Chapter XXII · Chapter 22

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

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

(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 Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

more than enough in size or scope or capacity

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

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

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

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From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

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

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

for the reason that

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

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From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

plural of “blossom” — reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

show off

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

of surpassing excellence

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

pleasing or delighting

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

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

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

boldly resisting authority or an opposing force

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

having lost your job

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

take in liquids

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

inflected form of “dwell” — think moodily or anxiously about something

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

plural of “entertainment” — an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading Thus Mrs Pansey's entertainments were usually the most successful of the Beorminster season.

a day or period of time set aside for feasting and celebration

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

any material that fills a space or container

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

before anything else

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

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From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

set up or found

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

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

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

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

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

a woman host

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

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

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

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

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

plural of “invitation” — a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

plural of “lawn” — a field of cultivated and mowed grass

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

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

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

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

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

plural of “obligation” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

on one occasion

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

located, suited for, or taking place in the open air

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

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From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

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From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

an arc of colored light in the sky caused by refraction of the sun's rays by rain

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

on the contrary

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

get something; come into possession of

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

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From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading Thus Mrs Pansey's entertainments were usually the most successful of the Beorminster season.

in the second place

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

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

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

relating to human society and its members

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

past form of “stay” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome

From this reading Thus Mrs Pansey's entertainments were usually the most successful of the Beorminster season.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

confined on all sides

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

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

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

filled with great numbers crowded together

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading Thus Mrs Pansey's entertainments were usually the most successful of the Beorminster season.

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

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

a source of difficulty

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

under normal conditions

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

precisely as stated

From this reading Nearly all the invitations had been accepted; firstly, because Mrs Pansey made things unpleasant afterwards for such defiant spirits as stayed away; secondly, for the very attractive reason that the meat and drink provided by the hostess were of the best.

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

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Her festival, to which all that Beorminster could boast of in the way of society was invited, usually took the form of an out-of-door party, as Mrs Pansey found that she could receive more people, and trouble herself less about their entertainment, by filling her grounds than by crushing them into the rather small reception-rooms of her house.

of good upbringing

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

having tasteful clothing and being scrupulously neat

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

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From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

at the time that

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

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From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Besides, the gardens were really charming, and the wide-spreading green of the lawns, surrounded by ample flower-beds, now brilliant with rainbow blossoms, looked most picturesque when thronged with well-dressed, well-bred, well-pleased guests.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading MRS PANSEY'S FESTIVAL Once a year the archdeacon's widow discharged her social obligations by throwing open the gaol in which she dwelt.