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From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
anew
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
ailed
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From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
argueverbUS /ˈɑːrɡjuː/
present reasons and arguments
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
AuthorsnounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
plural of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
brewedverbUS /bruːd/
past form of “brew” — prepare by brewing
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
a period of 100 years
From this reading THE CENTURY CO.
a seat for one person, with a support for the back
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
give encouragement to
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
Christina
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From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
cigarettesnounUS /ˌsɪɡərˈets/
plural of “cigarette” — finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
COnounUS /koʊ/
an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon
From this reading THE CENTURY CO.
CornishnounUS /ˈkɔːrnɪʃ/
a Celtic language spoken in Cornwall
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
CoronernounUS /ˈkɔːrənər/
a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
make right or correct
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
a lawyer who pleads cases in court
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
absence of light or illumination
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
absence of light or illumination
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
deepestadjectiveUS /ˈdiːpəst/
superlative of “deep” — relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
dusknounUS /dʌsk/
the time of day immediately following sunset
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
inflected form of “flee” — run away quickly
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
flourishverbUS /ˈflɜːrɪʃ/
grow vigorously
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
flownounUS /floʊ/
the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
inflected form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
set up or found
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
Frontispiecenoun
an ornamental facade
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
expect, believe, or suppose
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
harshadjectiveUS /hɑːrʃ/
unpleasantly stern
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
hearthnounUS /hɑːrθ/
an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
HerricknounUS /ˈherɪk/
English lyric poet (1591-1674)
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
hintsnounUS /hɪnts/
plural of “hint” — an indirect suggestion
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
invadersnounUS /ˌɪnˈveɪdərz/
plural of “invader” — someone who enters by force in order to conquer
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
jewelsnounUS /ˈdʒuːəlz/
plural of “jewel” — a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
kissesnounUS /ˈkɪsəz/
plural of “kiss” — the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof)
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
an artificial source of visible illumination
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
provided with artificial light
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
loversnounUS /ˈlʌvərz/
plural of “lover” — a person who loves someone or is loved by someone
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
the force of workers available
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
minxnoun
a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
the light of the Moon
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
motornounUS /ˈmoʊtər/
machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
a form of address for a man
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
murdersnounUS /ˈmɜːrdərz/
plural of “murder” — unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
NancynounUS /ˈnænsi/
a city in northeastern France in Lorraine
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
netsnounUS /nets/
plural of “net” — a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
on one occasion
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
very light colored; highly diluted with white
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
panenounUS /peɪn/
sheet glass cut in shapes for windows or doors
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
a strong feeling or emotion
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
plightnounUS /plaɪt/
a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
PolicemannounUS /pəˈliːsmən/
a member of a police force
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
past form of “pull” — cause to move by pulling
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
racedverbUS /reɪst/
past form of “race” — move hurridly
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
siren's
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From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
that is looked for
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
not in physical motion
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
straightwayadverb
at once
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
happening unexpectedly
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
SuggestionsnounUS /səˈdʒestʃənz/
plural of “suggestion” — an idea that is suggested
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE CENTURY CO.
threatsnounUS /θrets/
plural of “threat” — something that is a source of danger
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
not known
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
VengeancenounUS /ˈvendʒəns/
the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
used to ask for information about something
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
at the time that
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
in or at the place that
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
belonging to which person
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
marked by extreme lack of restraint or control
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
plural of “wind” — air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
winter'snounUS /ˈwɪntərz/
possessive form of “winter” — the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
hope for; have a wish
From this reading Not a breath, not a movement, greeted the invaders 10 "Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?
in the company of; together with
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Through broken music, sudden light In the deep darkness, jewels bright, Persons unknown in unknown plight, You still sought _unknown_ persons; Authors, if you would straightway know Where faith and cheer and counsel grow, Suggestions flourish and hints flow: _Go ask my Nancy Cornish!_ Suddenly she flung one arm up and out in such a strange and splendid gesture, of such free and desperate passion, as Herrick had never seen before _Frontispiece_
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading When winter's breath was on the pane, Through dusk and snow, wild winds and rain, I fled to your bright hearth again To read about a _Shadow_!
yourselvespronounUS /jʊrˈselvz/
used when the people spoken to are both doing and receiving the action
From this reading You lit the lamp, you brewed the tea, Pulled up the deepest chair for me, And set yourselves to guess and see-- _What ailed that minx, Christina?_ What Herrick found--what Nancy knew-- Whose motor raced the county through-- What could that harsh Policeman do-- You never failed to argue; Of moonlight, murders, lovers, threats, Vengeance and kisses, siren's nets, And pale, dark men with cigarettes, Not once I found you weary!
