Chapter XII

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

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

speeded up, as of an academic course

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

plural of “action” — something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

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

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings)

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

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From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

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From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

a long seat for more than one person

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

the two together, not just one

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

an occurrence of something

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

past form of “commemorate” — celebrate by some ceremony or observation

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

continue a certain state, condition, or activity

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

possessive form of “coroner” — a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

loss due to not showing up

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

attempting to or designed to prevent an opponent from winning or scoring

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

not as far along as normal in development

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

greatly pleased

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

a state in which all hope is lost or absent

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

spoiled or ruined or demolished

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

the act of discovering something

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

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From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

(of time) having passed or slipped by

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

exhaled breath

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

set up or found

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

intentional deception resulting in injury to another person

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked)

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

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

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

an opinion formed by judging something

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

on one occasion

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

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

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

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

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

furnished with people

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

an amount of time

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

set down as a rule or guide

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

anything indispensable

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

determined

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

move upward

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

(of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

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

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

with strength or in a strong manner

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

causing surprise or wonder or amazement

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

believed likely

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

a word or expression used for some particular thing

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

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

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

small insectivorous birds

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

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

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

in the direction of

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

create by training and teaching

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

not expected or anticipated

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

(law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

precisely as stated

From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading Delighted, though not much surprised by this discovery, Mr. Runnington resolved at once to follow up his victory.

the process of paying close and continuous attention

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

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From this reading Notwithstanding the verdict of the coroner's inquest, both Mr. Aubrey and Mr. Runnington--and in fact very many others--strongly suspected the true state of the case; viz. that, in the desperation of defeat and dreaded exposure, he had destroyed himself.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

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

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

in the company of; together with

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

the words that are spoken

From this reading Towards the close of the term, Mr. Runnington went to the proper office of the Court of King's Bench, in order to ascertain whether Mr. Titmouse had taken the requisite steps towards defending the actions of ejectment commenced by Mr. Aubrey, and found that, though the prescribed period had elapsed, he had not; in other words, that he had "SUFFERED JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT."

not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth

From this reading With its architect, fell that surprising fabric of fraud and wrong, the rise and fall of which are commemorated in this history--a fabric which, if it had "risen like an exhalation," so like an exhalation had disappeared, and with it all the creatures which had peopled it.

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From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.

but in spite of that

From this reading Though Mr. Runnington's vigilance and ability had set matters into such a train, that, had Mr. Gammon lived to continue his most skilful opposition, he could not have delayed for any considerable length of time Mr. Aubrey's restoration to Yatton, yet the sudden and most unexpected death of Mr. Gammon greatly accelerated that event.