Chapter VII

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

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From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

an expectation

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

(chemistry) of or relating to or containing one or more benzene rings

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

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From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

annoyed and irritable

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

(used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

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

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

force to go away; used both with concrete and metaphoric meanings

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

unrestrained by convention or morality

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

conceived of or imagined or hoped for

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

comparative of “easy” — posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

divisible by two

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

to an extreme degree

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

having or deserving or conferring glory

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

having the deep slightly brownish color of gold

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

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

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

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

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

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

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

immediately past

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

engage in

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

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

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

by chance

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

possessive form of “ruth” — United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

a colloid that has a continuous liquid phase in which a solid is suspended in a liquid

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

give moral or emotional strength to

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

make a strenuous or labored effort

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

the rays of the sun

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

confined on all sides

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading It was perhaps her efforts to soothe the cranky old man and so make things easier for Aunt Alvirah that dissipated Ruth’s own blue feelings.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

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

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

to a remarkable degree or extent

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

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

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading CHESS GOES ALONG Despite the fact that she went to bed in a mood of exhilaration and full of eager anticipation for the start of the trip, Ruth had an exceedingly bad night.

at the time that

From this reading She dreamed of Sol Bloomberg all during those hours when she should have been gathering strength for the struggle to come.

a Caucasian

From this reading Uncle Jabez was in an unusually crabbed mood and inclined to complain about everything, from the golden eggs, each surrounded by a tempting little island of white, to the aromatic cup of strong coffee.

in the company of; together with

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.

inflected form of “wake” — be awake, be alert, be there

From this reading She woke at last, heavy-eyed and headachy and with a sense of depression that even the bright sunlight of a glorious morning did little to dispel.