used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
absorbedadjectiveUS /əbˈzɔːrbd/
giving or marked by complete attention to
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
anticipationsnounUS /ænˌtɪsəˈpeɪʃənz/
plural of “anticipation” — an expectation
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
past form of “approach” — move towards
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
banishverbUS /ˈbænɪʃ/
expel from a community or group
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
small room on a ship or boat where people sleep
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
canyonnounUS /ˈkænjən/
a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
chasingverbUS /ˈtʃeɪsɪŋ/
-ing form of “chase” — go after with the intent to catch
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
confideverbUS /kənˈfaɪd/
reveal in private; tell confidentially
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
convictionsnounUS /kənˈvɪkʃənz/
plural of “conviction” — an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
characterized by great determination
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
command with authority
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
fearful expectation or anticipation
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
dreamingnounUS /ˈdriːmɪŋ/
imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
flashingnounUS /ˈflæʃɪŋ/
a short vivid experience
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
dismiss from the mind; stop remembering
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
past form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
GladdenverbUS /ˈɡlædən/
make glad or happy
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
HoustonnounUS /ˈhjuːstən/
the largest city in Texas; located in southeastern Texas near the Gulf of Mexico; site of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
indefinableadjectiveUS /ˌɪndɪˈfaɪnəbəl/
not capable of being precisely or readily described; not easily put into words
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
a message received and understood
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
involvedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvɑːlvd/
connected by participation or association or use
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
Jack'snounUS /dʒæks/
possessive form of “jack” — a small worthless amount
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
keenestadjectiveUS /ˈkiːnəst/
superlative of “keen” — having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
Lyle
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From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
Lyle's
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From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
overshadowverbUS /ˈoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/
be greater in significance than
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
perplexverbUS /pərˈpleks/
be a mystery or bewildering to
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
placingverbUS /ˈpleɪsɪŋ/
-ing form of “place” — put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
planningnounUS /ˈplænɪŋ/
an act of formulating a program for a definite course of action
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
probableadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːbəbəl/
likely but not certain to be or become true or real
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
pursueverbUS /pərˈsuː/
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
recognitionnounUS /ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃən/
the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
referverbUS /rəˈfɜːr/
make reference to
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
resembledverbUS /rɪˈzembəld/
past form of “resemble” — appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
resultingverbUS /rɪˈzʌltɪŋ/
-ing form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
plural of “stranger” — anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
strengthenedadjectiveUS /ˈstreŋθənd/
given added strength or support
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
with strength or in a strong manner
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
causing fear or dread or terror
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
theoriesnounUS /ˈθɪriz/
plural of “theory” — a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading So absorbed was she in her own thoughts and plans, that not until she had nearly approached the house, did she observe the presence of strangers.
precisely as stated
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
vividadjectiveUS /ˈvɪvəd/
evoking lifelike images within the mind
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
past form of “watch” — look attentively
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While she had gained very little direct information, Jack's theories had strengthened her own convictions, though placing the matter in a slightly different light.
whoever
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From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
windingadjectiveUS /ˈwaɪndɪŋ/
marked by repeated turns and bends
From this reading As Miss Gladden slowly followed the winding canyon road on her return from the little cabin, the thoughts flashing through her mind very strongly resembled the lights and shadows which she had watched chasing each other across the mountain side.
in the company of; together with
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
the words that are spoken
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Not dreaming, however, that the words could refer to herself, or those in whom she was most deeply interested, she tried to banish this feeling by planning what course would be best to pursue regarding Lyle, and determined to confide the whole matter to Houston, and ask his advice.
but in spite of that
From this reading She had a very vivid imagination, and looked forward with anticipations of keenest pleasure to the coming of Lyle's friends,--whoever they might be--and their probable recognition of her; and yet she could not forget Jack's words regarding the terrible cost which might be involved, resulting in possible tragedy, and an indefinable dread seemed at times to overshadow all other thoughts, and perplex her.
