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From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
the state of being absent
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
agentnounUS /ˈeɪdʒənt/
an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
alimentnoun
a source of materials to nourish the body
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading He will know that I am in health and in hope.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
appetitenounUS /ˈæpətaɪt/
a feeling of craving something
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
beguileverbUS /bɪˈɡaɪl/
influence by slyness
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
blissnounUS /blɪs/
a state of extreme happiness
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
a youthful male person
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
calculationnounUS /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən/
the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
consoleverbUS /ˈkɑːnsoʊl/
give moral or emotional strength to
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
contrivedadjectiveUS /kənˈtraɪvd/
showing effects of planning or manipulation
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
Cowley
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From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
employmentnounUS /emˈplɔɪmənt/
the state of being employed or having a job
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
expedientadjectiveUS /ɪkˈspiːdiənt/
serving to promote your interest
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
Farefield
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From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
fondestadjectiveUS /ˈfɑːndəst/
superlative of “fond” — having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
Hardcastle
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From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Say not a word of my having been so ill.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease
From this reading He will know that I am in health and in hope.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading He will know that I am in health and in hope.
HoracenounUS /ˈhɔːrəs/
Roman lyric poet said to have influenced English poetry (65-8 BC)
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function
From this reading Say not a word of my having been so ill.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
JanuarynounUS /ˈdʒænjuːeri/
the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
laggingnounUS /ˈlæɡɪŋ/
insulation used to wrap around pipes or boilers or laid in attics to prevent loss of heat
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
absolutely essential
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
occurrencesnounUS /əˈkɜːrənsɪz/
plural of “occurrence” — an event that happens
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
puddingnounUS /ˈpʊdɪŋ/
any of various soft thick unsweetened baked dishes
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
precisely, exactly
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
express in words
From this reading Say not a word of my having been so ill.
an educational institution
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
scribblingverbUS /ˈskrɪbəlɪŋ/
-ing form of “scribble” — write down quickly without much attention to detail
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Say not a word of my having been so ill.
comparatives of “soon” or “early”
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
not in physical motion
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
sweetestadjectiveUS /ˈswiːtəst/
superlative of “sweet” — having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He will know that I am in health and in hope.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
the act of using
From this reading It seems to be the aliment necessary for my existence; and notwithstanding I could match an hungry school boy, in my appetite for my pudding, I could sooner console myself for the absence of my dinner, than of the use of my right hand, as the agent of my fondest, sweetest employment.
the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading Say not a word of my having been so ill.
set down in writing in any of various ways
From this reading I have written a volume to Horace; and he will know as much of the occurrences at Farefield, as will content him.
but in spite of that
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading _From Miss Cowley to Miss Hardcastle._ _January 29._ Although in the calculation of months and weeks, I have contrived to beguile the lagging hours which are still between me and my promised bliss, I have not yet been able to find an expedient for the day, without scribbling to you.
