used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
adjournedverbUS /əˈdʒɜːrnd/
past form of “adjourn” — close at the end of a session
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
how long something has existed
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The fact is, they are here.'"
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
an occurrence of something
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
conflictnounUS /ˈkɑːnflɪkt/
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
DR
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading DR.
plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
exclamationsnounUS /ˌekskləˈmeɪʃənz/
plural of “exclamation” — an abrupt excited utterance
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading The fact is, they are here.'"
the soft tissue of the body of a vertebrate: mainly muscle tissue and fat
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
HARRY'S
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading The fact is, they are here.'"
homesnounUS /hoʊmz/
plural of “home” — where you live at a particular time
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
husbandsnounUS /ˈhʌzbəndz/
plural of “husband” — a married man; a woman's partner in marriage
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
prepareverbUS /priˈper/
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
problemnounUS /ˈprɑːbləm/
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
responsibleadjectiveUS /riˈspɑːnsəbəl/
worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
an elaborate and systematic plan of action
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
being or feeling set or kept apart from others
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
sighsnounUS /saɪz/
plural of “sigh” — an utterance made by exhaling audibly
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
solveverbUS /sɑːlv/
find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
suppersnounUS /ˈsʌpərz/
plural of “supper” — a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
in or at that place or location
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The fact is, they are here.'"
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Thus always in the scheme of things as they are, the duties of life conflict with the duties of religion.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
in or at the place that
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
whoever
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading HARRY'S CASE "'Whatever or whoever is responsible for the existence of such people and such conditions is a problem for the age to solve.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading The meeting of the Ladies' Aid adjourned and its members, with sighs and exclamations of satisfaction over work well done, separated to go to their homes--where there were suppers to prepare for hungry husbands, and children of the flesh.
