Chapter VI

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From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading This was the repeal of the Licensing Act.

any specific behavior

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

a person who backs a politician or a team etc.

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

matters of personal concern

From this reading POLITICAL AFFAIRS.--PUBLIC OCCUPATIONS.--RELATIONS WITH THE KING.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574)

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

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From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

having the power or quality of deciding

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

separated into parts or pieces

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

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 The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

past form of “enlist” — join the military

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

past form of “exercise” — put to use

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

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

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

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

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading POLITICAL AFFAIRS.--PUBLIC OCCUPATIONS.--RELATIONS WITH THE KING.

-ing form of “license” — authorize officially

From this reading This was the repeal of the Licensing Act.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

of or relating to or characteristic of literature

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

English empiricist philosopher who believed that all knowledge is derived from sensory experience (1632-1704)

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

plural of “lord” — terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

the force of workers available

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

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From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

English conspirator who claimed that there was a Jesuit plot to assassinate Charles II (1649-1705)

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

plural of “occupation” — the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading POLITICAL AFFAIRS.--PUBLIC OCCUPATIONS.--RELATIONS WITH THE KING.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

uniquely or characteristically

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading POLITICAL AFFAIRS.--PUBLIC OCCUPATIONS.--RELATIONS WITH THE KING.

social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading POLITICAL AFFAIRS.--PUBLIC OCCUPATIONS.--RELATIONS WITH THE KING.

mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups

From this reading POLITICAL AFFAIRS.--PUBLIC OCCUPATIONS.--RELATIONS WITH THE KING.

the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation

From this reading This was the repeal of the Licensing Act.

the state of being retired from one's business or occupation

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

have in common

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

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From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

the season of growth

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

not in physical motion

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

demanding strict attention to rules and procedures

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

plural of “sympathy” — an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

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

From this reading POLITICAL AFFAIRS.--PUBLIC OCCUPATIONS.--RELATIONS WITH THE KING.

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

From this reading This was the repeal of the Licensing Act.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

superlative of “warm” — having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

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

From this reading This was the repeal of the Licensing Act.

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

From this reading In the spring of 1695 he seems to have taken a primary share in determining a measure which for a time divided the Houses of Lords and Commons, and which must have enlisted his warmest sympathies.

a member of the political party that urged social reform in 18th and 19th century England; was the opposition party to the Tories

From this reading Notwithstanding his retirement to Oates, and his incessant literary activity, Locke never lost his interest in politics, and, as the friend and admirer of men like Monmouth, Somers, and Clarke, he must always have exercised a considerable influence on the policy of the Whig party.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading The English Press had never been wholly free, and the Act of Charles II., which was still in force, was peculiarly stringent.

in the company of; together with

From this reading POLITICAL AFFAIRS.--PUBLIC OCCUPATIONS.--RELATIONS WITH THE KING.