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Kildares of Storm

Chapter XXXI

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Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.
Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.
The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.
Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.
It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.
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Kildares of Storm

Chapter XXXI

Chapter 31 of Kildares of Storm is here in full — 229 sentences across 46 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

Reading 1/45 · 5 reading units · Lines 1–5

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Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.
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Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.
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The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.
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Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.
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It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.

Learner Dictionary

These definitions explain words found in the current reading and keep every example grounded in its original sentence.

Oxford-style entry order: headword, part of speech, US IPA, concise definition, contextual example, and audio.

Ark noun US /ɑːrk/

(Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments

From this reading “The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.”

comforting adjective US /ˈkʌmfərtɪŋ/

providing freedom from worry

From this reading “Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.”

crystallizing noun US /ˈkrɪstəlaɪzɪŋ/

the formation of crystals

From this reading “Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.”

developing adjective US /dɪˈveləpɪŋ/

relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply

From this reading “Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.”

frosty adjective US /ˈfrɔːsti/

devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain

From this reading “The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.”

matched adjective US /mætʃt/

provided with a worthy adversary or competitor

From this reading “The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.”

neglecting verb US /nɪˈɡlektɪŋ/

-ing form of “neglect” — leave undone or leave out

From this reading “It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.”

overtures noun US /ˈoʊvərtʃʊrz/

plural of “overture” — orchestral music played at the beginning of an opera or oratorio

From this reading “Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.”

Word partnerships in these lines

English keeps certain words together, and knowing the pair is worth more than knowing each word alone. Every partnership below was counted across our whole published library, and earns its place by appearing far more often than two unrelated words of the same frequency would.

Shown as this reading writes them, with the form the library counts, what kind of pairing it is, and how often it occurs.

in front preposition + noun

at or in the front

In this reading “The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.”

galloping over verb + particle counted as “gallop over”

In this reading “The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.”

with impatience preposition + noun

In this reading “Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.”

rather slow adverb + adjective

In this reading “Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.”

half way adjective + noun

In this reading “Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.”

change in verb + particle

In this reading “Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.”

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adeterminerUS /ə/

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

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

acceptedadjectiveUS /ækˈseptɪd/

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

aloudadverbUS /əˈlaʊd/

using the voice; not silently

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

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

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

appearedverbUS /əˈpɪrd/

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

ArknounUS /ɑːrk/

(Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

arrivedverbUS /ərˈaɪvd/

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

asconjunctionUS /æz/

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

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

attentionnounUS /əˈtenʃən/

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

behalfnounUS /bɪˈhæf/

as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as “on behalf of” rather than “in behalf of”)

From this reading It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.

byprepositionUS /baɪ/

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

changeverbUS /tʃeɪndʒ/

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

comfortingadjectiveUS /ˈkʌmfərtɪŋ/

providing freedom from worry

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

constantlyadverbUS /ˈkɑːnstəntli/

without variation or change, in every case

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

countrynounUS /ˈkʌntri/

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

crystallizingnounUS /ˈkrɪstəlaɪzɪŋ/

the formation of crystals

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

daughternounUS /ˈdɔːtər/

a female human offspring

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

determinedadjectiveUS /dɪˈtɜːrmənd/

characterized by great determination

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

developingadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpɪŋ/

relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

devotedadjectiveUS /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

drivingadjectiveUS /ˈdraɪvɪŋ/

having the power of driving or impelling

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

eachdeterminerUS /iːtʃ/

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

effectnounUS /ɪˈfekt/

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

fieldsnounUS /fiːldz/

United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946)

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

fireverbUS /ˈfaɪər/

start firing a weapon

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

forprepositionUS /fɔːr/

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

frontnounUS /frʌnt/

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

frostyadjectiveUS /ˈfrɔːsti/

devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

gallopingverbUS /ˈɡæləpɪŋ/

-ing form of “gallop” — ride at a galloping pace

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

generositynounUS /ˌdʒenərˈɑːsəti/

the trait of being willing to give your money or time

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

girlnounUS /ɡɜːrl/

a young female

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/

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

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

halfadjectiveUS /hæf/

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

hallnounUS /hɔːl/

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

hepronounUS /hiː/

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

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

heartnounUS /hɑːrt/

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/

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

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/

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

From this reading It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.

howeveradverbUS /ˌhaʊˈevər/

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

impatiencenounUS /ˌɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

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

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

ItpronounUS /ɪt/

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.

