Chapter XVI

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

-ing form of “address” — speak to

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

later than; following

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

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

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

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

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading ‘As how?’ she asked, surprised.

create by putting components or members together

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

earlier than; in front of

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

inflected form of “bid” — propose a payment

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

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

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

an occurrence of something

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

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

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

-ing form of “depart” — move away from a place into another direction

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

a person who lacks good judgment

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

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

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading ‘As how?’ she asked, surprised.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

past form of “laugh” — produce laughter

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

the literary culture

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

plural of “maiden” — an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

by chance

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

in addition to what has just been said

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

a city of central European Russia; formerly capital of both the Soviet Union and Soviet Russia; since 1991 the capital of the Russian Federation

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

be obliged to pay or repay

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

have ownership or possession of

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

go across or through

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

blessed with privileges

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

with speed

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

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

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading ‘Do not forget it in any case,’ I laughed, ‘such as it is; moreover, maybe I shall be privileged to add to it before many days are past!’

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading ‘As how?’ she asked, surprised.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

an old word for “you”, as the object, speaking to one person

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

an old word for “your”, speaking to one person

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

a male monarch or emperor (especially of Russia prior to 1917)

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

the wife or widow of a czar

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

which person or people

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading ‘I owe thee much for this, Chelminsky,’ she said as we rode, ‘and if I should become Tsaritsa I will not forget thy service to me.’

in the company of; together with

From this reading In the morning I rode with her to Moscow, Peter having bidden her God-speed at departing, addressing her as ‘sister,’ to Praskovia’s delight, and bidding her--in case Ivan should be fool enough to pass her by--return among the maidens who in two years’ time would assemble for his own bride-choosing.

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

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

produce a literary work

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

the act of creating written works

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

a late time of life

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Praskovia Soltikof passed that night in the Tsaritsa’s house at Preobrajensky, for young Tsar Peter would write his promised letter to Ivan, and that could not be done quickly, since at this time--though in after years he became a notable letter-writer--the writing of letters was a slow and laborious matter for him.