used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
anew
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
allowingverbUS /əˈlaʊɪŋ/
-ing form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
anticipatingverbUS /ænˈtɪsəpeɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “anticipate” — regard something as probable or likely
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
assumeverbUS /əˈsuːm/
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
Bertha
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From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
Brévannes
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From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
deem to be
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
the process of giving careful thought to something
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
cynicismnounUS /ˈsɪnɪsɪzəm/
a cynical feeling of distrust
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
reach, make, or come to a decision about something
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
at any time
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
existingadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ/
presently existing
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
the act of giving
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
the act of departing
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
Hansfeld
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From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
harshadjectiveUS /hɑːrʃ/
unpleasantly stern
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
how
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From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
humiliatingadjectiveUS /hjuːˈmɪlieɪtɪŋ/
causing awareness of your shortcomings
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
husband'snounUS /ˈhʌzbəndz/
possessive form of “husband” — a married man; a woman's partner in marriage
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
engage in
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
mildnessnoun
good weather with comfortable temperatures
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
a particular point in time
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
absolutely essential
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
not any; not one
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
obstinateadjectiveUS /ˈɑːbstənət/
tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
odiousadjectiveUS /ˈoʊdiəs/
unequivocally detestable
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
overcomingverbUS /ˈoʊvərkʌmɪŋ/
-ing form of “overcome” — win a victory over
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
preferredadjectiveUS /prəˈfɜːrd/
more desirable than another
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
preparingverbUS /priˈperɪŋ/
-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
preventedverbUS /prɪˈventɪd/
past form of “prevent” — keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
The daughter of a monarch; a female member of a royal family.
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
PROPOSITIONnounUS /ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
(logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
recollectionnounUS /ˌrekəˈlekʃən/
the ability to recall past occurrences
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
reflectingadjectiveUS /rɪˈflektɪŋ/
causing reflection or having a device that reflects
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
refusalnounUS /rəˈfjuːzəl/
the act of refusing
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
scruplenounUS /ˈskruːpəl/
a unit of apothecary weight equal to 20 grains
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
not in physical motion
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
successive (without a break)
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
threatsnounUS /θrets/
plural of “threat” — something that is a source of danger
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
timidadjectiveUS /ˈtɪmɪd/
showing fear and lack of confidence
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
the quality of a person's voice
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
in the direction of
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
UnderprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
the act of using
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading He still thought it necessary to assume towards his wife a tone less harsh than usual, in order to make her decide on allowing herself to be presented to the Princess de Hansfeld.
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
ventnounUS /vent/
a hole for the escape of gas or air
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
precisely as stated
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
villainousadjectiveUS /ˈvɪlənəs/
extremely wicked
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading She so little expected her husband's visit, that she was giving free vent to her tears at the recollection that she should never again see M. de Hansfeld.
past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading PROPOSITION De Brévannes did not for a moment consider how humiliating and odious was the part he was preparing for his wife: no consideration, no scruple, ever prevented this man from going straight to his purpose.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Under the existing circumstances, and reflecting how he could make use of Bertha as a means to his end, he said, with a kind of villainous cynicism,-- "This is the first time that my marriage has ever been of any use to me."
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Bertha visited but very little, she was so very timid; and thus, anticipating some difficulties on her part, he preferred overcoming them by mildness, as his threats would be vain before the obstinate refusal of his wife.
