Chapter X

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

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

past form of “accord” — go together

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

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

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

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

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

causing inconvenience

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

bring into balance or equilibrium

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

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

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

a mutual promise to marry

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

presently existing

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

opinion or judgment

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

plural of “fact” — a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

British writer famous for writing spy novels about secret agent James Bond (1908-1964)

From this reading Martin said this in reply to a remark of Miss Fleming--that he was "a splendid story-teller."

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

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

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

with gusto and without reservation

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

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

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

past form of “hesitate” — pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

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

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

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

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

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

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

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

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

become part of; become a member of a group or organization

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

the quality of being just or fair

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

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From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

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From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

French bishop who is a patron saint of France (died in 397)

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

possessive form of “martin” — French bishop who is a patron saint of France (died in 397)

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading Martin said this in reply to a remark of Miss Fleming--that he was "a splendid story-teller."

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

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

a form of address for a man

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

a judge of a probate court

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

a human being

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

an expression of approval and commendation

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading Martin said this in reply to a remark of Miss Fleming--that he was "a splendid story-teller."

a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

From this reading Martin said this in reply to a remark of Miss Fleming--that he was "a splendid story-teller."

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Martin said this in reply to a remark of Miss Fleming--that he was "a splendid story-teller."

express in words

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

only a very short time before

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading Martin said this in reply to a remark of Miss Fleming--that he was "a splendid story-teller."

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From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

not in physical motion

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

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

From this reading Martin said this in reply to a remark of Miss Fleming--that he was "a splendid story-teller."

-ing form of “string” — thread on or as if on a string

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

-ing form of “suppose” — express a supposition

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

express in words

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

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

From this reading At first he felt inclined to tell Martin the balance of the story of the betrothal, but hesitated on Kate's account--supposing, of course, that Hall was a person of more than ordinary interest in her eyes.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

for that reason; as a result

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

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

From this reading Martin said this in reply to a remark of Miss Fleming--that he was "a splendid story-teller."

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

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

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

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading The supposition was a natural one in view of the relations existing between Kate and Hall, as we must still call him, and he was therefore surprised to hear her join heartily in the general commendation of Martin's tale.

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

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading To say Mr. Stafford was surprised by Martin's story would scarcely be doing justice to his feelings.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "I am glad the story pleased you, but really it is the facts themselves and not my awkward stringing of them together to which the praise should be accorded."