Chapter IV

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

anew

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

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

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

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

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

the season when the leaves fall from the trees

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

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From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

make calm or still

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

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

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

causing distress or worry or anxiety

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

earlier in time; previously

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

plural of “errand” — a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

divisible by two

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

at any time

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

morally objectionable behavior

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

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From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

decreasing in amount or degree

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

the four books in the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) that tell the story of Christ's life and teachings

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

advanced in complexity or elaboration

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

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

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

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

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

a slight suggestion or vague understanding

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

(Old Testament) an Israelite prophet who is remembered for his angry lamentations (jeremiads) about the wickedness of his people (circa 626-587 BC)

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

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 If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

large or big relative to something else

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

an economic state of growth with rising profits and full employment

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

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From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

plural of “row” — an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

(Old Testament) Hebrew prophet and judge who anointed Saul as king

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

showing signs of wear and tear

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

a particular situation

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

a feeling of fear of embarrassment

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

marked by absence of sound

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

one of the twelve Apostles (first century)

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

move an implement through

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

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

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

in or at that place or location

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading It seemed, as it always does in peaceful times, as though nothing could ever again stir the calm order of the passing days.

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

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

not clearly expressed or understood

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

a sudden or mysterious disappearance

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

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

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading THE GOSPEL OF FEAR The higher task and the larger adventure were nearer to Margeret Radpath than she had thought.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

which person or people

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.

the basic unit of money in South Korea

From this reading If there was any one who had an inkling of what disturbing matters were in store it was the silent, shabby Roger Bardwell who did Samuel Skerry’s errands, helped to mend Hopewell’s rows of broken shoes and who, in spite of his shyness and the evil reputation of his master, seemed to have won the good will of all who knew him.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

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

From this reading Neither she, nor her mother nor Master Simon as they went about their work through all those busy summer months had even a vague dream of what the first days of autumn would bring forth.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading Hopewell, falling ever into more placid ways with each year of quiet and prosperity, had begun to forget the excitements of its earlier history and to cease talking even of the strange vanishing of Jeremiah Macrae.