used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
abidingadjectiveUS /əˈbaɪdɪŋ/
lasting a long time
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
any thing at all
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
past form of “betray” — reveal unintentionally
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading She had come to recognise where she stood and to face the position.
continuancenounUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəns/
the act of continuing an activity without interruption
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
dexteritynounUS /dekˈsterəti/
adroitness in using the hands
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
else
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From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
EMBASSAGE
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From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
apart from; not including
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading She had come to recognise where she stood and to face the position.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
invocationnounUS /ˌɪnvəˈkeɪʃən/
a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
immediately past
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
the collection of rules imposed by authority
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
Lynborough
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From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
Lynborough's
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From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
Marchesa's
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From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
not any; not one
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
no person; not anyone
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
Norah
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From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
held or filled or in use
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
and nothing more
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
a course of conduct
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
pendingadjectiveUS /ˈpendɪŋ/
awaiting conclusion or confirmation
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
pessimismnounUS /ˈpesəmɪzəm/
the feeling that things will turn out badly
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading She had come to recognise where she stood and to face the position.
precariousadjectiveUS /priˈkeriəs/
affording no ease or reassurance
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
recogniseverbUS /ˈrekəɡnaɪz/
show approval or appreciation of
From this reading She had come to recognise where she stood and to face the position.
repelledverbUS /rəˈpeld/
inflected form of “repel” — cause to move back by force or influence
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
resourcenounUS /ˈriːsɔːrs/
available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
established or decided beyond dispute or doubt
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
settlementnounUS /ˈsetəlmənt/
a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
make steady
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
Stillford's
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From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading She had come to recognise where she stood and to face the position.
make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
successesnounUS /səkˈsesəz/
plural of “success” — an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
temporaryadjectiveUS /ˈtempəreri/
not permanent; not lasting
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading Stillford’s steady pessimism left her no hope from an invocation of the law; Lynborough’s dexterity and resource promised her no abiding victory--at best only precarious temporary successes--in a private continuance of the struggle.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
in or at the place that
From this reading She had come to recognise where she stood and to face the position.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Whether Lynborough attracted or repelled, he at least occupied and filled her thoughts.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
belonging to which person
From this reading While the question of the path was pending, she had been unable to think of anything else; until it was settled she could think of nobody except of the man in whose hands the settlement lay.
the words that are spoken
From this reading AN EMBASSAGE The Marchesa’s last words to Lady Norah betrayed the state of her mind.
