used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
anew
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
(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 The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading Herbert only exchanged one kind of happiness for another.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
attainmentnounUS /əˈteɪnmənt/
the act of achieving an aim
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
CONSEQUENCESnounUS /ˈkɑːnsəkwensəz/
plural of “consequence” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894-1972)
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
EFFECTSnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
elasticadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæstɪk/
capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
exchangedadjectiveUS /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒd/
changed for (replaced by) something different
From this reading Herbert only exchanged one kind of happiness for another.
excitingadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/
creating or arousing excitement
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
favoritenounUS /ˈfeɪvərɪt/
something regarded with special favor or liking
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
set up or found
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading Herbert only exchanged one kind of happiness for another.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
HerbertnounUS /ˈhɜːrbərt/
United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)
From this reading Herbert only exchanged one kind of happiness for another.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
HowardnounUS /ˈhaʊərd/
English actor of stage and screen (1893-1943)
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
ILL-TEMPER
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From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading Herbert only exchanged one kind of happiness for another.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
MIDSHIPMANnounUS /ˈmɪdˈʃɪpmən/
a temporary rank held by young naval officers in training
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Herbert only exchanged one kind of happiness for another.
and nothing more
From this reading Herbert only exchanged one kind of happiness for another.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
ORIGINnounUS /ˈɔːrədʒən/
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
Percy'snounUS /ˈpɜːrsiz/
possessive form of “percy” — United States writer whose novels explored human alienation (1916-1990)
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
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pleasuresnounUS /ˈpleʒərz/
plural of “pleasure” — a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
accomplished rapidly and without delay
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
recreationnounUS /ˌrekriˈeɪʃən/
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
restraintnounUS /rɪˈstreɪnt/
the act of controlling by restraining someone or something
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
routinenounUS /ruːˈtiːn/
an unvarying or habitual method or procedure
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
schoolfellows
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From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
plural of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
studiesnounUS /ˈstʌdiz/
plural of “study” — a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
a special situation
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Not so much to the boys, as to their sisters; Percy's elastic spirits found pleasure in every thing, being somewhat too old to care for his studies, or feel them now as a restraint.
the act of testing something
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
at the time that
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
plural of “wish” — a specific feeling of desire
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Edward looked to every month that passed, as bringing nearer the attainment of his wishes; and he was so fond of Mr. Howard, and so quick at learning, and such a favorite with all his schoolfellows, that he did not care at all when the time of work came again.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading The return to the quiet routine of work, and less exciting recreation after the Christmas pleasures, was of course a trial to all our young friends.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading EFFECTS OF PLEASURE.--THE YOUNG MIDSHIPMAN.--ILL-TEMPER, ITS ORIGIN AND CONSEQUENCES.
