used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
at or in the front
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading In another moment a little cry of consternation escaped her.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading "What's the matter?" asked Elfreda curiously, trying to peer over her shoulder.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
a committee having supervisory powers
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
bulletinnounUS /ˈbʊlɪtən/
a brief report (especially an official statement issued for immediate publication or broadcast)
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
consternationnounUS /ˌkɑːnstərˈneɪʃən/
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading In another moment a little cry of consternation escaped her.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
criticallyadverbUS /ˈkrɪtɪkəli/
in a critical manner
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading In another moment a little cry of consternation escaped her.
curiouslyadverbUS /ˈkjʊriəsli/
in a manner differing from the usual or expected
From this reading "What's the matter?" asked Elfreda curiously, trying to peer over her shoulder.
deannounUS /diːn/
an administrator in charge of a division of a university or college
From this reading "It--it's a summons from the dean," said Grace a trifle unsteadily.
downstairsadverbUS /ˈdaʊnˈsterz/
on a floor below
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
Elfreda
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From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
envelopenounUS /ˈenvəloʊp/
a flat (usually rectangular) container for a letter, thin package, etc.
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
having escaped, especially from confinement
From this reading In another moment a little cry of consternation escaped her.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading "It--it's a summons from the dean," said Grace a trifle unsteadily.
the act of departing
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading In another moment a little cry of consternation escaped her.
Here's
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From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
it's
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From this reading "It--it's a summons from the dean," said Grace a trifle unsteadily.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading In another moment a little cry of consternation escaped her.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading "What's the matter?" asked Elfreda curiously, trying to peer over her shoulder.
a particular point in time
From this reading In another moment a little cry of consternation escaped her.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading "What's the matter?" asked Elfreda curiously, trying to peer over her shoulder.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
peernounUS /pɪr/
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group
From this reading "What's the matter?" asked Elfreda curiously, trying to peer over her shoulder.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "It--it's a summons from the dean," said Grace a trifle unsteadily.
any broad thin expanse or surface
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
lift onto one's shoulders
From this reading "What's the matter?" asked Elfreda curiously, trying to peer over her shoulder.
SUMMONSnounUS /ˈsʌmənz/
a request to be present
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
surveynounUS /sərˈveɪ/
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
surveyedverbUS /sərˈveɪd/
past form of “survey” — consider in a comprehensive way
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
commonly the lowest molding at the base of a column
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate
From this reading "It--it's a summons from the dean," said Grace a trifle unsteadily.
hard to endure
From this reading "What's the matter?" asked Elfreda curiously, trying to peer over her shoulder.
unfoldedverbUS /ənˈfoʊldɪd/
past form of “unfold” — develop or come to a promising stage
From this reading Grace surveyed the envelope critically, tore it open and unfolded the sheet of paper inside.
UNPLEASANTadjectiveUS /ənˈplezənt/
offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
unsteadilyadverb
in an unsteady manner
From this reading "It--it's a summons from the dean," said Grace a trifle unsteadily.
What's
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From this reading "What's the matter?" asked Elfreda curiously, trying to peer over her shoulder.
which person or people
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading AN UNPLEASANT SUMMONS "Here's a letter for you, Grace," called Elfreda, who had run downstairs ahead of Grace to survey the contents of the house bulletin board before going in to breakfast.
