining term
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
the topmost one of two
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading She was thoroughly angry, and at once laid the matter at Grace's door, while her animosity toward Grace grew daily.
which person or people
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Edna had, under pledge of secrecy, told it to a sophomore, who immediately told it to her dearest friend, and so the tale traveled until it reached Eleanor, with numerous additions, far from pleasing to her.
WORRIESnounUS /ˈwɜːriz/
plural of “worry” — something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
From this reading WORRIES AND PLANS Although the girls belonging to Julia's party were silent concerning what happened at the Omnibus House, the story leaked out, creating considerable discussion among the members of the two upper classes.
WrightnounUS /raɪt/
United States writer of detective novels (1888-1939)
From this reading Julia Crosby had a shrewd suspicion that Edna Wright had been the original purveyor of the news, and in this she was right.
