Chapter XIX

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

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

plural of “account” — a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

a positive feeling of liking

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

in addition

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

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

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

any thing at all

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

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

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

past form of “associate” — make a logical or causal connection

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

bring into balance or equilibrium

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

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

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

plural of “begin” — Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt) (1913-1992)

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

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From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

marked by blithe unconcern

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

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From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

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

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

determine the number or amount of

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

a small farm worked by a crofter

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

dearly loved

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

go on board

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

plural of “figure” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

people in general (often used in the plural)

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

a town in northeastern Massachusetts on Cape Ann to the northeast of Boston; the harbor has been a fishing center for centuries

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

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

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

the act of departing

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

a borough of Greater London on the Thames; zero degrees of longitude runs through Greenwich; time is measured relative to Greenwich Mean Time

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

(of animals) fully developed

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

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

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

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

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

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

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

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

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

save up as for future use

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

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

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

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

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

cause to arise

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

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

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

inadequate in amount or degree

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

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

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

something that is lost

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

on one occasion

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

the act of removing

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

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

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

an act of economizing; reduction in cost

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

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

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

plural of “struggle” — an energetic attempt to achieve something

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

an idea that is suggested

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

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

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

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

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

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

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

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

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

a cunning or deceitful action or device

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

plural of “triumph” — a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

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

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

being of use or service

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

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

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

have a certain weight

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

at any time that; every time that

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

in or at the place that

From this reading Once, a casual reference had been made to the house in Tressillian Road, Brockley, where we had lived before going to Chislehurst; this idea appeared to be lacking in boldness.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading Mr. Hillier, as I knew, had been saving money since the loss of his wife (she, dear soul, never was able to acquire the useful trick) and once a man begins to hoard it is difficult to induce him to embark upon anything like adventure or risk.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

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

From this reading It seemed to me that I should have to go to work cautiously in regard to the new scheme in my mind concerning The Croft.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Also, I could not be sure to what extent their affection for the rooms in Gloucester Place might weigh; it was certain that the struggles and triumphs associated in their minds with Greenwich would count whenever a suggestion was offered of removal.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading A policy of carefulness had grown up at Gloucester Place; for some time past accounts had been kept, accounts that had to balance or the expert young folk applied themselves to the figures, and ascertained the reason why.