used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
quickly and without warning
From this reading The door opened a little more abruptly than usual, a man pushed his way in.
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
apprehensionsnounUS /ˌæprɪˈhenʃənz/
plural of “apprehension” — fearful expectation or anticipation
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
a particular environment or surrounding influence
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
banker'snounUS /ˈbæŋkərz/
possessive form of “banker” — a financier who owns or is an executive in a bank
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
deem to be
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
Garth
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From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
the act of departing
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
Josina's
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From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
justifyverbUS /ˈdʒʌstəfaɪ/
show to be right by providing justification or proof
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
most important element
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading The door opened a little more abruptly than usual, a man pushed his way in.
the message that is intended or expressed or signified
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The door opened a little more abruptly than usual, a man pushed his way in.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
in motion
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
the middle of the day
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading The door opened a little more abruptly than usual, a man pushed his way in.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
past form of “push” — move with force
From this reading The door opened a little more abruptly than usual, a man pushed his way in.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
separated in relationship by a given degree of descent
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
repairedverbUS /rɪˈperd/
past form of “repair” — restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
reviewnounUS /ˌriːˈvjuː/
a new appraisal or evaluation
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
slackadjectiveUS /slæk/
not tense or taut
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
Squire's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
having a supporting base
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
not in physical motion
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The door opened a little more abruptly than usual, a man pushed his way in.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Business seemed to be a little slack, the bank door had a rest, and there was less coming and going.
a special situation
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
timidadjectiveUS /ˈtɪmɪd/
showing fear and lack of confidence
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
unnoticedadjectiveUS /ənˈnoʊtɪst/
not noticed
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Arthur was at the bank by noon, and up to that time nothing had occurred to justify the banker’s apprehensions or to alarm the most timid.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The door opened a little more abruptly than usual, a man pushed his way in.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading But an hour or two later a thing occurred which might have passed unnoticed at another time, but on that day had a meaning for three out of the five in the bank.
in the company of; together with
From this reading But in the main things appeared to be moving as usual, and Arthur, standing at his desk in an atmosphere as far removed as possible from that of Garth, had time to review the check that he had received at Josina’s hands, and to consider whether, with the Squire’s help, it might not still be repaired.
