Chapter I

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

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

having fair knowledge of

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

a positive feeling of liking

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading AUTHOR'S PREFACE TO THE AMERICAN EDITION.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

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

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

past form of “answer” — react verbally

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

English physicist remembered for his studies of the ionosphere (1892-1966)

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading AUTHOR'S PREFACE TO THE AMERICAN EDITION.

-ing form of “authorize” — grant authorization or clearance for

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

past form of “avail” — use to one's advantage

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

past form of “boast” — show off

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

inflected form of “deter” — try to prevent; show opposition to

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published

From this reading AUTHOR'S PREFACE TO THE AMERICAN EDITION.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

provide entertainment for

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

promote over another

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

unflinching in battle or action

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

the act of departing

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

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

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

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

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

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

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

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

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

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

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

cause to come to know personally

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

past form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

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From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

the act of beginning something new

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

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

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

and nothing more

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

characterized by grandeur

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

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From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

not any; not one

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

above and across; more than

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

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From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book

From this reading AUTHOR'S PREFACE TO THE AMERICAN EDITION.

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

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

put into print

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

the ability to recall past occurrences

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

push for something

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

possessing material wealth

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

express in words

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

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

From this reading AUTHOR'S PREFACE TO THE AMERICAN EDITION.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They proceeded to the great man's house, and the gallant got his introduction; but the great man said to him who had introduced the other, "And you, who is to introduce you, for I am not acquainted with you?"

the process of using your mind to consider something carefully

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

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

From this reading AUTHOR'S PREFACE TO THE AMERICAN EDITION.

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

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

which person or people

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

a specific feeling of desire

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A certain gallant, wishing to be presented at the house of a rich man who was about to give a magnificent ball, availed himself for that purpose of the services of a friend, who boasted of his familiarity with the great man, and of the favor he enjoyed with him.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading As I entertain a profound respect and affection for this country, and have not, besides, the assurance that such an occasion would require, it would not do for me to say what the _introducer_ of my story is said to have answered, "I need no one to introduce or to recommend me, for I am just now going away."

produce a literary work

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

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From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading _To the Messrs. Appleton._ GENTLEMEN: It was my intention to write a preface for the purpose of authorizing the edition you are about to publish in English of "Pepita Ximenez"; but, on thinking the matter over, I was deterred by the recollection of an anecdote that I heard in my young days.