Chapter VI · Chapter 6

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

plural of “achievement” — the action of accomplishing something

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

plural of “activity” — any specific behavior

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

matters of personal concern

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

later than; following

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

plural of “bean” — any of various edible seeds of plants of the family Leguminosae used for food

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

for the reason that

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

an onerous or difficult concern

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

assets available for use in the production of further assets

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

plural of “company” — an institution created to conduct business

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

without variation or change, in every case

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

the completion of marriage by sexual intercourse

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

plural of “daughter” — a female human offspring

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

turn up, loosen, or remove earth

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

not to your liking

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

separation into component parts

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

having escaped, especially from confinement

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

divisible by two

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

past form of “exercise” — put to use

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading The very existence of the First National Bank was offensive to the sisters of Amzi Montgomery.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

United States architect who formed and important architectural firm with John Merven Carrere (1860-1929)

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

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

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

possessive form of “jack” — a small worthless amount

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

splendid or imposing in size or appearance

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

joined in matrimony

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

Canadian novelist (1874-1942)

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

violating or tending to violate or offend against

From this reading The very existence of the First National Bank was offensive to the sisters of Amzi Montgomery.

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

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

-ing form of “organize” — create (as an entity)

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

inflected form of “outgrow” — grow too large or too mature for

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

above and across; more than

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

not worth considering

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

the members of a business venture created by contract

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

by chance

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

plural of “prayer” — the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving)

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

past form of “prosper” — make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

raise the level or amount of something

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

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

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

possessive form of “samuel” — (Old Testament) Hebrew prophet and judge who anointed Saul as king

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

any of various prickly climbing plants of the tropical American genus Smilax having aromatic roots and heart-shaped leaves

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

plural of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading The very existence of the First National Bank was offensive to the sisters of Amzi Montgomery.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

in or at that place or location

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

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

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

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

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

having come into contact

From this reading Even Samuel's paltry achievements were touched with a certain magnificence in the eyes of these ladies; Samuel had escaped from Montgomery and this was a consummation that had long been the burden of their prayers.

without question

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

any of numerous climbing plants of the genus Vanilla having fleshy leaves and clusters of large waxy highly fragrant white or green or topaz flowers

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

characterized by variety

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

precisely as stated

From this reading The very existence of the First National Bank was offensive to the sisters of Amzi Montgomery.

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

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

someone who drives or rides in a boat

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

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

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

in or at the place that

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

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

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

which person or people

From this reading And there was Samuel, who had varied his political activities by organizing companies to raise vanilla beans or sarsaparilla, or to dig silver in Mexico--a man of affairs, unquestionably, who had outgrown Montgomery and moved to the state capital where he died.

morally bad in principle or practice

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

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

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE SMOKING-OUT OF AMZI Although a Holton had brought scandal upon the house of Montgomery by eloping with one of its duly married daughters, or perhaps because of that disagreeable circumstance, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Fosdick, and Mrs. Waterman were constantly exercised over the affairs of the Holtons.

someone who sees an event and reports what happened

From this reading The Holtons prospered, as witness the fashion in which William (the wicked Jack's brother) had built up the First National Bank after the dissolution of the old Montgomery & Holton partnership.