adeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
abstractionsnounUS /æbˈstrækʃənz/
plural of “abstraction” — a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
andeterminerUS /æn/
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
answersnounUS /ˈænsərz/
plural of “answer” — a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
aptadjectiveUS /æpt/
(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
Arnfinn
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From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
Arnfinn's
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From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
asconjunctionUS /æz/
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
Augusta'snounUS /əˈɡʌstəz/
possessive form of “augusta” — the capital of the state of Maine
From this reading But, whatever you do, have the goodness to release Augusta’s hand.
awareadjectiveUS /əˈwer/
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
awkwardadjectiveUS /ˈɑːkwərd/
causing inconvenience
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
barnsnounUS /bɑːrnz/
plural of “barn” — an outlying farm building for storing grain or animal feed and housing farm animals
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
bassnounUS /bæs/
the lowest part of the musical range
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
boastverbUS /boʊst/
show off
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
bootnounUS /buːt/
footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
bownounUS /baʊ/
a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
brightadjectiveUS /braɪt/
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
broadadjectiveUS /brɔːd/
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
butconjunctionUS /bʌt/
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
cordialitynoun
a cordial disposition
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
cousin'snounUS /ˈkʌzənz/
possessive form of “cousin” — the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
cozyadjectiveUS /ˈkoʊzi/
enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
criedverbUS /kraɪd/
inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
deepadjectiveUS /diːp/
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
didn't
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From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
dimlyadverbUS /ˈdɪmli/
in a dim indistinct manner
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
discoververbUS /dɪˈskʌvər/
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
doauxiliary verbUS /duː/
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading But, whatever you do, have the goodness to release Augusta’s hand.
emphaticadjectiveUS /emˈfætɪk/
spoken with emphasis
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
enclosedadjectiveUS /enˈkloʊzd/
closed in or surrounded or included within
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
endeavoredverbUS /ɪnˈdevərd/
past form of “endeavor” — attempt by employing effort
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
extendedadjectiveUS /ɪkˈstendəd/
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
fallverbUS /fɔːl/
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
findverbUS /faɪnd/
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
firmlyadverbUS /ˈfɜːrmli/
with resolute determination
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
fittingadjectiveUS /ˈfɪtɪŋ/
in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
forwardadverbUS /ˈfɔːrwərd/
at or to or toward the front
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
full-ringing
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From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
gaylyadverb
in a joyous manner
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
givingnounUS /ˈɡɪvɪŋ/
the act of giving
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
goodnessnounUS /ˈɡʊdnəs/
that which is pleasing or valuable or useful
From this reading But, whatever you do, have the goodness to release Augusta’s hand.
graspedverbUS /ɡræspt/
past form of “grasp” — hold firmly
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
handnounUS /hænd/
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading But, whatever you do, have the goodness to release Augusta’s hand.
HepronounUS /hiː/
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
heavennounUS /ˈhevən/
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
himpronounUS /hɪm/
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
IpronounUS /aɪ/
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
impressionnounUS /ˌɪmˈpreʃən/
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
increasingadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkriːsɪŋ/
becoming greater or larger
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
inhabitedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈhæbətəd/
having inhabitants; lived in
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
itpronounUS /ɪt/
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
knowverbUS /noʊ/
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
madeadjectiveUS /meɪd/
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
meanverbUS /miːn/
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
momentnounUS /ˈmoʊmənt/
a particular point in time
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
multifariousadjective
having many aspects or qualities
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
nextadjectiveUS /nekst/
immediately following in time or order
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
NodeterminerUS /noʊ/
not any; not one
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
notadverbUS /nɑːt/
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
onepronounUS /wʌn/
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
ownverbUS /oʊn/
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
palmnounUS /pɑːm/
the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
parsonagenounUS /ˈpɑːrsənɪdʒ/
an official residence provided by a church for its parson or vicar or rector
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
presentlyadverbUS /ˈprezəntli/
in the near future
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
pressedadjectiveUS /prest/
compacted by ironing
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
profoundadjectiveUS /proʊˈfaʊnd/
showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
questionsnounUS /ˈkwestʃənz/
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
quiteadverbUS /kwaɪt/
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
reducedadjectiveUS /rəˈduːst/
made less in size or amount or degree
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
releaseverbUS /riˈliːs/
release, as from one's grip
From this reading But, whatever you do, have the goodness to release Augusta’s hand.
saidadjectiveUS /sed/
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
shakeverbUS /ʃeɪk/
move or cause to move back and forth
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
smalladjectiveUS /smɔːl/
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
softadjectiveUS /sɑːft/
yielding readily to pressure or weight
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
somewhatadverbUS /ˈsʌmˈwʌt/
to a small degree or extent
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
steppedverbUS /stept/
inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
stilladjectiveUS /stɪl/
not in physical motion
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
StrandnounUS /strænd/
a pattern forming a unity within a larger structural whole
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
strongadjectiveUS /strɔːŋ/
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
swayverbUS /sweɪ/
move back and forth or sideways
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
tellverbUS /tel/
express in words
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
thankverbUS /θæŋk/
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
thedeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
thesedeterminerUS /ðiːz/
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
thosedeterminerUS /ðoʊz/
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
truthnounUS /truːθ/
a fact that has been verified
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
unclenounUS /ˈʌŋkəl/
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
unhappyadjectiveUS /ənˈhæpi/
experiencing or marked by or causing sadness or sorrow or discontent
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
veryadjectiveUS /ˈveri/
precisely as stated
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
voluminousadjectiveUS /vəˈluːmənəs/
large in volume or bulk
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
Vording
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From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Strand stepped forward, made a deep but somewhat awkward bow, and was dimly aware that a small soft hand was extended to him, and, in the next moment, was enclosed in his own broad and voluminous palm.
wepronounUS /wiː/
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
whateverdeterminerUS /ˌwʌˈtevər/
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading But, whatever you do, have the goodness to release Augusta’s hand.
whenconjunctionUS /wen/
at the time that
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
willmodal verbUS /wɪl/
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading He grasped it firmly, and, in one of those profound abstractions into which he was apt to fall when under the sway of a strong impression, pressed it with increasing cordiality, while he endeavored to find fitting answers to Arnfinn’s multifarious questions.
youpronounUS /juː/
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “No, thank heaven, we are not quite reduced to that,” cried Arnfinn, gayly; “we still boast a parsonage, as you will presently discover, and a very bright and cozy one, to boot.
yourdeterminerUS /jɔːr/
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “To tell the truth, Vording,” he said, in a deep, full-ringing bass, “I didn’t know that these were your cousin’s barns--I mean that your uncle”--giving the unhappy hand an emphatic shake--“inhabited these barns.”
