used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
absencesnounUS /ˈæbsənsɪz/
plural of “absence” — the state of being absent
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
subject to appointment
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As far as the duties of a Superior went, everything was satisfactory.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
the two together, not just one
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
plural of “case” — an occurrence of something
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
charmsnounUS /tʃɑːrmz/
plural of “charm” — attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
Clare
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From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
Clare's
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From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
districtsnounUS /ˈdɪstrɪkts/
plural of “district” — a region marked off for administrative or other purposes
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading As far as the duties of a Superior went, everything was satisfactory.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
emissariesnounUS /ˈeməseriz/
plural of “emissary” — someone sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading As far as the duties of a Superior went, everything was satisfactory.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading As far as the duties of a Superior went, everything was satisfactory.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
Father'snounUS /ˈfɑːðərz/
possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
frequentverbUS /ˈfriːkwənt/
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
obtain
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
an established custom
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
intellectnounUS /ˈɪntəlekt/
knowledge and intellectual ability
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
intimacynounUS /ˈɪntəməsi/
close or warm friendship
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
JesuitsnounUS /ˈdʒeʒuːɪts/
plural of “jesuit” — a member of the Jesuit order
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
“Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
mappedverbUS /mæpt/
inflected form of “map” — make a map of; show or establish the features of details of
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
not any; not one
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
philosophicaladjectiveUS /ˌfɪləˈsɑːfɪkəl/
of or relating to philosophy or philosophers
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
prosperingadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːspərɪŋ/
very lively and profitable
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
satisfactoryadjectiveUS /ˌsætəˈsfæktri/
giving satisfaction
From this reading As far as the duties of a Superior went, everything was satisfactory.
a particular branch of scientific knowledge
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
scopenounUS /skoʊp/
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
St
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From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
of high or superior quality or performance
From this reading As far as the duties of a Superior went, everything was satisfactory.
systemsnounUS /ˈsɪstəmz/
plural of “system” — instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
theoriesnounUS /ˈθɪriz/
plural of “theory” — a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
From this reading It was the habit of the Jesuits, by the charms of their conversation and learning, by their philosophical theories, and in some cases by their original systems of science, to gain the confidence and intimacy of the highest both in station and intellect.
in or at that place or location
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
precisely as stated
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The country was mapped out in districts, and emissaries were appointed to each; but for the peculiar mission of Father St. Clare—that of personal influence—there was no scope.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading The Father’s mission in the west of England was not prospering, for the very simple reason that he was too good for the work.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading This manner of life went on for about a year, at the end of which time Father St. Clare’s absences became more frequent, and Johnny was left much alone.
