used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
AlbertnounUS /ˈælbərt/
prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861)
From this reading Albert did not sail.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
AstornounUS /ˈæstər/
British politician (born in the United States) who was the first woman to sit in the British House of Commons (1879-1964)
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
Becker
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From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
BroadwaynounUS /ˈbrɔːdweɪ/
a street in Manhattan that passes through Times Square; famous for its theaters
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
commentingverbUS /ˈkɑːmentɪŋ/
-ing form of “comment” — make or write a comment on
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
dearly loved
From this reading "Tippy dear, not so loud."
depressionnounUS /dɪˈpreʃən/
a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Albert did not sail.
dinedverbUS /daɪnd/
past form of “dine” — have supper; eat dinner
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
interimnounUS /ˈɪntərəm/
the time between one event, process, or period and another
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
It's
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From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
lobbynounUS /ˈlɑːbi/
a large entrance or reception room or area
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading "Look at that tight skirt, will you!
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity
From this reading "Tippy dear, not so loud."
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Albert did not sail.
observingadjectiveUS /əbˈzɜːrvɪŋ/
quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
peacockery
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From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
restaurantnounUS /ˈrestərɑːnt/
a building where people go to eat
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
traverse or travel on (a body of water)
From this reading Albert did not sail.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
self-respectingadjectiveUS /ˌselfrɪˈspektɪŋ/
having or showing self-esteem
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
skirtnounUS /skɜːrt/
cloth covering that forms the part of a garment below the waist
From this reading "Look at that tight skirt, will you!
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "Tippy dear, not so loud."
spendingnounUS /ˈspendɪŋ/
the act of spending or disbursing money
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
swirlverbUS /swɜːrl/
turn in a twisting or spinning motion
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Look at that tight skirt, will you!
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
theaternounUS /ˈθiːətər/
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
tightadjectiveUS /taɪt/
closely constrained or constricted or constricting
From this reading "Look at that tight skirt, will you!
TippyadjectiveUS /ˈtɪpi/
(used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail
From this reading "Tippy dear, not so loud."
tiredadjectiveUS /ˈtaɪərd/
depleted of strength or energy
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
transientnounUS /ˈtrænʒənt/
one who stays for only a short time
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
be dressed in
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
in or at the place that
From this reading A certain depression seemed to settle over him the evening following, after they had dined at a Broadway restaurant and were spending the interim before theater in the lobby of the Hotel Astor, where Mrs. Becker never tired of observing and commenting upon the transient swirl and peacockery.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading "Look at that tight skirt, will you!
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading It's a shame for any self-respecting woman to have to look at, much less wear it."
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Look at that tight skirt, will you!
