used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
advisedadjectiveUS /ædˈvaɪzd/
having the benefit of careful prior consideration or counsel
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
agitatingadjectiveUS /ˈædʒəteɪtɪŋ/
causing or tending to cause anger or resentment
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
united by being of the same opinion
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
to a severe or serious degree
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
an occurrence of something
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
ChristophernounUS /ˈkrɪstəfər/
Christian martyr and patron saint of travellers (3rd century)
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
communicationnounUS /kəˌmjuːnəˈkeɪʃən/
the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
couchnounUS /kaʊtʃ/
an upholstered seat for more than one person
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
crisisnounUS /ˈkraɪsəs/
an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
darkenedadjectiveUS /ˈdɑːrkənd/
(of fabrics and paper) grown dark in color over time
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
Dr
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From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
one or the other of two
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
start firing a weapon
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
the act of departing
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
harmfullyadverbUS /ˈhɑːrmfəli/
in a detrimental manner
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
insistverbUS /ˌɪnˈsɪst/
be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
immediately past
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
Leroy
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From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
a person who loves someone or is loved by someone
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
feeling or showing love and affection
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
manifestationnounUS /ˌmænəfeˈsteɪʃən/
a clear appearance
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
12 o'clock at night; the middle of the night
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
in motion
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
a brief written record
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
OwennounUS /ˈoʊən/
Welsh industrialist and social reformer who founded cooperative communities (1771-1858)
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
a person who requires medical care
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
Penelope's
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From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
a human being
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
phenomenanounUS /fəˈnɑːmənə/
plural of “phenomenon” — any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
the act of playing a musical instrument
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
psychologicaladjectiveUS /ˌsaɪkəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
mental or emotional as opposed to physical in nature
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
cause to move by pulling
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
purelyadverbUS /ˈpjʊrli/
restricted to something
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
with low volume
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
on the contrary
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
rationaladjectiveUS /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/
Based on or in accordance with reason or logic rather than turbulent emotions.
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
past form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
cut with a saw
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
scarletnounUS /ˈskɑːrlət/
a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
sealedadjectiveUS /siːld/
established irrevocably
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
cause to go somewhere
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
the state of being asleep
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
spiritualisticadjective
of or relating to or connected with spiritualism
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
startlingadjectiveUS /ˈstɑːrtlɪŋ/
so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
subjectiveadjectiveUS /səbˈdʒektɪv/
taking place within the mind and modified by individual bias
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
telepathicadjectiveUS /ˌteləˈpæθək/
communicating without apparent physical signals
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
testimonynounUS /ˈtestəmoʊni/
a solemn statement made under oath
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
tonightadverbUS /təˈnaɪt/
On the present night.
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
tremulouslyadverbUS /ˈtremjələsli/
in a tremulous manner
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
except if; if not
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The patient passed the day quietly (after sleeping late) and was advised not to see her lover, although Dr. Leroy did not insist upon this.
WellsnounUS /welz/
prolific English writer best known for his science-fiction novels; he also wrote on contemporary social problems and wrote popular accounts of history and science (1866-1946)
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Mrs. Wells agreed, however, that any conversation with Christopher might be harmfully agitating, and was content to send him a loving message, together with a sealed communication that was not to be opened unless--unless things went badly.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
William
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From this reading In any case note must be made of the testimony of Dr. William Owen, an extremely rational person, that after midnight on this occasion he distinctly _saw_ scarlet lights moving about the darkened room near Penelope's couch.
in the company of; together with
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading PLAYING WITH FIRE What happened on the last day, or rather the last night, of Mrs. Wells' psychological crisis may be regarded either as a purely subjective phenomena, a dream or a startling experience of the soul, or as something that came from without, a telepathic or spiritualistic manifestation.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Do you think I am going to pull through tonight, doctor?" she asked tremulously about three in the afternoon.
