used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
(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 He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
arrestverbUS /ərˈest/
take into custody
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
assiduousadjectiveUS /əˈsɪdwəs/
marked by care and persistent effort
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
BalticnounUS /ˈbɔːltɪk/
a sea in northern Europe; stronghold of the Russian navy
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
for the reason that
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
Beorminster
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From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
a senior member of the Christian clergy having spiritual and administrative authority; appointed in Christian churches to oversee priests or ministers; considered in some churches to be successors of the twelve Apostles of Christ
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
the two together, not just one
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
an admission of misdeeds or faults
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
DEAnounUS /diː/
federal agency responsible for enforcing laws and regulations governing narcotics and controlled substances; goal is to immobilize drug trafficking organizations
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
doingsnounUS /ˈduːɪŋz/
manner of acting or controlling yourself
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
dwellersnounUS /ˈdwelərz/
plural of “dweller” — a person who inhabits a particular place
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
egotismnounUS /ˈiːɡətɪzəm/
an exaggerated opinion of your own importance
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
else
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From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
enlightenedadjectiveUS /ˌenˈlaɪtənd/
having knowledge and spiritual insight
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
EXnounUS /eks/
a man who was formerly a certain woman's husband
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
exoneratedadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɑːnəreɪtɪd/
freed from any question of guilt
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
GabrielnounUS /ˈɡeɪbriəl/
(Bible) the archangel who was the messenger of God
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
past form of “guess” — expect, believe, or suppose
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
impendingadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpendɪŋ/
close in time; about to occur
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
marked by a lack of interest
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
JennynounUS /ˈdʒeni/
United States architect who designed the first skyscraper in which a metal skeleton was used (1832-1907)
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
held dear
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
Mab
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From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
MACHINA
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From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
the natural satellite of the Earth
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
Mosk
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From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
Mosk's
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From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
neighboursnounUS /ˈneɪbərz/
plural of “neighbour” — a person who lives (or is located) near another
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
Pendle
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From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
prevalentadjectiveUS /ˈprevələnt/
most frequent or common
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
reassuredadjectiveUS /ˌriːəˈʃʊrd/
having confidence restored; freed from anxiety
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
smoothernounUS /ˈsmuːðər/
a power tool used for sanding wood; an endless loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
an impression that something might be the case
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
therebyadverbUS /ˈðerˈbaɪ/
by that means or because of that
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
topicnounUS /ˈtɑːpɪk/
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading As it was, the hot excitement prevalent in Beorminster left him cold, and both he and Mab might have been dwellers in the moon for all the interest they displayed in the topic of the day.
the act of testing something
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.
a source of difficulty
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
vileadjectiveUS /vaɪl/
morally reprehensible
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
someone who visits
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading He and Mab were all in all to one another, and in the egotism of their love did not trouble themselves about the doings of their neighbours.
at the time that
From this reading It is true that George was relieved and pleased to hear of Mosk's arrest and confession, because Gabriel was thereby exonerated from all suspicion of having committed a vile crime; but when reassured on this point, he ceased to interest himself in the matter.
WrennounUS /ren/
English architect who designed more than fifty London churches (1632-1723)
From this reading DEA EX MACHINA As may be guessed, Captain Pendle, now that the course of true love ran smoother, was an assiduous visitor to the Jenny Wren house.
of very poor quality or condition
From this reading He was ignorant that his brother loved Bell Mosk, as neither Baltic nor the bishop had so far enlightened him, else he might not have been quite so indifferent to the impending trial of the wretched criminal.