Chapter XXVIII · Chapter 28

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading A BEATEN MAN'S THOUGHTS.

matters of personal concern

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

(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 Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

a Chadic language spoken in northern Nigeria

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

formed or made thin by hammering

From this reading A BEATEN MAN'S THOUGHTS.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

affording comfort or solace

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

any of numerous composite plants having flower heads with well-developed ray flowers usually arranged in a single whorl

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

greatly pleased

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

feelings of ardent love

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

something intended to communicate a particular impression

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

a sudden and violent collapse

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

set up or found

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

marked by a lack of interest

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

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From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

the activity of leading

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

held dear

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading A BEATEN MAN'S THOUGHTS.

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From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

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From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

having an owner; often used in combination

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

an expression of approval and commendation

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

the act of physically reaching or thrusting out

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

plural of “reaction” — (chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

past form of “remind” — put in the mind of someone

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

free from danger or the risk of harm

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

except for; apart from

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

not in physical motion

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

moving very fast

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading A BEATEN MAN'S THOUGHTS.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

Scottish chemist noted for his research into the structure of nucleic acids (born in 1907)

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.

the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading Daisy, on her part, was full of praise for the valour of Big Todd, and delighted to hear of the sort of fiasco that had waited on the military display at the station.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading On reaching his home, Medland had found that Norburn had arrived before him, and was engaged in the task of consoling Daisy for the untoward issue of the fight.

which person or people

From this reading Safe from the eyes of all save those who loved him, Medland did not maintain the indifferent air that he had displayed in public.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading In vain they reminded him of the swift reactions in political affairs, of the sturdy band that still owned his leadership, and of the devotion of all Kirton to him, or bade him think that he was himself almost a young man, and that this defeat was but a check and not an end to his career.