used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
anew
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
past form of “answer” — react verbally
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
any thing at all
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading But at their very first meeting in Tomsk she became again as she was before her departure.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
the two together, not just one
From this reading On both occasions he found her secretive and unkind.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But at their very first meeting in Tomsk she became again as she was before her departure.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
the act of departing
From this reading But at their very first meeting in Tomsk she became again as she was before her departure.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
evasivelyadverb
with evasion; in an evasive manner
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading But at their very first meeting in Tomsk she became again as she was before her departure.
set up or found
From this reading On both occasions he found her secretive and unkind.
depressingly dark
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading On both occasions he found her secretive and unkind.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading On both occasions he found her secretive and unkind.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
hostileadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːstəl/
characterized by enmity or ill will
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
lighternounUS /ˈlaɪtər/
a substance used to ignite or kindle a fire
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
past form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
manifestedverbUS /ˈmænəfestəd/
past form of “manifest” — provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
Maslova
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From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading But at their very first meeting in Tomsk she became again as she was before her departure.
the force of workers available
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
Nekhludoff
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From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
net-covered
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From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
Nijhni
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From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
something you have to do
From this reading On both occasions he found her secretive and unkind.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
on one occasion
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
and nothing more
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
Permnoun
a city in the European part of Russia
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
persecutionsnounUS /ˌpɜːrsəˈkjuːʃəns/
plural of “persecution” — the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
plural of “prisoner” — a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
reproachnounUS /riˈproʊtʃ/
a mild rebuke or criticism
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
secretiveadjectiveUS /ˈsiːkrətɪv/
inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information
From this reading On both occasions he found her secretive and unkind.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
subjectedverbUS /səbˈdʒektɪd/
past form of “subject” — cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
a sudden outburst of anger
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading But at their very first meeting in Tomsk she became again as she was before her departure.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
Tomsk
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From this reading But at their very first meeting in Tomsk she became again as she was before her departure.
tormentedadjectiveUS /ˈtɔːrmentɪd/
experiencing intense pain especially mental pain
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
two times
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
unkindadjectiveUS /ənˈkaɪnd/
lacking kindness
From this reading On both occasions he found her secretive and unkind.
precisely as stated
From this reading But at their very first meeting in Tomsk she became again as she was before her departure.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading And this gloomy temper, due only to the persecutions to which she was being subjected by the men, tormented him.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
at the time that
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Nekhludoff managed to see Maslova only twice between Nijhni and Perm--once in Nijhni while the prisoners were being placed on a net-covered lighter, and again in the office of the Perm prison.
in the company of; together with
From this reading When he asked her about her prison conditions, or whether she wanted anything, she became confused and answered evasively and, as it seemed to him, with that hostile feeling of reproach which she had manifested before.
