Chapter VII

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

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

later than; following

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

united by being of the same opinion

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

(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 Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

aroused to impatience or anger

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

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

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

financial assistance in time of need

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

an occurrence of something

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

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 seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

someone who perpetrates wrongdoing

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

-ing form of “declare” — state emphatically and authoritatively

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

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From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

marked by erratic changeableness in affections or attachments

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

inflected form of “foretell” — foreshadow or presage

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

plural of “france” — a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

easy to reach

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

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

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

to a high degree; extremely; in high concentration or density

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

the combined stakes of the betters

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

move something or somebody to a lower position

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

plural of “lump” — a compact mass

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

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

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

not any; not one

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

inflected form of “occur” — come to pass

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

a contestant that you are matched against

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

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From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

above and across; more than

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

as yourself

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

a synthetic material resembling clay but remaining soft; used as a substitute for clay or wax in modeling (especially in schools)

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

almost; nearly

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

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From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

thinking that is coherent and logical

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

open again or anew

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

woman whose dancing beguiled Herod into giving her the head of John the Baptist

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

express in words

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

have in common; held or experienced in common

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

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

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

the process of becoming spoiled

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

comparative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading It occurred to a Lower Fifth-former that plasticine was particularly handy in Duane's case, for lumps of it were always knocking around the study she shared with Frances, the artist.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

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

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

past form of “veer” — turn sharply; change direction abruptly

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

precisely as stated

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

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

From this reading THE RICHOTER RESULTS As Salome had foretold, by next morning public opinion, in its fickle fashion, had veered completely round and the majority of the girls were of the opinion that Duane, and not Kitty, was the culprit.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The other prefects were intensely annoyed by Duane's manner, for the next day she refused to reopen the discussion at all, declaring that she had no more to say than what she had already said.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It seemed to be a matter more of feeling than cold reasoning, with many.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Others agreed that, after all, the motive for spoiling Salome's results would be stronger in Duane's case than in Kitty's, for Duane would benefit personally and very practically if she succeeded in triumphing over her most feared opponent.