Chapter IV

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

tending to become more severe or wider in scope

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

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

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

installation from which a military force initiates operations

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

showing concern for the rights and feelings of others

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

past form of “consist” — originate

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Peggy proved herself a harmless, guileless, fond and faithful creature.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

a beloved person; used as terms of endearment

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

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

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

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From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

divisible by two

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

opinion or judgment

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

steadfast in affection or allegiance

From this reading Peggy proved herself a harmless, guileless, fond and faithful creature.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

a feeling of favorable regard

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

having or displaying warmth or affection

From this reading Peggy proved herself a harmless, guileless, fond and faithful creature.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

the trait of being willing to give your money or time

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

the act of acquiring something

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

in a gradual manner

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

free of deceit

From this reading Peggy proved herself a harmless, guileless, fond and faithful creature.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

not causing or capable of causing harm

From this reading Peggy proved herself a harmless, guileless, fond and faithful creature.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

lacking in feeling or pity or warmth

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading Peggy proved herself a harmless, guileless, fond and faithful creature.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

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

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

someone who is incapacitated by a chronic illness or injury

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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 THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

for the most part

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

in an essential manner

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

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

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

a person who requires medical care

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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From this reading Peggy proved herself a harmless, guileless, fond and faithful creature.

established beyond doubt

From this reading Peggy proved herself a harmless, guileless, fond and faithful creature.

freed from illness or injury

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

turn away from sin or do penitence

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

socially incorrect in behavior

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

put down by force or intimidation

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

carry out

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

a fact that has been verified

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

which person or people

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

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

From this reading THE LONG DAYS THAT FOLLOWED Drumsheugh recovered gradually from the consequences of his fall; but he had a long and dangerous illness, during which there was much to subdue any human being to whom he was first and dearest.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading The old lady opened her eyes more and more to the truth, and did not repent of her wise generosity.

in the company of; together with

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.

the basic unit of money in South Korea

From this reading She was won so far as to take Peggy into a degree of favour on her own account.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading She was meek in her exaltation, which, to begin with, consisted mainly of the liberty to nurse day and night a young man who had been too much spoilt by rude health, an active life, and the getting of his own way, though it had not necessarily been a base--not even a mean and heartless way--to come out strong as a patient, considerate invalid.