absolvedadjectiveUS /əbˈzɑːlvd/
freed from any question of guilt
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
animositynounUS /ˌænəˈmɑːsəti/
a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
besetverbUS /bɪˈset/
annoy continually or chronically
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
the time when something begins (especially life)
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
put or pin the blame on
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
custodiannounUS /kəˈstoʊdiən/
one having charge of buildings or grounds or animals
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
discoveriesnounUS /dɪˈskʌvəriz/
plural of “discovery” — the act of discovering something
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
dispatchesnounUS /dɪˈspætʃɪz/
plural of “dispatch” — an official report (usually sent in haste)
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
du
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From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
easieradjectiveUS /ˈiːziər/
comparative of “easy” — posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
divisible by two
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading THE FLIGHT FROM SCEAUX.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE FLIGHT FROM SCEAUX.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
to an extraordinary extent or degree
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
independentlyadverbUS /ˌɪndɪˈpendəntli/
on your own; without outside help
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
investigationnounUS /ˌɪnvestəˈɡeɪʃən/
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
JeromenounUS /dʒərˈoʊm/
(Roman Catholic Church) one of the great Fathers of the early Christian Church whose major work was his translation of the Scriptures from Hebrew and Greek into Latin (which became the Vulgate); a saint and Doctor of the Church (347-420)
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
Jerome's
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From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
title used for a married Frenchwoman
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
MainenounUS /meɪn/
a state in New England
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
used to form the superlative
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
oppressedadjectiveUS /əˈprest/
burdened psychologically or mentally
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
by chance
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
perilsnounUS /ˈperəlz/
plural of “peril” — a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
the act of having and controlling property
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
compacted by ironing
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
prudentadjectiveUS /ˈpruːdənt/
careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
reclaimverbUS /riˈkleɪm/
claim back
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
to give an account or representation of in words
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
responsibilitynounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪləti/
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
responsibleadjectiveUS /riˈspɑːnsəbəl/
worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
free from danger or the risk of harm
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
express in words
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
SCEAUX
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From this reading THE FLIGHT FROM SCEAUX.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
Serigny
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From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
Serigny's
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From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
an impression that something might be the case
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
express in words
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE FLIGHT FROM SCEAUX.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading I thought it most prudent and proper under present conditions to see the dispatches safe in de Serigny's hands--then, at least, I would be absolved from any blame in the matter.
having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
vanishverbUS /ˈvænɪʃ/
get lost, as without warning or explanation
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
hope for; have a wish
From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I need tell Serigny nothing of my suspicion of Jerome; even if true, his animosity would vanish with the cause which gave it birth.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading The responsibility brought by the possession of such valuable state papers oppressed me greatly, to say nothing of the perils which would beset their custodian if it became Jerome's purpose to reclaim them.
Yvard
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From this reading Serigny held me responsible, and it would perhaps be the part of wisdom to act independently of Jerome, report fully to Serigny, and if it were then his wish that the investigation concerning Yvard and Madame du Maine be pressed to further discoveries, nothing would be easier than to return to Paris almost before Jerome could miss me.
