used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
adornedadjectiveUS /əˈdɔːrnd/
provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
united by being of the same opinion
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
ballroomsnounUS /ˈbɔːlruːmz/
plural of “ballroom” — large room used mainly for dancing
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
BradleynounUS /ˈbrædli/
United States politician who was elected the first black mayor of Los Angeles (1917-1998)
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
charmernounUS /ˈtʃɑːrmər/
someone with an assured and ingratiating manner
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
Clifford
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From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
cluenounUS /kluː/
a slight indication
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
committeenounUS /kəˈmɪti/
a special group delegated to consider some matter
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
dearly loved
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
decisivelyadverbUS /dɪˈsaɪsɪvli/
with firmness
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
desirableadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪrəbəl/
worth having or seeking or achieving
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
put on clothes
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
at any time
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
indicating exactness or preciseness
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
a man of refinement
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
an informal term for a youth or man
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
half-past
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
Hilton
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
Hilton's
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From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
of the present time and place
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
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 A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
limberadjectiveUS /ˈlɪmbər/
(used of e.g. personality traits) readily adaptable
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
Loveman
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
lunchedverbUS /lʌntʃt/
past form of “lunch” — take the midday meal
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
Mordona
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
MortonnounUS /ˈmɔːrtən/
United States jazz musician who moved from ragtime to New Orleans jazz (1885-1941)
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
a form of address for a man
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
the middle of the day
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
past form of “pick” — select carefully from a group
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
professionaladjectiveUS /prəˈfeʃənəl/
engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
pumpsnounUS /pʌmps/
plural of “pump” — a mechanical device that moves fluid or gas by pressure or suction
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
past form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
restaurantnounUS /ˈrestərɑːnt/
a building where people go to eat
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
restaurantsnounUS /ˈrestərɑːnts/
plural of “restaurant” — a building where people go to eat
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
Ritz-Carlton
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
cut with a saw
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
smartestadjectiveUS /ˈsmɑːrtəst/
superlative of “smart” — showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
put, fix, force, or implant
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
be agreeable or acceptable to
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
surveillancenounUS /sərˈveɪləns/
close observation of a person or group (usually by the police)
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
theaternounUS /ˈθiːətər/
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
in or at that place or location
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
trailedverbUS /treɪld/
past form of “trail” — to lag or linger behind
From this reading That night Clifford trailed Hilton from restaurant to theater, and then to three of the smartest hotel ballrooms, and then, toward three in the morning, saw him to his hotel.
twistingnounUS /ˈtwɪstɪŋ/
the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A GENTLEMAN OF PLEASURE There were at least four persons that Clifford knew it was desirable to keep under surveillance--Bradley, Peter Loveman, Mr. Morton, and Hilton; but the professional ladies’ man he regarded as the best clue to the immediate situation.
at the time that
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
in or at the place that
From this reading He picked Hilton up at noon the next morning; lunched (it was Hilton’s breakfast) at a table near him at the Ritz-Carlton; followed him to a few restaurants where afternoon dancing was under way; and at exactly half-past five he followed him into the Mordona.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading “When it comes to twisting women, that dear limber guy is a better committee on ways and means than any charmer that ever adorned himself in a smile, pumps, and a dress suit.”
an affirmative
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “Yes, you stick to Hilton,” Uncle George agreed decisively that evening at dinner.
