used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
accusationnounUS /ˌækjəˈzeɪʃən/
a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
alterationnounUS /ˌɔːltərˈeɪʃən/
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
the event of one object coming closer to another
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
Barnard
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From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
BaronetnounUS /ˈberənət/
a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
behalfnounUS /bɪˈhæf/
as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as “on behalf of” rather than “in behalf of”)
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
capacitynounUS /kəˈpæsəti/
capability to perform or produce
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
combatsnounUS /kəmˈbæts/
plural of “combat” — an engagement fought between two military forces
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
complaintnounUS /kəmˈpleɪnt/
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
contradictedverbUS /ˌkɑːntrəˈdɪktəd/
past form of “contradict” — be in contradiction with
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
corruptverbUS /kərˈʌpt/
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
createverbUS /kriˈeɪt/
make or cause to be or to become
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
diligencenounUS /ˈdɪlədʒəns/
conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
dispelsverbUS /dɪˈspelz/
third-person singular of “dispel” — force to go away; used both with concrete and metaphoric meanings
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
the act of consuming liquids
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
electionnounUS /ɪˈlekʃən/
a vote to select the winner of a position or political office
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
essaynounUS /eˈseɪ/
an analytic or interpretive literary composition
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
excessiveadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsesɪv/
beyond normal limits
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
fatiguenounUS /fəˈtiːɡ/
temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
a feeling of favorable regard
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
destroyed or killed
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
habitualadjectiveUS /həˈbɪtʃuːəl/
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
hatefuladjectiveUS /ˈheɪtfəl/
evoking or deserving hatred
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
HectornounUS /ˈhektər/
(Greek mythology) a mythical Trojan who was killed by Achilles during the Trojan War
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
hoarsenessnounUS /ˈhɔːrsnəs/
a throaty harshness
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
incapableadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/
(followed by “of”) lacking capacity or ability
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
incessantadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈsesənt/
uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
intellectnounUS /ˈɪntəlekt/
knowledge and intellectual ability
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
lungsnounUS /lʌŋz/
plural of “lung” — either of two saclike respiratory organs in the chest of vertebrates; serves to remove carbon dioxide and provide oxygen to the blood
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
engage in
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
the force of workers available
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
absolutely essential
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
neglectverbUS /nəˈɡlekt/
leave undone or leave out
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
not any; not one
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
oratorynounUS /ˈɔːrətɔːri/
addressing an audience formally (usually a long and rhetorical address and often pompous)
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
a strong feeling or emotion
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
pollnounUS /poʊl/
an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
a customary way of operation or behavior
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
preparationsnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
resentedverbUS /riˈzentɪd/
past form of “resent” — feel bitter or indignant about
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
term of address for a man
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
spectaclenounUS /ˈspektəkəl/
something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
not in physical motion
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
talentnounUS /ˈtælənt/
natural abilities or qualities
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
(of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
underwentverbUS /ˌʌndərˈwent/
inflected form of “undergo” — pass through
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
not usual or common or ordinary
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
Moral excellence and goodness of character; the highest human attainment in Stoic philosophy.
From this reading _The opening of the poll: My first essay at public oratory: The general feelings of men in favour of virtue, though contradicted by their practice: The hateful spectacle of a corrupt election, and more cause of complaint against the Baronet: A false accusation resented_ Passion dispels passion, and care combats care.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading It may well be said that circumstances and situation make the man.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The fatigue he underwent was excessive; and, impossible as it was that he should create any strong sympathy, I still felt some interest in his behalf; and some alarm at the fixed hoarseness by which his lungs were threatened, and the alteration which incessant drinking and unusual efforts had produced in his appearance.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
which person or people
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Hector, who had no habitual capacity for business or intellect for order, was inspired by the occasion with a degree of talent of which at other times he was incapable.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Sir Barnard was gone, diligence was the more necessary, and preparations for the approaching day would not admit of neglect.
