used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
a feeling of delighted approval and liking
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
regarded with admiration
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
AllennounUS /ˈælən/
United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964)
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
arrivingverbUS /ərˈaɪvɪŋ/
-ing form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
belatedadjectiveUS /bɪˈleɪtɪd/
after the expected or usual time; delayed
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
BELLSnounUS /belz/
plural of “bell” — a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
bridesnounUS /braɪdz/
plural of “bride” — a woman who has recently been married
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
brighteradjectiveUS /ˈbraɪtər/
comparative of “bright” — emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
bustled
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
capabilitynounUS /ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/
the quality of being capable -- physically or intellectually or legally
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
unvarying in nature
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
culminatingverbUS /ˈkʌlməneɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “culminate” — end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
decorationsnounUS /ˌdekərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “decoration” — something used to beautify
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
elaborateadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæbrət/
marked by complexity and richness of detail
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
exactingadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzæktɪŋ/
having complicated nutritional requirements; especially growing only in special artificial cultures
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
excitingadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/
creating or arousing excitement
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
exhibitingverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “exhibit” — show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
generalshipnounUS /ˈdʒenərəlʃɪp/
the leadership ability of a military general
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
the act of departing
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
immediately past
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
messengersnounUS /ˈmesəndʒərz/
plural of “messenger” — a person who carries a message
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
used to form the superlative
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
not any; not one
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
PattynounUS /ˈpæti/
small flat mass of chopped food
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
presentsnounUS /ˈprezənts/
plural of “present” — the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
responsibilitynounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪləti/
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
successionnounUS /səkˈseʃən/
a following of one thing after another in time
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
sunshiny
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
supremelyadverbUS /suːˈpriːməli/
to the maximum degree
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
in or at that place or location
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
in an exhaustive manner
From this reading Of course, Patty had no care or responsibility, and nothing to do but enjoy herself, so she did this thoroughly.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
touchesnounUS /ˈtʌtʃəz/
plural of “touch” — the event of something coming in contact with the body
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was to be an evening wedding, but from early in the morning there was a constant succession of exciting events.
the act of observing; taking a patient look
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed
From this reading WEDDING BELLS At last the wedding day arrived, and a brighter or more sunshiny day could not have been asked for by the most exacting of brides.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The last touches were being put to the decorations, belated presents were coming in, house guests were arriving, messengers coming and going, and through it all Mrs. Allen bustled about, supremely happy in watching the culminating success of her elaborate plans.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
showing curiosity
From this reading Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day.
