Chapter XI

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

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

(sentence connectors) because of the reason given

From this reading Caroline well understood this letter, and acted accordingly.

past form of “act” — perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading Caroline well understood this letter, and acted accordingly.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

feeling or showing anger

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

react verbally

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

take a court case to a higher court for review

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it)

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

according with custom or propriety

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

plural of “care” — the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

of or relating to the life and times of kings Charles I or Charles II of England

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

dearly loved

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

determining or having the power to determine an outcome

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

characterized by great determination

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

psychological suffering

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

a social unit living together

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

formed or conceived by the imagination

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

plural of “favor” — an act of gracious kindness

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

be agreeable or acceptable to

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

the act of giving

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

low or inferior in station or quality

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

incomplete skeleton of female found in eastern Ethiopia in 1974

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

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From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

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From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

engage in

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

social deportment

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

the mansion of a lord or wealthy person

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

an adulterous woman; a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a man

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

a daughter of your brother or sister

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

the trait of being difficult to handle or overcome

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

have ownership or possession of

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

by chance

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

on the contrary

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

past form of “regard” — deem to be

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

concerned chiefly or only with yourself and your advantage to the exclusion of others

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

in or at or to some place

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

refrain from harming

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

not in physical motion

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

an unbroken period of time during which you do something

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

carry out

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

the one or ones belonging to them

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

the process of using your mind to consider something carefully

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

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

From this reading Caroline well understood this letter, and acted accordingly.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

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

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

lacking in interest or care or feeling

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation

From this reading Caroline well understood this letter, and acted accordingly.

not suitable for a woman

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

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From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

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

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

resistant to guidance or discipline

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

used to ask for information about something

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

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

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

having won

From this reading She had heard from Lucy, of Mabel's beauty and winning manners; and such beauty, in distress, she fancied more dangerous still.

in the company of; together with

From this reading I grew up selfish, full of hopes and cares, For my own welfare, unconcerned for theirs-- With many different feelings, Mrs. Villars' return, with her niece, was expected in Bath, by her family--jealousy is, indeed, "strong as death," and uncertain and wayward in its effects--Caroline had, with unfeminine obstinacy, determined on becoming mistress of Aston Manor and its owner; and every object that came in her way, was regarded with dislike.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."

produce a literary work

From this reading What her mother could be thinking of to bring her to Bath she could not imagine! but it was in vain for her to write an angry appeal: the answer was decisive.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Mabel must come," the letter said, "and," added Mrs. Villars, "my Cary must make preparation for her proper accommodation; but should you object to our giving up the spare room to her, which certainly would be a sacrifice, you must fit her up a room somewhere, as well as you can--she must not be particular; still, as she is dependent on us, I should not like to stint my favors exactly, though, perhaps, she ought to take rather a more humble footing than my own dear girls."