Jacqueline

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From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

Jacqueline's

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From this reading It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.

Jemima's

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From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

Kate

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From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

keptadjectiveUS /kept/

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

Kildare's

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

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

lessadverbUS /les/

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

matchedadjectiveUS /mætʃt/

provided with a worthy adversary or competitor

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

metverbUS /met/

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

moreadjectiveUS /mɔːr/

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

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

MrsnounUS /ˈmɪsɪz/

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

muchadverbUS /mʌtʃ/

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

naturesnounUS /ˈneɪtʃərz/

plural of “nature” — the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

neglectingverbUS /nɪˈɡlektɪŋ/

-ing form of “neglect” — leave undone or leave out

From this reading It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.

newlyadverbUS /ˈnuːli/

very recently

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

nowadverbUS /naʊ/

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

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

occurredverbUS /əˈkɜːrd/

inflected form of “occur” — come to pass

From this reading It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

oppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/

the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

orconjunctionUS /ɔːr/

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

otheradjectiveUS /ˈʌðər/

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

outadjectiveUS /aʊt/

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/

above and across; more than

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

overturesnounUS /ˈoʊvərtʃʊrz/

plural of “overture” — orchestral music played at the beginning of an opera or oratorio

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

parishnounUS /ˈpærɪʃ/

a local church community

From this reading It occurred to her that Philip was rather neglecting his parish in Jacqueline's behalf.

PhilipnounUS /ˈfɪləp/

Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

possibleadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːsəbəl/

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

purposenounUS /ˈpɜːrpəs/

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

ratheradverbUS /ˈræðər/

on the contrary

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

readingnounUS /ˈriːdɪŋ/

the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

realizingverbUS /ˈriːəlaɪzɪŋ/

-ing form of “realize” — be fully aware or cognizant of

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

roaringnounUS /ˈrɔːrɪŋ/

a deep prolonged loud noise

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

shepronounUS /ʃiː/

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

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

situationnounUS /ˌsɪtʃuːˈeɪʃən/

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

slowadjectiveUS /sloʊ/

not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

StormverbUS /stɔːrm/

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

thanconjunctionUS /ðæn/

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

thedeterminerUS /ðə/

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

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

theirdeterminerUS /ðer/

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

thoughtnounUS /θɔːt/

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

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

timenounUS /taɪm/

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

toparticleUS /tuː/

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

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

togetheradverbUS /təˈɡeðər/

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

touchedadjectiveUS /tʌtʃt/

having come into contact

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

twonounUS /tuː/

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

unconsciouslyadverbUS /ˌʌnˈkɑːnʃəsli/

without awareness

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

understandingnounUS /ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/

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

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

watchedverbUS /wɑːtʃt/

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

waynounUS /weɪ/

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/

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

From this reading The two were constantly together now, galloping over the frosty fields, driving about the country in the newly arrived Ark (which understanding Philip had accepted with a generosity that matched Jemima's), or reading aloud to each other in front of the roaring fire in Storm hall.

whenconjunctionUS /wen/

at the time that

From this reading Kate, realizing however unconsciously that when she was about he had less attention for her daughter, kept out of their way as much as possible.

whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/

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

From this reading Philip, touched to the heart by the change in Jacqueline, devoted much time and thought to her comforting, overtures which the girl met more than half way.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading Jemima's opposition had the effect, usual with determined natures, of crystallizing Mrs. Kildare's purpose, and she watched with impatience a situation that appeared rather slow in developing.

Chapter 31 of Kildares of Storm by Eleanor Mercein Kelly holds 229 sentences, grouped into 46 reading sections of at most 5 sentences. The text is the source edition, unabridged, and the chapter records which sentences cover which part of the work so that nothing is dropped. Every word can be tapped for its pronunciation and dictionary entry.

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