Chapter VIII

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

a farewell remark

From this reading "ADIOS, BELOVED!"

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

dearly loved

From this reading "ADIOS, BELOVED!"

the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

a small house with a single story

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

an important or influential (and often overbearing) person

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

-ing form of “discover” — discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

a Spanish gentleman or nobleman

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

cause to move by pulling

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

marked by extreme and violent energy

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

A hot glowing body of ignited gas produced by fire.

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

set up or found

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

be mad, angry, or furious

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

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

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

inflected form of “lie” — be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

immediately past

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

past form of “leap” — move forward by leaps and bounds

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

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

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

on one occasion

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

a contestant that you are matched against

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

edible viscera of a butchered animal

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

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From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

port city in northwest Portugal; noted for port wine

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

with speed

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

freed from illness or injury

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

deteriorate in health

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

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From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

done under pressure

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

not often

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

move hurridly

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

catch sight of

From this reading "The spy, yes, the Yankee spy.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

an impression that something might be the case

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

relating to or designed for or using the singing voice

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

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

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

in or at the place that

From this reading The old Porto Rican dignitary quickly recovered his speech--indeed, it was seldom he could be found in a position where his vocal organs suffered a relapse, since it was almost as natural for Don Porfidio to fume and roar as it was to draw breath.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Suspicion, which had lain dormant in his breast during the last few minutes, on account of his surprise at discovering the identity of his opponent in the sword duel, now once more leaped into a fierce flame.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He remembered why he had rushed to his bungalow quarters with such hot speed.

an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War)

From this reading "The spy, yes, the Yankee spy.

an affirmative

From this reading "The spy, yes, the Yankee spy.