used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
affluentnounUS /ˈæfluːənt/
an affluent person; a person who is financially well off
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
(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 There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
blousesnounUS /ˈblaʊsəz/
plural of “blouse” — a top worn by women
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
a committee having supervisory powers
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
bulletinnounUS /ˈbʊlɪtən/
a brief report (especially an official statement issued for immediate publication or broadcast)
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
BureaunounUS /ˈbjʊroʊ/
an administrative unit of government
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
actively or fully engaged or occupied
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
campusnounUS /ˈkæmpəs/
a field on which the buildings of a university are situated
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
classmatesnounUS /ˈklæsmeɪts/
plural of “classmate” — an acquaintance that you go to school with
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
the body of faculty and students of a college
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
countlessadjectiveUS /ˈkaʊntləs/
too numerous to be counted
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
dressingnounUS /ˈdresɪŋ/
savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
divisible by two
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
set up or found
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
freshmennounUS /ˈfreʃmɪn/
plural of “freshman” — a first-year undergraduate
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
gownsnounUS /ɡaʊnz/
plural of “gown” — a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
gratifyingadjectiveUS /ˈɡrætəfaɪɪŋ/
pleasing to the mind or feeling
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading Grace and Louise Sampson spent many hours of time and thought upon the new venture.
plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
not in action or at work
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
of the present time and place
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
kimonosnounUS /kəˈmoʊnəz/
plural of “kimono” — a loose robe; imitated from robes originally worn by Japanese
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
laborsnounUS /ˈleɪbərz/
plural of “labor” — a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
Louise
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From this reading Grace and Louise Sampson spent many hours of time and thought upon the new venture.
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
manicuring
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From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
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 Grace and Louise Sampson spent many hours of time and thought upon the new venture.
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 Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
mendingnounUS /ˈmendɪŋ/
garments that must be repaired
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
inflected form of “meet” — come together
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
needlewomen
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From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
needyadjectiveUS /ˈniːdi/
poor enough to need help from others
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Grace and Louise Sampson spent many hours of time and thought upon the new venture.
not any; not one
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
noticesnounUS /ˈnoʊtəsəz/
plural of “notice” — an announcement containing information about an event
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
held or filled or in use
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
postingnounUS /ˈpoʊstɪŋ/
a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
preparingverbUS /priˈperɪŋ/
-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
requestsnounUS /rɪˈkwests/
plural of “request” — a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
responsenounUS /rɪˈspɑːns/
a result
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
Sampson
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Grace and Louise Sampson spent many hours of time and thought upon the new venture.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
sewingnounUS /ˈsoʊɪŋ/
joining or attaching by stitches
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
skilledadjectiveUS /skɪld/
having or showing or requiring special skill
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
plural of “sort” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
refrain from harming
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
depleted of energy, force, or strength
From this reading Grace and Louise Sampson spent many hours of time and thought upon the new venture.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
studentsnounUS /ˈstuːdənts/
plural of “student” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
stylesnounUS /staɪlz/
plural of “style” — how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
carry out
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Grace and Louise Sampson spent many hours of time and thought upon the new venture.
thoughtfullyadverbUS /ˈθɔːtfəli/
in a thoughtful manner
From this reading Grace had thoughtfully placed a second sewing machine in the sewing room, and it never stood idle.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading There were requests for all sorts of services such as hair dressing, manicuring and countless small labors which affluent students were glad to turn over to their needy classmates.
tutoringverbUS /ˈtuːtərɪŋ/
-ing form of “tutor” — be a tutor to someone; give individual instruction
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Grace and Louise Sampson spent many hours of time and thought upon the new venture.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
which person or people
From this reading Certain of the club members found their spare time fully occupied in tutoring freshmen, while those who were skilled needlewomen were kept busy mending, making silk blouses, kimonos and even simple styles of gowns.
in the company of; together with
From this reading HER OWN WAY The Service Bureau lost no time in preparing and posting notices on the college bulletin board, and on those of the various campus houses, to the effect that they were prepared to take care of any requests for general services that might be made, and the immediate response with which their venture met was gratifying in the extreme.
