Chapter XXXVI

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

in addition

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

surprising greatly

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

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

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

destruction by annihilating something

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

plural of “brain” — that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

rid of obstructions

From this reading No! no! it was clear enough!

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

plural of “conjecture” — a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence)

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

English general; son of George II; fought unsuccessfully in the battle of Fontenoy (1721-1765)

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

anxious embarrassment

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

a British peer of the highest rank

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

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From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading No! no! it was clear enough!

an act that fails

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

gleam or glow intermittently

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

a person who lacks good judgment

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

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From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

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

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

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From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

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

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

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

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

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

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading No! no! it was clear enough!

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981)

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

plural of “million” — the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

a particular point in time

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

not any; not one

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

not one, and not any

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

and nothing more

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

plural of “pocket” — a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

past form of “rack” — go at a rack

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

a feeling of intense anger

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

past form of “render” — cause to become

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

action taken in return for an injury or offense

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

cut with a saw

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; located on the northern part of the island of Great Britain; famous for bagpipes and plaids and kilts

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

have in common

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

temporarily incapable of speaking

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

infer from incomplete evidence

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

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

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

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

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

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

From this reading That Eglinton had not ridden to Le Havre on the King's business but on his own, that he had not sent _Le Monarque_ to Scotland in order that he might share in those millions was of course obvious.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.

a vivid mental image

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

evoking lifelike images within the mind

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

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

From this reading Gaston was no fool, and in one vivid flash he saw before his mental vision not only his own discomfiture, the annihilation of all his hopes, but also the failure of King Louis' plans, the relegation of those fifteen millions back into the pockets of His Grace the Duke of Cumberland.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading REVENGE We must surmise that surprise and rage had rendered Gaston speechless for the moment.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Of all the conjectures which had racked his brains for the past two hours none had come near this amazing reality.