Chapter XVII · Chapter 17

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

highly skilled

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

later than; following

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

(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 The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

in the middle of; surrounded by

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

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

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

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

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

a cordial disposition

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

a female human offspring

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

-ing form of “describe” — give a description of

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

a state of being confined (usually for a short time)

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

characterized by great determination

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

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

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

divisible by two

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

the petals or sepals of a flower that bend downward (especially the outer perianth of an iris)

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

the act of departing

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

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

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

United States author who wrote the stories about Uncle Remus (1848-1908)

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

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

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

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

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

the home and adjacent grounds occupied by a family

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

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

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

close or warm friendship

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

past form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

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

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

(anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion)

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

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

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

and nothing more

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

having characteristics that attract love or affection

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

engage in

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

a married woman (usually middle-aged with children) who is staid and dignified

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

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

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

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

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

used to form the superlative

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

not any; not one

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

look furtively

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

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

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

To recall to mind.

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

concerned with religion or religious purposes

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

marked by exceptional merit

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

an example regarded as typical of its class

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

informal terms for clothing

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

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

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

male cat

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

up to a particular time

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

precisely as stated

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

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

From this reading The very next day after that adventure, he called at the house of Mrs. Harris, was introduced to her with great empressement by her daughter, and received by her with great cordiality.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

(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 Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading A LITTLE ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN TOM LESLIE AND JOE HARRIS--UP THE HUDSON-RIVER ROAD--A DETENTION AND A RECOGNITION--GOING TO WEST FALLS, AND A PEEP AT THE HALSTEAD HOMESTEAD.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

at the time that

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

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

From this reading Both these conditions will to some extent apply to the intimacy between Tom Leslie and Josephine Harris, which commenced on a day we well remember, and which may not close until their joint destiny is accomplished.

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

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

single because of death of the spouse

From this reading The good lady, whom we have no intention whatever of describing, was a splendid specimen of the widowed matron in comfortable circumstances, with just enough threads of silver shining amid her dark hair, to make her matron-hood sacred and all the more loveable.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.

in the company of; together with

From this reading There are some things too sacred to be pryed into, and there are some things too difficult to make any progress in that attempt, even when the effort is made with the most determined will.