Chapter XXIII · Chapter 23

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

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

tolerating without protest

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

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

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

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

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

for the reason that

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

plural of “booth” — a table (in a restaurant or bar) surrounded by two high-backed benches

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

power to direct or determine

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

plural of “cup” — a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

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

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

inflected form of “drink” — take in liquids

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

plural of “dream” — a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

take in liquids

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

the act of consuming liquids

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

one or the other of two

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

opinion or judgment

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

a competitor thought likely to win

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

not fake or counterfeit

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

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

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

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

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

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

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

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

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

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

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

attractive and tempting

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

a state of separation between persons or groups

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

a sudden jarring impact

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

and nothing more

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

-ing form of “lose” — fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

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

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

a state of ill-being due to affliction or misfortune

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

and nothing more

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

plural of “partition” — a vertical structure that divides or separates (as a wall divides one room from another)

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

to some extent; in some degree; not wholly

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

with low volume

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

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From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

plural of “reality” — all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

a hotel located in a resort area

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

a groove or furrow (especially one in soft earth caused by wheels)

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

try to get or reach

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

activities associated with sexual intercourse

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

inclined to or conducive to companionship with others

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

a native or inhabitant of Spain

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

in a systematic or consistent manner

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading He drank carefully, like a Spaniard, never losing control of his feet or of his eyes, taking always just enough to keep his mind away from realities and filled with dreams.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

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

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

a special situation

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

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

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

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

From this reading This he did partly because he had a notion that it was an appropriate thing to do under the circumstances, and partly because he had a genuine need for something to jolt his mind out of its rut of misery.

at the time that

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.

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

From this reading His favourite resort was the Silver Dollar Saloon, which was furnished with tables set between low partitions, so that when he had one of these booths to himself he enjoyed a considerable degree of isolation.

a liquor made from fermented mash of grain

From this reading The next few days Ramon spent quietly and systematically drinking whisky.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He was not sociable in his cups, and did not seek company of either sex, inviting a man to drink with him or accepting such an invitation only when he had to do so.