used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
anew
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
(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 The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
arrangementsnounUS /ərˈeɪndʒmənts/
plural of “arrangement” — the thing arranged or agreed to
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
the process of giving careful thought to something
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
power to direct or determine
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
dangersnounUS /ˈdeɪndʒərz/
plural of “danger” — the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
delightfullyadverbUS /dɪˈlaɪtfəli/
in a delightful manner
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
Dinsmore
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From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
durationnounUS /ˈdʊˈreɪʃən/
the period of time during which something continues
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
Elsie
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From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
enjoymentnounUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪmənt/
the pleasure felt when having a good time
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
exposedadjectiveUS /ɪkˈspoʊzd/
with no protection or shield
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
fillsnounUS /fɪlz/
plural of “fill” — a quantity sufficient to satisfy
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
yet to be or coming
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
GracienounUS /ˈɡreɪsi/
United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964)
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
guidancenounUS /ˈɡaɪdəns/
something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
past form of “hesitate” — pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
indulgeverbUS /ˌɪnˈdʌldʒ/
give free rein to
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
LulunounUS /ˈluːluː/
a very attractive or seductive looking woman
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
engage in
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
marredadjectiveUS /mɑːrd/
blemished by injury or rough wear
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
absolutely essential
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
on one occasion
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
probableadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːbəbəl/
likely but not certain to be or become true or real
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
repining
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From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
requisitenounUS /ˈrekwəzət/
anything indispensable
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
the land along the edge of a body of water
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
sojournersnounUS /ˈsoʊdʒərnərz/
plural of “sojourner” — a temporary resident
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It was necessary, however, to give it some consideration, and make arrangements in regard to his children.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
in the near future
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
not in physical motion
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
stubbornnessnounUS /ˈstʌbərnnəs/
the trait of being difficult to handle or overcome
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
a sudden outburst of anger
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
the process of using your mind to consider something carefully
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
treacherousadjectiveUS /ˈtretʃərəs/
dangerously unstable and unpredictable
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
trialsnounUS /ˈtraɪəlz/
plural of “trial” — the act of testing something
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
undertakeverbUS /ˈʌndərteɪk/
enter upon an activity or enterprise
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
vexingadjectiveUS /ˈveksɪŋ/
extremely annoying or displeasing
From this reading But they did not indulge in repining or lose the enjoyment of the present in vexing thoughts concerning the probable trials of the future.
VioletnounUS /ˈvaɪəlɪt/
any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The rest of the summer and early fall passed delightfully to our sojourners by the sea; though the happiness of the captain and Violet was somewhat marred by the knowledge that soon they must part for a season of greater or less duration, he to be exposed to all the dangers of the treacherous deep.
watchfuladjectiveUS /ˈwɑːtʃfəl/
engaged in or accustomed to close observation
From this reading Thinking of the guidance and control they all needed, the temper and stubbornness Lulu had shown, the watchful care requisite for Gracie in her feeble state, he hesitated to ask Mrs. Dinsmore and Elsie if they still felt inclined to undertake the charge of them.
in the company of; together with
From this reading "Home again, home again, from a foreign shore, And oh it fills my soul with Joy to see my friends once more."
