used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
matters of personal concern
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
Benyon's
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From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
bestowverbUS /bɪˈstoʊ/
present
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
propose a payment
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
boarding-houses
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From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
climatesnounUS /ˈklaɪməts/
plural of “climate” — the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
feeling or showing worry or solicitude
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
dashingadjectiveUS /ˈdæʃɪŋ/
lively and spirited
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
recognizable; marked
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
defencenounUS /dɪˈfens/
(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
defendernounUS /dɪˈfendər/
a person who cares for persons or property
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
someone who is a detective
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
doubtedverbUS /ˈdaʊtɪd/
past form of “doubt” — consider unlikely or have doubts about
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
eclipseverbUS /ɪˈklɪps/
be greater in significance than
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
being one more than seventeen
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
ElectionnounUS /ɪˈlekʃən/
a vote to select the winner of a position or political office
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
a feeling of excitement
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
the organ of sight
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
plural of “fear” — an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
many times at short intervals
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
past form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
unflinching in battle or action
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
garrisonnounUS /ˈɡærɪsən/
a fortified military post where troops are stationed
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
Gaston's
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From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
a state of high honor
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
hotelsnounUS /hoʊˈtelz/
plural of “hotel” — a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
how
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From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
justifyverbUS /ˈdʒʌstəfaɪ/
show to be right by providing justification or proof
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
kindlier
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From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
take somebody somewhere
From this reading LEAD US NOT.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
past form of “mention” — make reference to
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
a son of your brother or sister
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading LEAD US NOT.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
prominentadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːmənənt/
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
established beyond doubt
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
Quisante
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From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
rivalsnounUS /ˈraɪvəlz/
plural of “rival” — the contestant you hope to defeat
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
rumournounUS /ˈruːmər/
gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
sagacitynounUS /səˈɡæs.ə.t̬i/
The quality of being sagacious; keen wisdom and sound judgment. (Sự minh triết, sự sáng suốt.)
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
sallynounUS /ˈsæli/
witty remark
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
severely-pressed
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From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
sojournnounUS /ˈsoʊdʒərn/
a temporary stay (e.g., as a guest)
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
sortiesnounUS /ˈsɔːrtiz/
plural of “sortie” — a military action in which besieged troops burst forth from their position
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading After a long sojourn in kindlier climates, Miss Quisante returned to England some eighteen months after May Gaston's marriage.
make an effort or attempt
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading LEAD US NOT.
uttermostadjective
of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
From this reading Quisante bid fair to eclipse his rivals and to justify to the uttermost Dick Benyon's sagacity and enthusiasm.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
victoriousadjectiveUS /vɪkˈtɔːriəs/
having won
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
past form of “watch” — look attentively
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
in the company of; together with
From this reading From various hotels and boarding-houses she had watched with an interested eye the progress of public affairs so far as they concerned her nephew.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading She had seen how his name became more prominent and was more frequently mentioned, how the hopes and fears about him grew, how he had gained glory by dashing sorties in defence of the severely-pressed Government garrison; if the garrison decided (as rumour said they would) to sally out and try fortune in the open field of a General Election, and proved victorious, it could not be doubted that they would bestow a handsome reward on their gallant defender.
