Chapter XI

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

struck with fear, dread, or consternation

From this reading Mrs. Lyte stood aghast.

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

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

liveliness and eagerness

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

in an alternating sequence or position

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

past form of “appeal” — take a court case to a higher court for review

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

an alert and refreshed state

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

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

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

not in action or at work

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

of the present time and place

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

the financial gain (earned or unearned) accruing over a given period of time

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

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

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

and nothing more

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

be successful; achieve a goal

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

come together

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

not any; not one

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

and nothing more

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

very light colored; highly diluted with white

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

issue commands or orders for

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

the quality of being ceaselessly moving or active

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)

From this reading "I do not see how I can manage it," said she, slowly.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

lacking brightness or color; dull

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

with speed

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

a quantity much larger than is needed

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

in or at that place or location

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

Having little thickness or extent.

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading "My income is just sufficient for our present mode of life; there is no surplus to meet the added expense of a health trip."

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

marked by dissimilarity

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

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

From this reading He was only too glad to prescribe immediate change of air and scene.

which person or people

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Under these circumstances, no wonder that Astra grew pale and thin, that alternately she worked as in a fever, or stood idle as in a dream, that her old, cheery alacrity gave place to sombre restlessness, and her glow of happy spirits to pale depression, that, in short, she speedily became so unlike herself as greatly to alarm Mrs. Lyte, who finally appealed to Doctor Remy.