used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
amusementsnounUS /əˈmjuːzmənts/
plural of “amusement” — a feeling of delight at being entertained
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
a committee having supervisory powers
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
bookedadjectiveUS /bʊkt/
reserved in advance
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
a boy or man
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
dearly loved
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
Digby
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From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
dinnersnounUS /ˈdɪnərz/
plural of “dinner” — the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
don't
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From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
enjoyingverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
Forrester
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From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
friend'snounUS /frendz/
possessive form of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
the act of departing
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
a social unit living together
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
I'm
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From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
I've
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From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
the lack of knowledge or education
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
intentionallyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈtenʃənəli/
with intention; in an intentional manner
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
owning or consisting of land or real estate
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
hear with intention
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
lodgingnounUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪŋ/
structures collectively in which people are housed
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
normaladjectiveUS /ˈnɔːrməl/
conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
organizeverbUS /ˈɔːrɡənaɪz/
create (as an entity)
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
a full supply
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
past form of “proceed” — continue talking
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
past form of “protest” — utter words of protest
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
seatsnounUS /siːts/
an area that includes places where several people can sit
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
express a supposition
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Peter Digby seemed to begin a new chapter of life for the entire household.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading "My dear chap!" he said, "I've got plenty of money, and I'm going to enjoy myself in my own way.
at the time that
From this reading He booked theatre seats and arranged dinners, and refused to listen when Forrester protested.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He took it for granted, whether intentionally or in ignorance, that his friend's marriage was a normal one, and proceeded to organize amusements and means of enjoying his stay with them to the full.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
you'll
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From this reading I landed myself on you, and as I don't suppose you'll allow me to pay for my board and lodging I'm going to get my own back by taking the girls about as much as I can.
