Chapter XIII · Catherine's Opinion

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

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

matters of personal concern

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

(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 When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

having unlimited power

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

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

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

Having no one else present.

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

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

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

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

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

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

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

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

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

financial assistance in time of need

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

(usually followed by “of”) having capacity or ability

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

first wife of Henry VIII; Henry VIII's divorce from her was the initial step of the Reformation in England (1485-1536)

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

plural of “client” — a person who seeks the advice of a lawyer

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

a disorderly outburst or tumult

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

plural of “confidence” — freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

contribute to the progress or growth of

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

having escaped, especially from confinement

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

opinion or judgment

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

plural of “feel” — an intuitive awareness

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

light informal conversation for social occasions

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

an outlying farm

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

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

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

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From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

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

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

an indirect suggestion

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

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

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

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

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

a single distinct event

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

lying or leaning on something else

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

plural of “intention” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

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

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

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

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

a feeling of pleasure and enjoyment

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

plural of “motive” — the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

the condition of being essential or indispensable

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

not any; not one

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

a brief written record

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

and nothing more

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

an odd or unusual characteristic

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

the performance of a part or role in a drama

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

a human being

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

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

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

The protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power. (Sự quan phòng, thiên ý phù hộ.)

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

have in common; held or experienced in common

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

plural of “sovereign” — a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

a particular environment or walk of life

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

required or under orders

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

closely encircling

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

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

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

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

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

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

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

not usual or common or ordinary

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

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From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

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From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

precisely as stated

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

capable of being seen; or open to easy view

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

plural of “visit” — the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

desired or wished for or sought

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

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

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

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

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

at the time that

From this reading When an individual feels capable of performing the part of a visible Providence, it becomes incumbent upon that person, so far as possible, to know everything, to shut his eyes to no detail, to note every little incident, and to encourage not only the confidences of his possible clients and _protégés_, but the observations of all surrounding them, and every hint as to their motives, their intentions and purposes, that can be got at.

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

From this reading It is not to be supposed that Harry's visits, which made so much commotion at the Vernonry, could have entirely escaped the keen observation of the Grange.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Catherine Vernon shared, with most sovereigns and the ruling class in general, the peculiarity, not indeed a very unusual one, of liking to know everything that went on within her sphere.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading She had for so long been all-powerful, and sure that the means were in her hand to help those that wanted help, and to regulate affairs in general for the benefit of the world, that it had become a necessity, almost a duty on her part, to keep herself informed of everything that went on.

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

From this reading It was not as gossip, nor, she would have said with some reason, from curiosity alone.