Chapter XII · Chapter 12

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From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

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

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

later than; following

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

anew

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

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

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Her head is resting on Mrs. Miller’s lap, and she seems to be sleeping.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

free from obscurity and easy to understand; the comprehensibility of clear expression

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

the coloring of a person's face

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

being joined in close association

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

possessive form of “crane” — United States writer (1871-1900)

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

amazingly impressive; suggestive of the flashing of lightning

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

increased or intensified in value or beauty or quality

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading On a low stool, at her feet, sits Fanny.

a city in central Italy on the Arno; provincial capital of Tuscany; center of the Italian Renaissance from 14th to 16th centuries

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

the capital of Kentucky; located in northern Kentucky

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading Her head is resting on Mrs. Miller’s lap, and she seems to be sleeping.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

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

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

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

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

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

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

lie partly over or alongside of something or of one another

From this reading Her head is resting on Mrs. Miller’s lap, and she seems to be sleeping.

the literary culture

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading On a low stool, at her feet, sits Fanny.

march in a procession

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

English playwright and pamphleteer (1570-1627)

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

United States bandleader of a popular big band (1909-1944)

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

possessive form of “miller” — United States bandleader of a popular big band (1909-1944)

From this reading Her head is resting on Mrs. Miller’s lap, and she seems to be sleeping.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

absolutely essential

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

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

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Her head is resting on Mrs. Miller’s lap, and she seems to be sleeping.

any loose flowing garment

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

an artist's brush made of sable hairs

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Her head is resting on Mrs. Miller’s lap, and she seems to be sleeping.

third-person singular of “sit” — be seated

From this reading On a low stool, at her feet, sits Fanny.

the state of being asleep

From this reading Her head is resting on Mrs. Miller’s lap, and she seems to be sleeping.

a simple seat without a back or arms

From this reading On a low stool, at her feet, sits Fanny.

sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect

From this reading Her dazzling beauty seems enhanced by the striking contrast between the clearness of her complexion and the sable of her robe.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

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

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

informal terms for clothing

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

the topmost one of two

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

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

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

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

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Seated at her work table, in one of the upper rooms of Mrs. Crane’s boarding house, is our old friend, Kate Miller.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading LETTERS WRITTEN BUT NEVER RECEIVED In order to keep the threads of our narrative connected, it is necessary that we go back for a time, and again open the scene in Frankfort, on the 24th of March, several days after the party, at which Florence Woodburn met Fanny Middleton.