Chapter IX · Chapter 9

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

not being in a specified place

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

(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 “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

have

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

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From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

an occurrence of something

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

come or bring to a finish or an end

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

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From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

a lawyer who pleads cases in court

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

without question and beyond doubt

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

carefully thought out in advance

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

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

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

try to prevent; show opposition to

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

constituting the full quantity or extent; complete

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

bringing death

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

a revue with elaborate costuming

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

past form of “grieve” — feel grief

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

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

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

the quality of being important and worthy of note

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

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

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

an acute febrile highly contagious viral disease

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

a republic in southern Europe on the Italian Peninsula; was the core of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire between the 4th century BC and the 5th century AD

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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 M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

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From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

plural of “lung” — either of two saclike respiratory organs in the chest of vertebrates; serves to remove carbon dioxide and provide oxygen to the blood

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

plural of “misfortune” — unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

changed in form or character

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

not any; not one

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

someone legally empowered to witness signatures and certify a document's validity and to take depositions

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

with patience; in a patient manner

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

by chance

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

that may be permitted especially as according to rule

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

without mercy or pity

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

hold back to a later time

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

plural of “precaution” — a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

like better; value more highly

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

more desirable than another

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

past form of “prevent” — keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

with pride; in a proud manner

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

be shown or be found to be

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

express in words

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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

From this reading The pitiless sentence pronounced by Mme. de Lorcy grieved M. Moriaz, but did not discourage him.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

a special situation

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

(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 It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

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

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading It was his opinion that, let her say what she might, precautions were good; that, well though it might be to bear our misfortunes patiently, there was no law forbidding us to assuage them; that it was quite permissible to prefer to complete follies those of a modified character, and that a bad cold or an influenza was decidedly preferable to inflammation of the lungs, which is so apt to prove fatal.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading His notary, M. Noirot, in whom he reposed entire confidence, was absent; a case of importance had carried him to Italy.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading “Time and myself will suffice for all things,” proudly said Philip II.

in the company of; together with

From this reading M. Moriaz said, with perhaps less pride: “To postpone a thing so long as possible, and to hold deliberate counsel with one’s notary, are the best correctives of a dangerous marriage that cannot be prevented.”