Chapter 11 of Man and Superman: A Comedy and a Philosophy is here in full — 223 sentences across 45 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
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Chapter 11 of Man and Superman: A Comedy and a Philosophy is here in full — 223 sentences across 45 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
TANNER. I admit nothing of the sort. I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls. OCTAVIUS. Ann doesn't say that, Jack.
Chapter 11 of Man and Superman: A Comedy and a Philosophy is here in full — 223 sentences across 45 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
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-ing form of “abuse” — treat badly
From this reading “I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.”
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading “I admit nothing of the sort.”
third-person singular of “consist” — originate
From this reading “I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.”
an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit
From this reading “I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.”
an established custom
From this reading “I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.”
possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading “I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.”
a small coin of the United Kingdom worth six pennies; not minted since 1970
From this reading “TANNER.”
under normal conditions
From this reading “I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.”
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used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
-ing form of “abuse” — treat badly
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading I admit nothing of the sort.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
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From this reading Ann doesn't say that, Jack.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
third-person singular of “consist” — originate
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Ann doesn't say that, Jack.
an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
an established custom
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I admit nothing of the sort.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
a small worthless amount
From this reading Ann doesn't say that, Jack.
possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
plural of “lie” — a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading I admit nothing of the sort.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading OCTAVIUS.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I admit nothing of the sort.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
express in words
From this reading Ann doesn't say that, Jack.
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading I admit nothing of the sort.
a small coin of the United Kingdom worth six pennies; not minted since 1970
From this reading TANNER.
disclosing unintentionally something concealed
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading I admit nothing of the sort.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
under normal conditions
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading I admit that the formation of a young lady's mind and character usually consists in telling her lies; but I object to the particular lie that I am in the habit of abusing the confidence of girls.
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