1905
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From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
from appearances alone
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
baconnounUS /ˈbeɪkən/
back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
bustled
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From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
a period of 100 years
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
cheerfulnessnounUS /ˈtʃɪrfəlnəs/
the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
CleggnounUS /kleɡ/
large swift fly the female of which sucks blood of various animals
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
consistedverbUS /kənˈsɪstəd/
past form of “consist” — originate
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
cookedadjectiveUS /kʊkt/
having been prepared for eating by the application of heat
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
diminutionnounUS /ˌdɪməˈnuːʃən/
change toward something smaller or lower
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
inflected form of “eat” — take in solid food
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
Ely's
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From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
etc
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From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
divisible by two
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
something regarded with special favor or liking
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
friend'snounUS /frendz/
possessive form of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
hustledverbUS /ˈhʌsəld/
past form of “hustle” — cause to move furtively and hurriedly
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
a room equipped for preparing meals
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
Lathrop
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From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
Lathrop's
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From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
MagazinenounUS /ˈmæɡəziːn/
a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
the food served and eaten at one time
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
sporadically and infrequently
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
and nothing more
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
being directly across from each other; facing
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
preparationnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃən/
the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
printedverbUS /ˈprɪntɪd/
past form of “print” — put into print
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
ProposalnounUS /prəˈpoʊzəl/
something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
prepared and printed for distribution and sale
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
Reader'snounUS /ˈriːdərz/
possessive form of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
RejuvenationnounUS /rɪˌdʒuːvəˈneɪʃən/
the phenomenon of vitality and freshness being restored
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
marked by exceptional merit
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
slicenounUS /slaɪs/
a share of something
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
sprightlyadjectiveUS /ˈspraɪtli/
full of spirit and vitality
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
of high or superior quality or performance
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
Susan
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From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
Susan's
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From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
in or at that place or location
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
thousandthnounUS /ˈθaʊzəndθ/
position 1,000 in a countable series of things
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
toastverbUS /toʊst/
make brown and crisp by heating
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
versionnounUS /ˈvɜːrʒən/
an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
precisely as stated
From this reading The original version of "A Very Superior Man" appeared in "The Red Book."_ Miss Clegg was getting her own favorite tea.
the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
at the time that
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading This always consisted of itself, toast, and a slice of bacon; and she apparently took as much pleasure in the preparation of the meal as if it were not the ten thousandth of its kind which she had cooked and eaten.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading As she hustled and bustled here and there, her manner seemed even more sprightly than usual; and it was only occasionally, when her glance fell upon the light shining across from her friend's kitchen window opposite, that her cheerfulness knew any diminution.
any of various predatory carnivorous canine mammals of North America and Eurasia that usually hunt in packs
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
Woman'snounUS /ˈwʊmənz/
possessive form of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading _Author of "Susan Clegg and her Friend Mrs. Lathrop," "The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary," "A Woman's Will," etc._ _"Mrs. Lathrop's Love Affair" appeared in "The Century Magazine" in 1905.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading "The Wolf at Susan's Door" was published in "The Reader's Magazine" in the early part of the present year, and "Old Man Ely's Proposal" is printed for the first time in this volume.
