Chapter X · Chapter 10

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

an expectation

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

a document listing the alternatives that is used in voting

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

come out better in a competition, race, or conflict

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

a statute in draft before it becomes law

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

plural of “club” — a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

plural of “conviction” — an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

argue with one another

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

-ing form of “debate” — argue with one another

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

recognizable; marked

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

having or expressing desire for something

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

true confidential information

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

of or relating to elections

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

divisible by two

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

start firing a weapon

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

a group of followers or enthusiasts

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

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

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

past form of “hamper” — prevent the progress or free movement of

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

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

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

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

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

free from external control and constraint

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

a lack of efficacy

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

immediately past

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

staying power

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

engage in

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

not any; not one

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

amounting to a large indefinite number

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

above and across; more than

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

existing in great number or quantity

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

with speed

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

determined

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

plural of “ride” — a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile)

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

plural of “spark” — a momentary flash of light

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

be standing; be upright

From this reading But even at breakfast that morning his heart began to beat quickly at the idea of having to stand on his legs before so critical an audience.

deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading The arrangement was probably one of Mr. Mildmay’s own making; so that he might be hampered by no opposition on that subject by his own followers if,--as he did not doubt,--the motion should be lost.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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

From this reading It was expected that the debate would not last over one night, and Phineas resolved that he would make his maiden speech on this occasion.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

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

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

precisely as stated

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

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

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

which person or people

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He had very strong opinions as to the inefficacy of the ballot for any good purposes, and thought that he might be able to strike out from his convictions some sparks of that fire which used to be so plentiful with him at the old debating clubs.

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

From this reading Lord Chiltern Rides His Horse Bonebreaker It was known that whatever might be the details of Mr. Mildmay’s bill, the ballot would not form a part of it; and as there was a strong party in the House of Commons, and a very numerous party out of it, who were desirous that voting by ballot should be made a part of the electoral law, it was decided that an independent motion should be brought on in anticipation of Mr. Mildmay’s bill.