used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
(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 Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
pleasantly occupied
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
eagerly desirous
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
attentiveadjectiveUS /əˈtentɪv/
(often followed by “to”) giving care or attention
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
actively or fully engaged or occupied
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
unvarying in nature
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
a special loved one
From this reading "MY DARLING, I LOVE YOU!"
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
every person
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
to an extreme degree
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
flutterverbUS /ˈflʌtər/
move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
FridaynounUS /ˈfraɪdi/
the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
unflinching in battle or action
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
Hazeldean
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "MY DARLING, I LOVE YOU!"
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading "MY DARLING, I LOVE YOU!"
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
past form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
make reference to
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
middle-agedadjectiveUS /ˈmɪdəleɪɡd/
being roughly between 45 and 65 years old
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
MondaynounUS /ˈmʌndi/
the second day of the week; the first working day
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
Montague
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "MY DARLING, I LOVE YOU!"
immediately following in time or order
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
PalmernounUS /ˈpɑːmər/
United States golfer (born in 1929)
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
preparationsnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
RaynounUS /reɪ/
a column of light (as from a beacon)
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
renewverbUS /rɪˈnuː/
reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis or make new or like new
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
requestingverbUS /rɪˈkwestɪŋ/
-ing form of “request” — express the need or desire for
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
a relationship between two lovers
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
use up a period of time in a specific way
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
statingverbUS /ˈsteɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “state” — express in words
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
telegraphedverbUS /ˈteləɡræft/
past form of “telegraph” — send cables, wires, or telegrams
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
ThursdaynounUS /ˈθɜːrzdeɪ/
the fifth day of the week; the fourth working day
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
the act of observing; taking a patient look
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Thursday, Friday, and Saturday were gay and busy days, for the ball was to be a grand affair, and everybody was anxious to do all possible honor to the occasion and made preparations accordingly.
at the time that
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
which person or people
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Later in the day he received a reply from the young man stating that he would do so, although he did not mention the hour when he should arrive.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "MY DARLING, I LOVE YOU!"
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Mr. Palmer, true to his promise to the fair young guests at Hazeldean, telegraphed to Ray the next morning requesting him to come up for the ball on Monday.
a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading Mrs. Montague, however, was not so busy but that she managed to spend a good deal of her time with Mr. Palmer, who seemed to renew his youth in her presence, and was so gallant and attentive that the young people, who were exceedingly interested in watching the progress of this middle-aged romance, were kept in a constant flutter of amused excitement.
