used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
ASSASSINnounUS /əˈsæsən/
a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed
From this reading THE TRAIL OF THE ASSASSIN.
marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
Barnard
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From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
bedsidenounUS /ˈbedsaɪd/
space by the side of a bed (especially the bed of a sick or dying person)
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
Bethel's
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From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
rid of obstructions
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
a state at a particular time
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
convertedverbUS /kənˈvɜːrtɪd/
past form of “convert” — change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
convincingadjectiveUS /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/
causing one to believe the truth of something
From this reading I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
the first light of day
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
easy-chair
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
well known or easily recognized
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
of the present time and place
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
Jim
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
immediately past
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
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 I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
not any; not one
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE TRAIL OF THE ASSASSIN.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit
From this reading I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
a person who requires medical care
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
premisesnounUS /ˈpreməsəz/
land and the buildings on it
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
reluctantlyadverbUS /rɪˈlʌktəntli/
with reluctance
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
tending to return to an earlier state
From this reading I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
with safety; in a safe manner
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading I was not long in convincing myself that there was little to be discovered outside, and returning to the house seated myself in Bethel's easy-chair.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
with low volume
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
in some unspecified way or manner; or by some unspecified means
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
surveynounUS /sərˈveɪ/
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
carry out
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE TRAIL OF THE ASSASSIN.
in or at that place or location
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
a track or mark left by something that has passed
From this reading THE TRAIL OF THE ASSASSIN.
trustedadjectiveUS /ˈtrʌstɪd/
(of persons) worthy of trust or confidence
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
the act of using
From this reading "Long," I called softly,--somehow since last night I could not bring myself to use the familiar "Jim," as of old.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading During the night there was little change in Bethel's condition, and in the gray of dawn Miss Barnard went reluctantly home, having been assured by the doctor that the patient was in no immediate danger, and, by Jim and myself, converted to the belief that he might be safely trusted for a short time to our care.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A little later, with the first clear light of the dawn, I left Jim on guard at the bedside, and went to take a survey of the premises.
