used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
archesnounUS /ˈɑːrtʃəz/
plural of “arch” — a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
actively or fully engaged or occupied
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
by-productnoun
a secondary and sometimes unexpected consequence
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
(usually followed by “of”) having capacity or ability
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
capacitynounUS /kəˈpæsəti/
capability to perform or produce
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
Children's
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From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
destinedadjectiveUS /ˈdestɪnd/
headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in “college-bound students”
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
detectivenounUS /dɪˈtektɪv/
a police officer who investigates crimes
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
the act of discovering something
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
Dr
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From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-)
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
exceptionnounUS /ɪkˈsepʃən/
a deliberate act of omission
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
having unexpected good fortune
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
Higgledy-Piggledyadjective
in utter disorder
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
having much knowledge or education
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
Irene
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From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
Josie
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From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
Josie's
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From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
launderingnounUS /ˈlɔːndərɪŋ/
washing clothes and bed linens
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
leisurenounUS /ˈleʒər/
time available for ease and relaxation
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
Louise
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From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
Macfarlane
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From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
managingverbUS /ˈmænədʒɪŋ/
-ing form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
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 BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
being nothing more than specified
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
near-partners
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From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
O'Gorman
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From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
partnersnounUS /ˈpɑːrtnərz/
plural of “partner” — a person's partner in marriage
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
perforceadverbUS /pərˈfɔːrs/
by necessity; by force of circumstance
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
Polly
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From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
the body of people in a learned occupation
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
do one's shopping
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
telephonenounUS /ˈteləfoʊn/
electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
trainedadjectiveUS /treɪnd/
shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
precisely as stated
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
WestonnounUS /ˈwestən/
United States photographer(1886-1958)
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
at any time that; every time that
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
whereaboutsnounUS /ˈwerəbaʊts/
the general location where something is
From this reading On the day following the discovery of the whereabouts of the young woman and the children, Josie was called to the telephone by Dr. Weston.
willingnessnounUS /ˈwɪlɪŋnəs/
cheerful compliance
From this reading Mary Louise had informed the old man of Josie's real profession, the Higgledy-Piggledy Shop being a mere by-product of the business of being a trained detective, and of her willingness to serve the Children's Home in the latter capacity whenever they needed her.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
WrightnounUS /raɪt/
United States writer of detective novels (1888-1939)
From this reading Elizabeth Wright, with the assistance of Irene Macfarlane, was capable of managing the shop alone, with the exception of the fine laundering, and that perforce must wait for Josie's leisure.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading BREAKFAST FOR TWO The Higgledy-Piggledy Shop was fortunate in having so many partners or near-partners, for Josie O'Gorman was destined to be very busy for many days in looking into the mystery of Peter and Polly and the handsome young woman of the arches.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Miss O'Gorman, if you are not too busy I am in great need of your services," Dr. Weston said.
