used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
abstractverbUS /æbˈstrækt/
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
filled with fear or apprehension
From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
applaudedverbUS /əˈplɔːdɪd/
past form of “applaud” — clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
for the reason that
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
behalfnounUS /bɪˈhæf/
as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as “on behalf of” rather than “in behalf of”)
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
a youthful male person
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
an occurrence of something
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
ClarknounUS /klɑːrk/
United States explorer who (with Meriwether Lewis) led an expedition from St. Louis to the mouth of the Columbia River; Clark was responsible for making maps of the area (1770-1838)
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
ClubsnounUS /klʌbz/
plural of “club” — a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
past form of “dare” — take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
recognizable; marked
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
decreeverbUS /dɪˈkriː/
issue a decree
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
causing fear or dread or terror
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
energeticallyadverbUS /ˌenərˈdʒetɪkli/
in an energetic manner
From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
in a free manner
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
willing to give and share unstintingly
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
grieveverbUS /ɡriːv/
feel grief
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
helpingnounUS /ˈhelpɪŋ/
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal
From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
lacking in or deprived of strength or power
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
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From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
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From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
free from evil or guilt
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
JudithnounUS /ˈdʒuːdəθ/
Jewish heroine in one of the books of the Apocrypha; she saved her people by decapitating the Assyrian general Holofernes
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
and nothing more
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
MarchingnounUS /ˈmɑːrtʃɪŋ/
the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind)
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
Mother'snounUS /ˈmʌðərz/
possessive form of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
not any; not one
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
others
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From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
used with “to” to say what is right or advisable
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
outliningverbUS /ˈaʊtlaɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “outline” — describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
coated with paint
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
ParsonsnounUS /ˈpɑːrsənz/
United States sociologist (1902-1979)
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
PHOEBEnounUS /ˈfiːbi/
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
pursuingadjectiveUS /pərˈsuːɪŋ/
following in order to overtake or capture or as accompaniment to such pursuit
From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
reconcileverbUS /ˈrekənsaɪl/
make (one thing) compatible with
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
relateverbUS /rɪˈleɪt/
make a logical or causal connection
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
relativesnounUS /ˈrelətɪvz/
plural of “relative” — a person related by blood or marriage
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
past form of “remark” — make mention of
From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
except for; apart from
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
express in words
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
scapegoatnounUS /ˈskeɪpɡoʊt/
someone who is punished for the errors of others
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
sewingnounUS /ˈsoʊɪŋ/
joining or attaching by stitches
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
not in physical motion
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
express in words
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
disclosing unintentionally something concealed
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
TobynounUS /ˈtoʊbi/
a drinking mug in the shape of a stout man wearing a three-cornered hat
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
except if; if not
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
waifnounUS /weɪf/
a homeless child especially one forsaken or orphaned
From this reading According to Sam Parsons, Toby ought to go to prison, as a scapegoat for others; but Phoebe could not reconcile herself to the decree of so dreadful a fate for a helpless and innocent waif--just because he had no near relatives to grieve over his sacrifice.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
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From this reading “I’m afraid,” she remarked, after pursuing the subject for a time, “that we’re not helping Toby as energetically as we ought.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
in the company of; together with
From this reading So, outlining just how much she dared say and still be true to her promise, she went one afternoon to the Little Mother’s room, taking her sewing with her, and while Judith painted, Phoebe led the conversation toward Toby Clark.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading HOW PHOEBE SURPRISED A SECRET While Phoebe freely applauded the generous efforts of the children on behalf of Toby Clark, she realized that it would require something more than Marching Clubs to save the boy from prison.
but in spite of that
From this reading She had promised Sam not to tell his secret, unless by telling it she could save Toby, yet after much earnest thought she decided to relate an abstract case to Cousin Judith and ask her advice.
