Chapter XXV · Chapter 25

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

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

later than; following

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

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

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

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

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

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

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

object formed by a mold

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

the act of continuing an activity without interruption

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

(often used in combination) having a specified direction

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

the act of leaving secretly or without explanation

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

a widow holding property received from her deceased husband

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

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From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

a group of animals (a herd or flock) moving together

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894-1972)

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

usually; as a rule

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

the last king of Sweden to have any real political power (1882-1973)

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

blowing in puffs or short intermittent blasts

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

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

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

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

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

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

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

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

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

plural of “hotel” — a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

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

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

third-person singular of “indicate” — be a signal for or a symptom of

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

a message received and understood

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

past form of “inquire” — address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

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

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

an opinion formed by judging something

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

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 He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

not any; not one

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

United States writer (1925-1964)

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

inflected form of “refer” — make reference to

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

giving satisfaction

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

in the near future

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

-ing form of “sway” — move back and forth or sideways

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

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

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

in or at that place or location

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

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

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

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

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

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

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading They arrived in town early in the morning, and lost no time in casting about for information.

a just detectable amount

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

a track or mark left by something that has passed

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

the act of using

From this reading He soon “took up the trail,” to use an Indian phrase, and he and Gusty were not many hours in posting after the old lady.

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

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

at the time that

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

in or at the place that

From this reading One of the first places Edward inquired at was the inn where the postchaise generally drove to from the house where the old dowager had obtained her carriage in the country; but there no trace was to be had.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Edward O'Connor, on hearing from Gustavus of the old dowager's disappearance from Neck-or-Nothing Hall, joined in the eager inquiries which were made about her; and _his_ being directed with more method and judgment than those of others, their result was more satisfactory.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.

but in spite of that

From this reading Next, the principal hotels were referred to, but as yet without success; when, as they turned into one of the leading streets in continuance of their search, their attention was attracted by a crowd swaying to and fro in that peculiar manner which indicates there is a fight inside of it.