Chapter III

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

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

later than; following

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

an officer who acts as military assistant to a more senior officer

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

(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 In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

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

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

move towards

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

a transparent variety of beryl that is blue green in color

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

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

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

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From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

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From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

stick of wax with a wick in the middle

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

Englishman and Cavalier poet whose lyric poetry was favored by Charles I (1595-1639)

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

plural of “certificate” — a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

past form of “cheer” — give encouragement to

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

plural of “chestnut” — wood of any of various chestnut trees of the genus Castanea

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

-ing form of “chuckle” — laugh quietly or with restraint

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

past form of “clutch” — take hold of; grab

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

inflected form of “compel” — force somebody to do something

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

past form of “conduct” — direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

divisible by two

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

give expression to

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

the month following January and preceding March

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

plural of “find” — a productive insight

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

of especially an attitude

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

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

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

superlative of “hard” — with effort or force or vigor

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

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

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

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

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

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From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

the quality of being humane

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

be the source of pain

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

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

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

concerning or belonging to all or at least two or more nations

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

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

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

having a series of high-pitched ringing sounds like many small bells

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

in a wasteful manner

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

for the most time

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

plural of “medal” — an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

a fitting reward

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

plural of “merit” — any admirable quality or attribute

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

strong feelings of embarrassment

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

according to the clock

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

inflected form of “pen” — produce a literary work

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

an expression of approval and commendation

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

possessive form of “prince” — a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

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

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

third-person singular of “reappear” — appear again

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

cause to feel sure; give reassurance to

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

plural of “reign” — a period during which something or somebody is dominant or powerful

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

a place of inviolable privacy

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

the imperial authority symbolized by a scepter

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

in the second place

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

a person who is head of an administrative department of government

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

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

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

an instance of visual perception

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

in the near future

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

hurting

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

not in physical motion

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

undergo or be subjected to

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense

From this reading In the first place, she has been compelled, after all, to read General ----’s letter, and give her grudging meed of praise to its tact and humanity.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

filled with or marked by tears

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

plural of “tell” — a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

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

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

in the third place

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

a slight but appreciable amount

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

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

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Thirdly, she has been conducted into Mr. Prince’s sanctum, for the express purpose of cheering him up by light and general conversation, his hurt being much too deep and sore to suffer even the most distant approach to it.

plural of “trophy” — an award for success in war or hunting

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

plural of “turn” — a circular segment of a curve

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

at the time that

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.

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

From this reading She finds him sitting with his British-merchant bullet-head clutched in his hands, unable to be cheered even by the sight of the trophies, medals, and certificates--national and international--to the merits of his candle, which, to the sad mortification of his ladies, lavishly decorate the walls.

which person or people

From this reading Secondly--this has been the longest and hardest part of her task--she has had to reassure Mrs. Prince, who soon reappears, still tearful and jingling, as to the document having been undoubtedly penned by the hero himself, and not committed to a chuckling aide-de-camp or grinning secretary.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In February light still reigns, though with uncertain sceptre, up to six o’clock in the evening, and the fact that the cold, aquamarine tinge is dying out of the west when she turns her back upon the Chestnuts, tells Miss Carew how much beyond its first scope her call has been prolonged.