used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
abstractverbUS /æbˈstrækt/
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
(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 His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading LIGHT AT EVENTIDE.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
have
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
calculatedadjectiveUS /ˈkælkjəleɪtɪd/
carefully thought out in advance
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
exercising caution or showing care or attention
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
CarmichaelnounUS /ˈkɑːrmaɪkəl/
United States songwriter (1899-1981)
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
clericaladjectiveUS /ˈklerəkəl/
of or relating to clerks
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
carefully weighed
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
cordialitynoun
a cordial disposition
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
eccentricitynounUS /ˌeksənˈtrɪsəti/
strange and unconventional behavior
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
escortnounUS /eˈskɔːrt/
someone who escorts and protects a prominent person
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
divisible by two
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
EVENTIDEnoun
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading LIGHT AT EVENTIDE.
at any time
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
generositynounUS /ˌdʒenərˈɑːsəti/
the trait of being willing to give your money or time
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
destroyed or killed
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
how
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From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
be the source of pain
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
latestadjectiveUS /ˈleɪtəst/
up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading LIGHT AT EVENTIDE.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
magnanimousadjectiveUS /mæɡˈnænəməs/
noble and generous in spirit
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
come together
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
meltverbUS /melt/
reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
the force of workers available
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
offendedadjectiveUS /əˈfendəd/
emotionally hurt or upset or annoyed
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
Presbyterynoun
building reserved for the officiating clergy
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
RabbinounUS /ˈræbaɪ/
spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation; qualified to expound and apply Jewish law
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
repulseverbUS /riˈpʌls/
force or drive back
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading It was evident that the old man's love was as deep as ever, but that he was much hurt, and would not risk another repulse.
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
self-sufficientadjectiveUS /ˌselfsəˈfɪʃənt/
able to provide for your own needs without help from others
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
cause to go somewhere
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
upsetverbUS /əpˈset/
disturb the balance or stability of
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His intention had been to meet the Rabbi with public cordiality and escort him to a seat, so that all men should see that he was too magnanimous to be offended by this latest eccentricity of their friend.
at the time that
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading This calculated plan was upset by the Rabbi coming in late and taking the first seat that offered, and when he would have gone afterwards to thank him for his generosity the Rabbi had disappeared.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading The Rabbi had been careful to send an abstract of his speech to Carmichael, with a letter enough to melt the heart even of a self-sufficient young clerical; and Carmichael had considered how he should bear himself at the Presbytery.
