Chapter VII · Chapter 7

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From this reading The routine record of March 9 is not a desirable text.

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

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

a public promotion of some product or service

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

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

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

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

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

spiritual being attendant upon God

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

reports of the work of a society or learned body etc

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

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

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

use to one's advantage

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

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

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

past form of “consist” — originate

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

make sense of; assign a meaning to

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

able to control or determine policy

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

represented in words especially with sharpness and detail

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

worth having or seeking or achieving

From this reading The routine record of March 9 is not a desirable text.

dominance through threat of punishment and violence

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

plural of “dislike” — an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

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

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

the act of consuming liquids

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

uplifting enlightenment

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

inspired with confidence

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

past form of “exercise” — put to use

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

the trait of being meticulous about matters of taste or style

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

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

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

the act of fighting; any contest or struggle

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

following the third position; number four in a countable series

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

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

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

any place of complete bliss and delight and peace

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

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

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

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From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

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

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

not formal

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

a message received and understood

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

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

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

(law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

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From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

plural of “like” — a similar kind

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

the act of managing something

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

march in a procession

From this reading The routine record of March 9 is not a desirable text.

and nothing more

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

the one or ones belonging to the person speaking

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

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

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

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

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The routine record of March 9 is not a desirable text.

the state of being disregarded or forgotten

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

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

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

on one occasion

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

plural of “pen” — a writing implement with a point from which ink flows

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

(of complexion) blemished by imperfections of the skin

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

a right reserved exclusively by a particular person or group (especially a hereditary or official right)

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

in a productive way

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

past form of “prompt” — give an incentive for action

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events

From this reading The routine record of March 9 is not a desirable text.

a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

not used up

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

third-person singular of “reside” — make one's home in a particular place or community

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

an unvarying or habitual method or procedure

From this reading The routine record of March 9 is not a desirable text.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

the act of choosing or selecting

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

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

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

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

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

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

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

-ing form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

maintained at length without interruption or weakening

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

the words of something written

From this reading The routine record of March 9 is not a desirable text.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

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

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

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

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

a special situation

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

three of four equal parts

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

up to a particular time

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

male cat

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

in the direction of

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

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

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

comparative of “weak” — wanting in physical strength

From this reading The reader, however unruly under weaker management, is by this time made aware of a power, beyond his own likes and dislikes, controlling the selection and treatment of these informal annals.

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

From this reading Encouraged by this assurance, and prompted, as usual, by a refinement which some might construe into fastidiousness, I shall once more avail myself of the prerogative hitherto so profitably sustained.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

which person or people

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

in the company of; together with

From this reading That power, in the nature of things, resides napoleonically with myself, and has, I trust, been exercised toward the information and edification of the few who fall under its jurisdiction-- suggesting, as it does, Tom Hood's idea of perfect rule: An angel from heaven, and a despotism.

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

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading It would merely call forth from fitting oblivion the lambing-down of two stalwart fencers by a pimply old shanty-keeper; and you know this sort of thing has been described ad sickenum by other pens, less proper than mine--described, in fact, till you would think that, in the back-country, drinking took the place of Conduct, as three-fourths of life; whilst the remaining fourth consisted of fighting.