used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
activitynounUS /ækˈtɪvəti/
any specific behavior
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
matters of personal concern
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
confined by bonds
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
bungleverbUS /ˈbʌŋɡəl/
make a mess of, destroy or ruin
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
Cisnoun
an alliance made up of states that had been Soviet Socialist Republics in the Soviet Union prior to its dissolution in Dec 1991
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
continue a certain state, condition, or activity
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
recognizable; marked
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
detrimentnounUS /ˈdetrəmənt/
a damage or loss
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
plural of “direction” — a line leading to a place or point
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
ebbverbUS /eb/
flow back or recede
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
employer'snounUS /emˈplɔɪərz/
possessive form of “employer” — a person or firm that employs workers
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
fidelitynounUS /fəˈdeləti/
accuracy with which an electronic system reproduces the sound or image of its input signal
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
flownounUS /floʊ/
the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
holidaysnounUS /ˈhɑːlədeɪz/
plural of “holiday” — leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
intentionallyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈtenʃənəli/
with intention; in an intentional manner
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
lapseverbUS /læps/
pass into a specified state or condition
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
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 Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
plural of “lie” — a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
LucasnounUS /ˈluːkəs/
United States screenwriter and filmmaker (born in 1944)
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
preparationsnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
established beyond doubt
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
Rod's
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From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
a reason for wanting something done
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
a person who is head of an administrative department of government
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
feeling a need to see others suffer
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
the season of growth
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
be standing; be upright
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
successornounUS /səkˈsesər/
a person who follows next in order
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
in or at that place or location
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Cis knew, in spite of her lapse for Rod’s sake, that her successor might easily bungle things, as she never would, or intentionally talk, to her employer’s detriment.
tidesnounUS /taɪdz/
plural of “tide” — the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
transpireverbUS /trænˈspaɪər/
pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Cis had decided to continue as Mr. Lucas’ secretary, at least until spring.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading In view of Mr. Lucas’ proved interest in her, Cis felt in honor bound to stand by for the present, if she could do so.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
at the time that
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
which person or people
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Affairs in which he was interested had taken on sudden activity in ways and directions which would have made it hard for him to begin a new secretary at that time; entire fidelity to him and complete silence as to what had to transpire to his secretary were especially required now in her who filled that office.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading THE NEW YEAR As there are fifteen minutes between tides when the ocean lies quiet at neither ebb nor flow, so the world seems to rest between Christmas and the New Year; preparations for holidays over, active work not resumed.
