Chapter I · Chapter 1

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

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

a component that is added to something to improve it

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

later than; following

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

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

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

an old form of “are”, used with “thou”

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.

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From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

on the far side of; further than

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

plural of “briton” — a native or inhabitant of Great Britain

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

several things grouped together or considered as a whole

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

a contract granting the right to operate a subsidiary business

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

with extreme conscientiousness

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

carefully weighed

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

converted or adapted to domestic use

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

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

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

qualified for by right according to law

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

the act of exhibiting

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

plural of “feel” — an intuitive awareness

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

arousing or provoking laughter

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

spectators at a golf or tennis match

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

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

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.

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

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

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

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

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

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.

the quality of being just or fair

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

a polite name for any woman

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

showing or characterized by broad-mindedness

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

plural of “matron” — a married woman (usually middle-aged with children) who is staid and dignified

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

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

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

a human being

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

plural of “person” — a human being

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

plural of “philistine” — a person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

filled with bewilderment

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

new

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

a mental impression retained and recalled from the past

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

express in words

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.

with strength or in a strong manner

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

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

From this reading (A REMINISCENCE OF A RECENT EXHIBITION.) SCENE--_The Goupil Gallery.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

in or at that place or location

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

showing fear and lack of confidence

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

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

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

the power or capacity of an organism to tolerate unfavorable environmental conditions

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

the quality of a person's voice

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.

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

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

plural of “whistler” — United States painter (1834-1903)

From this reading WRESTLING WITH WHISTLERS.

which person or people

From this reading In addition to these, there are Frank Philistines who are here with a fixed intention of being funny, Matrons with a strongly domesticated taste in Art, Serious Elderly Ladies, Literal Persons, &c., &c._ _A Lady_ (_after looking at a representation of Old Battersea Bridge--in the tone of a person who feels she is making a liberal concession_).

in the company of; together with

From this reading WRESTLING WITH WHISTLERS.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Groups of more or less puzzled Britons discovered, conscientiously endeavouring to do justice to the Collection, having realised that Mr. WHISTLER's work is now considered entitled to serious consideration, but feeling themselves unable to get beyond a timid tolerance.

the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat

From this reading WRESTLING WITH WHISTLERS.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Well, do you know, I must say that _isn't_ so bad.