used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
affirmednounUS /əˈfɜːrmd/
thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1978
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
AnnanounUS /ˈænə/
a former copper coin of Pakistan and India
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
Ashburton
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From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
Ashley
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From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
BaltimorenounUS /ˈbɔːltəmɔːr/
the largest city in Maryland; a major seaport and industrial center
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
behalfnounUS /bɪˈhæf/
as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as “on behalf of” rather than “in behalf of”)
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
CalifornianounUS /ˌkæləˈfɔːrnjə/
a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
certificatenounUS /sərˈtɪfɪkət/
a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
childhood's
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From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
clientnounUS /ˈklaɪənt/
a person who seeks the advice of a lawyer
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
Courtneys
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From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
divisible by two
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
chemical process in which one atom or ion or group changes places with another
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
opinion or judgment
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
fac-similes
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
plural of “family” — a social unit living together
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
Farnsworth
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From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
Farnsworths
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From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
father'snounUS /ˈfɑːðərz/
possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
fosterverbUS /ˈfɑːstər/
promote the growth of
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
genuineadjectiveUS /ˈdʒenjəwən/
not fake or counterfeit
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
heirnounUS /er/
A person legally or magically entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death.
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
JoshuanounUS /ˈdʒɑːʃuːə/
(Old Testament) Moses' successor who led the Israelites into the Promised Land; best remembered for his destruction of Jericho
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
Lady'snounUS /ˈleɪdiz/
possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
Lattingers
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From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
legaladjectiveUS /ˈliːɡəl/
established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
the literary culture
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
ManornounUS /ˈmænər/
the mansion of a lord or wealthy person
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
Merrymans
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From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
messagesnounUS /ˈmesədʒəz/
plural of “message” — a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
a form of address for a man
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
and nothing more
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
protestedverbUS /prəˈtestɪd/
past form of “protest” — utter words of protest
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
be shown or be found to be
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
Reginald
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
reverentadjectiveUS /ˈrevərənt/
feeling or showing profound respect or veneration
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
Identical; not different.
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
only a very short time before
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
signaturesnounUS /ˈsɪɡnətʃərz/
plural of “signature” — your name written in your own handwriting
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
a male human offspring
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
summonedverbUS /ˈsʌmənd/
past form of “summon” — call in an official matter, such as to attend court
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading During that one beautiful summer Anna Ashburton remained in her childhood’s home and scarcely a day passed that she and Mrs. Ashley did not see each other or have an exchange of messages.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
unwillingadjectiveUS /ənˈwɪlɪŋ/
not disposed or inclined toward
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The lawyer produced a marriage certificate and letters, which even their unwilling eyes could see were genuine.
which person or people
From this reading But one morning a lawyer from Baltimore visited “My Lady’s Manor” on behalf of a client in California—Mr. Reginald Farnsworth—who could prove beyond doubt that he was the legal owner of the property, being the only son and heir of Joshua Farnsworth by a former marriage.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading In vain Anna protested that she had never heard of a former marriage; in vain the Courtneys, the Merrymans, the Lattingers and other families who had known the Farnsworths and whom Anna summoned to her assistance, affirmed the same.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The signatures—“Joshua Farnsworth,” were fac-similes of those in the foster father’s letters to her foster mother, kept by Anna with reverent care.
