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From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
1771
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From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
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From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
3
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From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
matters of personal concern
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
AFTERprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
(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 Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
any thing at all
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
for the reason that
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
bestowalnoun
the act of conferring an honor or presenting a gift
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
Bibliothek
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From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
delaysnounUS /dɪˈleɪz/
plural of “delay” — time during which some action is awaited
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
der
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From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
devoteverbUS /dɪˈvoʊt/
give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
emotionaladjectiveUS /ɪˈmoʊʃənəl/
determined or actuated by emotion rather than reason
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
especialadjectiveUS /əˈspeʃəl/
surpassing what is common or usual or expected
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
divisible by two
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
experiencesnounUS /ɪkˈspɪriənsɪz/
plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
favoritenounUS /ˈfeɪvərɪt/
something regarded with special favor or liking
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
Füger's
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From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
Gelehrten
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From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
GERMANYnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrməni/
a republic in central Europe; split into East Germany and West Germany after World War II and reunited in 1990
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
humornounUS /ˈhjuːmər/
a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
illustrationsnounUS /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃənz/
plural of “illustration” — artwork that helps make something clear or attractive
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
of the present time and place
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
impliedverbUS /ˌɪmˈplaɪd/
inflected form of “imply” — express or state indirectly
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
impulsesnounUS /ˈɪmpəlsɪz/
plural of “impulse” — an instinctive motive
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
Jenaische
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From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
journalsnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrnəlz/
plural of “journal” — a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
JourneysnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrniz/
plural of “journey” — the act of traveling from one place to another
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
lavishadjectiveUS /ˈlævɪʃ/
very generous
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
of or relating to or characteristic of literature
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
markedlyadverbUS /ˈmɑːrkədli/
in a clearly noticeable manner
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
past form of “mention” — make reference to
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
Neue
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From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
on one occasion
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
and nothing more
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
periodicalsnounUS /ˌpɪriˈɑːdɪkəlz/
plural of “periodical” — a publication that appears at fixed intervals
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
an expression of approval and commendation
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
just preceding something else in time or order
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
PUBLICATIONnounUS /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/
a copy of a printed work offered for distribution
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
purposelyadverbUS /ˈpɜːrpəsli/
with intention; in an intentional manner
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
reviewnounUS /ˌriːˈvjuː/
a new appraisal or evaluation
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
reviewsnounUS /riˈvjuːz/
plural of “review” — a new appraisal or evaluation
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
Sachen
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From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
schönen
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From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
SENTIMENTALadjectiveUS /ˌsentəˈmentəl/
given to or marked by sentiment or sentimentality
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
STERNEnounUS /stɜːrn/
English writer (born in Ireland) (1713-1766)
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
in a strange manner
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
translationnounUS /trænzˈleɪʃən/
a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
translationsnounUS /trænzˈleɪʃənz/
plural of “translation” — a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
viedverbUS /vaɪd/
past form of “vie” — compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others
From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
vitaladjectiveUS /ˈvaɪtəl/
urgently needed; absolutely necessary
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
von
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From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Because of the immediate translations, the reviews of the English original are markedly few, even in journals which gave considerable attention to English literary affairs.
Wissenschaften
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From this reading The _Neue Bibliothek der schönen Wissenschaften_[1] purposely delays a full review of the book because of the promised translation, and contents itself with the remark, “that we have not read for a long time anything more full of sentiment and humor.”
in the company of; together with
From this reading STERNE IN GERMANY AFTER THE PUBLICATION OF THE SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY The publication of the Sentimental Journey, as implied in the previous chapter, brought Sterne into vital connection with literary impulses and emotional experiences in Germany, and his position as a leader was at once recognized.
worthilyadverb
in a worthy manner; with worthiness
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
but in spite of that
From this reading Yet, strangely enough, the translation is never worthily treated, only the new edition of 1771 is mentioned,[2] with especial praise of Füger’s illustrations.
Zeitungen
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From this reading Other journals devote long reviews to the new favorite: according to the _Jenaische Zeitungen von Gelehrten Sachen_[3] all the learned periodicals vied with one another in lavish bestowal of praise upon these Journeys.
