used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
a feeling of delighted approval and liking
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading At the same time she allowed no one to console her, because she declared she needed no consolation.
Alora
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From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
Alora's
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From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
annoyancenounUS /əˈnɔɪəns/
the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination
From this reading But Irene had an excuse ready even for the artist.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At the same time she allowed no one to console her, because she declared she needed no consolation.
basedadjectiveUS /beɪst/
having a base
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
for the reason that
From this reading At the same time she allowed no one to console her, because she declared she needed no consolation.
third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But Irene had an excuse ready even for the artist.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
coldnessnounUS /ˈkoʊldnəs/
the sensation produced by low temperatures
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
condemnedverbUS /kənˈdemd/
past form of “condemn” — express strong disapproval of
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
consolationnounUS /ˌkɑːnsəˈleɪʃən/
the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment
From this reading At the same time she allowed no one to console her, because she declared she needed no consolation.
consoleverbUS /ˈkɑːnsoʊl/
give moral or emotional strength to
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
contemptibleadjectiveUS /kənˈtemptəbəl/
deserving of contempt or scorn
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
crippledadjectiveUS /ˈkrɪpəld/
disabled in the feet or legs
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
made known or openly avowed
From this reading At the same time she allowed no one to console her, because she declared she needed no consolation.
deemedverbUS /diːmd/
past form of “deem” — keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
defiancenounUS /dɪˈfaɪəns/
intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
greatly pleased
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
your usual mood
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
divisible by two
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
accept an excuse for
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
set up or found
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
the state of being friends (or friendly)
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
not fake or counterfeit
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
girl'snounUS /ɡɜːrlz/
possessive form of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
grievedverbUS /ɡriːvd/
past form of “grieve” — feel grief
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
of the present time and place
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
includingverbUS /ˌɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/
-ing form of “include” — have as a part, be made up out of
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
INTRICATEadjectiveUS /ˈɪntrəkət/
having many complexly arranged elements; elaborate
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
Irene
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From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
Louise
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From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
Macfarlane
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From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading At the same time she allowed no one to console her, because she declared she needed no consolation.
neglectverbUS /nəˈɡlekt/
leave undone or leave out
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
not any; not one
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
go across or through
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
protestnounUS /ˈproʊtest/
a formal and solemn declaration of objection
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
PUZZLEverbUS /ˈpʌzəl/
be a mystery or bewildering to
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading But Irene had an excuse ready even for the artist.
referencenounUS /ˈrefərəns/
a remark that calls attention to something or someone
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
Identical; not different.
From this reading At the same time she allowed no one to console her, because she declared she needed no consolation.
seemingadjectiveUS /ˈsiːmɪŋ/
appearing as such but not necessarily so
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
selfishnessnounUS /ˈselfɪʃnəs/
stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
shockedadjectiveUS /ʃɑːkt/
struck with fear, dread, or consternation
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
in the near future
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PUZZLE BECOMES INTRICATE Alora formed an immediate friendship for crippled Irene Macfarlane, first based on sympathy and afterward on genuine admiration.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading At the same time she allowed no one to console her, because she declared she needed no consolation.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
trialsnounUS /ˈtraɪəlz/
plural of “trial” — the act of testing something
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
tribulationsnounUS /ˌtrɪbjəˈleɪʃənz/
plural of “tribulation” — an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
vengefuladjectiveUS /ˈvendʒfəl/
disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
(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 Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
wheel-chair
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From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
wickernounUS /ˈwɪkər/
slender flexible branches or twigs (especially of willow or some canes); used for wickerwork
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
in the company of; together with
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading That one condemned to pass her entire life in a wicker wheel-chair should be so bright and cheerful, with no word of protest or even a reference to her own misfortune, was deemed wonderful by Alora, and she soon found that Irene had an excuse or explanation for every seeming annoyance her friends suffered and delighted to console them.
but in spite of that
From this reading Such a disposition invited confidence, and soon Irene knew more of Alora's past history, including her trials and tribulations, than even Mary Louise had yet learned, and was shocked and grieved at the girl's vengeful defiance of her father, due to his neglect and coldness as well as to his contemptible selfishness.
