Chapter I

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

plural of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

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From this reading MISS CECILIA EVESHAM, Mrs. MacGill's companion, _by Jane Findlater_, Author of 'The Green Graves of Balgowrie,' etc.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading MISS CECILIA EVESHAM, Mrs. MacGill's companion, _by Jane Findlater_, Author of 'The Green Graves of Balgowrie,' etc.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

light and humorous drama with a happy ending

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading MISS CECILIA EVESHAM, Mrs. MacGill's companion, _by Jane Findlater_, Author of 'The Green Graves of Balgowrie,' etc.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

past form of “denote” — be a sign or indication of

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

a county in southwestern England

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

United States politician who proposed that individual territories be allowed to decide whether they would have slavery; he engaged in a famous series of debates with Abraham Lincoln (1813-1861)

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

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From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading MISS CECILIA EVESHAM, Mrs. MacGill's companion, _by Jane Findlater_, Author of 'The Green Graves of Balgowrie,' etc.

plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

third-person singular of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

English writer known for his interest in mythology and in the classics (1895-1985)

From this reading MISS CECILIA EVESHAM, Mrs. MacGill's companion, _by Jane Findlater_, Author of 'The Green Graves of Balgowrie,' etc.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading MISS CECILIA EVESHAM, Mrs. MacGill's companion, _by Jane Findlater_, Author of 'The Green Graves of Balgowrie,' etc.

American revolutionary patriot who was president of the Continental Congress; was the first signer of the Declaration of Independence (1737-1793)

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

concerning or belonging to all or at least two or more nations

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

a style of handwriting with the letters slanting to the right

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading MACGILL, of Tunbridge Wells, _by Mary Findlater_, Author of 'The Rose of Joy,' etc.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading MACGILL, of Tunbridge Wells, _by Mary Findlater_, Author of 'The Rose of Joy,' etc.

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From this reading MISS CECILIA EVESHAM, Mrs. MacGill's companion, _by Jane Findlater_, Author of 'The Green Graves of Balgowrie,' etc.

the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading MRS.

inflected form of “occur” — come to pass

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

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From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

plural of “person” — a human being

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

set down or registered in a permanent form especially on film or tape for reproduction

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

capital of the state of Virginia located in the east central part of the state; was capital of the Confederacy during the American Civil War

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading MACGILL, of Tunbridge Wells, _by Mary Findlater_, Author of 'The Rose of Joy,' etc.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

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

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

required or under orders

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

the words of something written

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading MACGILL, of Tunbridge Wells, _by Mary Findlater_, Author of 'The Rose of Joy,' etc.

a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

plural of “underscore” — a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter)

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

a developmental process

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.

prolific English writer best known for his science-fiction novels; he also wrote on contemporary social problems and wrote popular accounts of history and science (1866-1946)

From this reading MACGILL, of Tunbridge Wells, _by Mary Findlater_, Author of 'The Rose of Joy,' etc.

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

From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

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From this reading Italic text is denoted by _underscores_. by Kate Douglas Wiggin Mary Findlater Jane Findlater Allan McAulay Gay and Hancock, Ltd. 12 and 13 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden LONDON An account of certain events which are supposed to have occurred in the month of May 19--, at a quiet inn on Dartmoor, in Devonshire; the events being recorded by the persons most interested in the unfolding of the little international comedy.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading The story is written by four authors, each author being responsible for one character, as follows:-- MISS VIRGINIA POMEROY, of Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A., _by Kate Douglas Wiggin_, Author of 'Penelope's Experiences,' etc.