Chapter XXVI · Chapter 26

the doctrine that calls for the abolition of slavery

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

with adroitness; in an adroit manner

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

(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 CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

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

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

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

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

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From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

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

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

plural of “consequence” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

of benefit to or intended to benefit your physical makeup

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

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

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

destroying the moral basis for a doctrine or policy

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

the state of being decayed or destroyed

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

subject to popular election

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

a vote to select the winner of a position or political office

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

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From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

produced by or subjected to forcing

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

inflected form of “foresee” — realize beforehand

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

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

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

a stone that forms a hearth

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

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

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

close in time; about to occur

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

deeply or markedly affected or influenced

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

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

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

something that serves to indicate or suggest

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

incapable of being avoided or prevented

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

plural of “interest” — a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

immediately past

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

16th President of the United States; saved the Union during the American Civil War and emancipated the slaves; was assassinated by Booth (1809-1865)

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

causing or able to cause nausea

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

calm by deception

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

the common people generally

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

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From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

information about recent and important events

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

not any; not one

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

in or characteristic of a region of the United States north of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

on one occasion

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

above and across; more than

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

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From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

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

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

plural of “robe” — any loose flowing garment

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

the state of lacking unity

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

feeling no shame

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

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

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

in the near future

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

comparative of “sure” — having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

sweep across or over

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

a sudden outburst of anger

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading No surer indication of the purpose of the Southern people could have been furnished, than the temper in which the news was received.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

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

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

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

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

dangerously unstable and unpredictable

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

in a triumphant manner

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

urgently needed; absolutely necessary

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

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

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

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

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.

during the time that

From this reading Abolitionism, so long adroitly cloaked, was triumphantly clad in robes of state--shameless now, and hideous, and while the North looked upon the loathsome face of its political Mokanna, the South prepared for resistance.

a movable organ for flying (one of a pair)

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

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

From this reading Aubrey was deeply impressed with the vital consequences of the impending election; and as the conviction forced itself upon his mind that, through the demoralization of the Northern wing of Democracy, Lincoln would be elected, he endeavoured to prepare the masses for that final separation which he foresaw was inevitable.

possessive form of “year” — a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading CIVIL WAR The treacherous four year's lull was broken at last by the mutter of the storm which was so soon to sweep over the nation, prostrating all interests, and bearing desolation to almost every hearthstone in our once happy, smiling land of constitutional freedom.