Chapter IV

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

having fair knowledge of

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

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

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

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

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

on or to one side

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

tried unsuccessfully

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

not breathing or able to breathe except with difficulty

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

an occurrence of something

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

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From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

the highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

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

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

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From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

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From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

pass by

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

having dropped by the force of gravity

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

-ing form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

having frets

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

(of wood) darkened or colored by exposure to ammonia fumes

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

past form of “gallop” — ride at a galloping pace

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

the act of giving

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

the act of departing

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

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From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

cause to stop

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

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From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

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

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

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From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

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

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

to an immeasurable degree; beyond measurement

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

in an imperious manner

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

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

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

made greater in size or amount or degree

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

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From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

past form of “knock” — deliver a sharp blow or push

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

immediately past

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

plural of “league” — an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

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

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

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

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

a strong feeling or emotion

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

the property of being smooth and shiny

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

-ing form of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

past form of “push” — move with force

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

(of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

express in words

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

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

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

in an exhaustive manner

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

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

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading At last Daréna appeared at the hôtel de Grandvilain one morning, hurried and breathless, like a man who had galloped twelve leagues without a halt.

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

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

capable of being seen; or open to easy view

From this reading “I don’t care whether he’s up or in bed, he is always visible to me,” replied Daréna imperiously.

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

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

at the time that

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

which person or people

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

in the company of; together with

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading It was for the purpose of giving him time to reach that climax of passion, that Daréna, who was thoroughly acquainted with the human heart, had allowed several days to elapse without going to see him.

Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.

the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-three and one

From this reading XXIV THE POLISH INTRIGUE Chérubin did not see Daréna for a week; he fretted and fumed with impatience, fearing that his intrigue with the pretty Pole had fallen through altogether; and, as is always the case, he became immeasurably more enamored of the object of his passion as his fear of not possessing her increased.

but in spite of that

From this reading He pushed old Jasmin aside and almost knocked him down, when that worthy retainer attempted to tell him that he did not know whether he could see his master, who had not yet risen.