Chapter XXVIII

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

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

anew

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

in addition

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

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

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

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

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

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

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

-ing form of “brighten” — make more cheerful through the use of color

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

comparative of “broad” — having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

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From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading CONCLUSION.

the appearance conveyed by a person's face

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

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From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

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From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

time without end

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

a long fixed look

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

the quality of shining with a bright reflected light

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

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From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

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

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

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

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

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

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

the quality of being holy

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

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

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

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

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

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From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

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

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

plural of “joy” — the emotion of great happiness

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

possessing qualities befitting a man

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

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

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

not any; not one

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

on one occasion

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

above and across; more than

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

a person's partner in marriage

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

go across or through

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

a course of conduct

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

by chance

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

plural of “rest” — something left after other parts have been taken away

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

move upward

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

(plural) something that reminds you of someone or something

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

plural of “sorrow” — an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

plural of “streak” — an unbroken series of events

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

in a softened tone

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

the rays of the sun

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

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

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

in or at that place or location

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading We recognize at a glance the tall, manly form of Effingham, though there are now deeper lines on his features, and broader streaks of silver in his hair.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

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

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

a just detectable amount

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

plural of “trial” — the act of testing something

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

plural of “wear” — impairment resulting from long use

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

at any time that; every time that

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

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

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

which person or people

From this reading Perhaps we may also trace in his countenance an expression of thought more subdued and earnest,—the expression of one who has known much of the trials of life, but who has had the strength to rise above them,—an expression brightening into cheerfulness whenever his gaze is bent on the gentle partner who rests on his arm.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.

wither, as with a loss of moisture

From this reading The face of Clemence can never lose its charm, for it wears _the beauty of holiness_,—that beauty which time has no power to wither, and eternity itself can but perfect.

a late time of life

From this reading Once again we will pass over seven years—their lights and shades, their joys and their sorrows—and join on their path over the fresh green-sward, bright with dew-drops that glitter in the sunshine, a party on their way to an ivy-mantled church.