Chapter X

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

later than; following

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

with respect to arithmetic

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

an old form of “are”, used with “thou”

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

past form of “betray” — reveal unintentionally

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

blind consisting of a leather eyepatch sewn to the side of the halter that prevents a horse from seeing something on either side

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

of or relating to or supporting Catholicism

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

plural of “charge” — an impetuous rush toward someone or something

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

in an all-inclusive manner

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

past form of “condense” — undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

in a composed and unconcerned manner

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

past form of “debit” — enter as debit

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

past form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

plural of “expression” — the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

obtain

From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

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From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

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

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

make oneself subject to; bring upon oneself; become liable to

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

freedom from control or influence of another or others

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

incapable of being avoided or prevented

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

to or toward the inside of

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

press tightly together or cram

From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

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 He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

an atmosphere in which visibility is reduced because of a cloud of some substance

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

by chance

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

plural of “postulate” — (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized

From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

established beyond doubt

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

-ing form of “recall” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

freed from illness or injury

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

inspiring scornful pity

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

in a ruthless manner

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

a person who has died and has been declared a saint by canonization

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

a person who sins (without repenting)

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

as much as a spoon will hold

From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

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From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

a quantity of money

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

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

From this reading “If I intrigue, I sacrifice my independence, my free outlook, my peace of mind, my position in relation to my art--comprehensively, my principles.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

precisely as stated

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.

a vivid mental image

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

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

From this reading Mr Murk, recalling, on the morning after the storm, certain ultra-fervid expressions of remorse into which, during it, he had been betrayed, and realising, possibly, how of a saint and a sinner the latter had proved the blinder, turned the search-light of his recovered vision inwards, and examined his conscience like the most ruthlessly introspective Catholic.

a Caucasian

From this reading “_Enfin_--on the other hand, I gain a very stomachy little white powder in a spoonful of jam.

in the company of; together with

From this reading “Taking one from four, therefore, I find myself debited with three charges that it is ridiculous to incur.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading He worked out the sum of argument very coolly and carefully; and the result, condensed from many germinant postulates, showed itself arithmetically inevitable.