used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
accentuateverbUS /ækˈsentʃuːeɪt/
to stress, single out as important
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
attributenounUS /ˈætrəbjuːt/
a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
Betty
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From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
birthmarknounUS /ˈbɜːrθmɑːrk/
a blemish on the skin that is formed before birth
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
blanchedadjective
anemic looking from illness or emotion
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
plural of “cheek” — either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
circledverbUS /ˈsɜːrkəld/
past form of “circle” — travel around something
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
prevent from being seen or discovered
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
a state at a particular time
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
doubtfullyadverb
in a doubtful manner
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
employer'snounUS /emˈplɔɪərz/
possessive form of “employer” — a person or firm that employs workers
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
GlovenounUS /ɡlʌv/
the handwear used by fielders in playing baseball
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
glowedverbUS /ɡloʊd/
past form of “glow” — emit a steady even light without flames
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
gravernounUS /ˈɡreɪvər/
a tool used by an engraver
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
to a considerable degree
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
illnessnounUS /ˈɪlnəs/
impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
inviteverbUS /ˌɪnˈvaɪt/
increase the likelihood of
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
mirrornounUS /ˈmɪrər/
polished surface that forms images by reflecting light
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
a brief written record
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
and nothing more
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
pallornoun
unnatural lack of color in the skin (as from bruising or sickness or emotional distress)
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
palpableadjectiveUS /ˈpælpəbəl/
capable of being perceived; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
ravagesnounUS /ˈrævɪdʒɪz/
plural of “ravage” — (usually plural) a destructive action
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
rougenounUS /ruːʒ/
makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
scarletnounUS /ˈskɑːrlət/
a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
sleeplessadjectiveUS /ˈsliːpləs/
experiencing or accompanied by sleeplessness
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
stainnounUS /steɪn/
a soiled or discolored appearance
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
successfullyadverbUS /səkˈsesfəli/
with success; in a successful manner
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
sullenlyadverb
in a sullen manner
From this reading Only the birthmark, like a scarlet stain, glowed sullenly and served but to accentuate her pallor.
sunkenadjectiveUS /ˈsʌŋkən/
having a sunken area
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
an impression that something might be the case
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
torturedadjectiveUS /ˈtɔːrtʃərd/
experiencing intense pain especially mental pain
From this reading Dare she hope successfully to conceal the ravages of a sleepless, tortured night?
VelvetnounUS /ˈvelvət/
a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
precisely as stated
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
wanadjectiveUS /wɑːn/
(of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _The Velvet Glove._ Betty was seated before her mirror, gazing somewhat doubtfully from the small round box of rouge in her hand to her wan reflection.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Her cheeks and very lips were blanched and her eyes sunken and heavily circled.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading It were better by far that her employer's keen eyes should note a condition which she could attribute to illness than that her effort to conceal it would be so palpable as to invite suspicion of a graver nature.
