Chapter I · Chapter 1

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

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

capable of arousing and holding the attention

From this reading It became the absorbing topic of village talk immediately.

(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 It kept him in a cold shiver all the time.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

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

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

any thing at all

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

a particular environment or surrounding influence

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Tom could not get away from it.

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

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading It became the absorbing topic of village talk immediately.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading It kept him in a cold shiver all the time.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

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

From this reading Tom could not get away from it.

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

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

plural of “fear” — an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

plural of “feeler” — one of a pair of mobile appendages on the head of e.g. insects and crustaceans; typically sensitive to touch and taste

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Tom could not get away from it.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Tom could not get away from it.

light informal conversation for social occasions

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

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

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

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

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

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From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading It became the absorbing topic of village talk immediately.

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

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It became the absorbing topic of village talk immediately.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading It kept him in a cold shiver all the time.

evidencing the possession of inside information

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

immediately past

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

the location of something surrounded by other things

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

kill intentionally and with premeditation

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Tom could not get away from it.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It became the absorbing topic of village talk immediately.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

past form of “persuade” — win approval or support for

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement

From this reading It kept him in a cold shiver all the time.

shake, as from cold

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

ready to fall asleep

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

not in physical motion

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

believed likely

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading It became the absorbing topic of village talk immediately.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

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

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

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

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading It kept him in a cold shiver all the time.

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

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

male cat

From this reading Tom could not get away from it.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading It became the absorbing topic of village talk immediately.

the act of testing something

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.

with vigor; in a vigorous manner

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading It became the absorbing topic of village talk immediately.

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

From this reading AT last the sleepy atmosphere was stirred--and vigorously: the murder trial came on in the court.

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

From this reading Every reference to the murder sent a shudder to his heart, for his troubled conscience and fears almost persuaded him that these remarks were put forth in his hearing as "feelers"; he did not see how he could be suspected of knowing anything about the murder, but still he could not be comfortable in the midst of this gossip.