Chapter XII

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

the state of being absent

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

past form of “abstain” — refrain from voting

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

(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 Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

more than enough in size or scope or capacity

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace)

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

given or giving freely

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

having made preparations

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

a division of the United Kingdom

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

having an illustrious reputation; respected

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

a social unit living together

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

someone whose occupation is catching fish

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

a young female

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

an opening into or through something

From this reading THE PIXIES' HOLE.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

the act of beginning something new

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

the literary culture

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

remain present although waning or gradually dying

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

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From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

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 On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

of an obscure nature

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

easily agitated

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

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

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

possessive form of “papa” — an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

past form of “perish” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

small fatty fish usually canned

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading THE PIXIES' HOLE.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

a calm, lengthy, intent consideration

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

in a sedulous manner

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

the quality of being one of a kind

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

declared as fact; explicitly stated

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

produced or marked by conscious design or premeditation

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading THE PIXIES' HOLE.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

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

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

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

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

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

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

without doubt; certainly

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

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

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Sybil had much cause for thought, and was somewhat disposed to linger on the way.

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

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

at the time that

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

which person or people

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

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

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?

a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried

From this reading On the following evening Sybil had set forth on an errand of charity to one of the many poor who blessed the bounteous hand of her mother--the widow of a fisherman who had perished during the pilchard season in the past summer--and she meant to return, as she stated, by the sea-shore.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The ample means enjoyed by her parents on the one hand, with the general seclusion of their lives on the other, and their studied avoidance of society when in England, had now given the girl much reason for reflection.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Her papa's mysterious absence too, and her mamma's nervous anxiety about American letters, were not without singularity; and why had both so sedulously abstained from all introduction to the family of the Trecarrels, who were greatly esteemed in the neighbourhood, and who were undoubtedly people of the best style?