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From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
absorbedadjectiveUS /əbˈzɔːrbd/
giving or marked by complete attention to
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
appointmentnounUS /əˈpɔɪntmənt/
the act of putting a person into a non-elective position
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
Attorney'snounUS /əˈtɜːrniz/
possessive form of “attorney” — a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
actively or fully engaged or occupied
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading It was after six o’clock when Markham came in, looking harassed and tired.
an occurrence of something
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
chauffeurnounUS /ʃoʊˈfɜːr/
a man paid to drive a privately owned car
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
CleavernounUS /ˈkliːvər/
a butcher's knife having a large square blade
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
(often used in combination) having a specified direction
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
dismissedadjectiveUS /dɪˈsmɪst/
having lost your job
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
distraitadjective
having the attention diverted especially because of anxiety
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
engagementsnounUS /enˈɡeɪdʒmənts/
plural of “engagement” — a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
very good; of the highest quality
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
set up or found
From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
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 Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
Giordano's
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From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
harassedadjectiveUS /hərˈæst/
troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances
From this reading It was after six o’clock when Markham came in, looking harassed and tired.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
HeathnounUS /hiːθ/
a low evergreen shrub of the family Ericaceae; has small bell-shaped pink or purple flowers
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
how
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From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
intenselyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈtensli/
to a high degree; extremely; in high concentration or density
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
investigationsnounUS /ˌɪnvestəˈɡeɪʃənz/
plural of “investigation” — an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
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 I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
Lindquist
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From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
Longue
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From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading It was after six o’clock when Markham came in, looking harassed and tired.
take the midday meal
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
title used for a married Frenchwoman
From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
Markham
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From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
MetropolitanadjectiveUS /ˌmetrəˈpɑːlətən/
relating to or characteristic of a metropolis
From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
motornounUS /ˈmoʊtər/
machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
kill intentionally and with premeditation
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
Odell
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From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
operanounUS /ˈɑːprə/
a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
OutlinesnounUS /ˈaʊtlaɪnz/
plural of “outline” — the line that appears to bound an object
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
performancenounUS /pərˈfɔːrməns/
a dramatic or musical entertainment
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
plannedadjectiveUS /plænd/
designed or carried out according to a plan
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
Sans-Gêne
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From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
seatsnounUS /siːts/
an area that includes places where several people can sit
From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
SeptembernounUS /sepˈtembər/
the month following August and preceding October
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
any of several noncommissioned officer ranks in the Army or Air Force or Marines ranking above a corporal
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
significantadjectiveUS /səɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
important in effect or meaning
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading It was after six o’clock when Markham came in, looking harassed and tired.
relating to human society and its members
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
StuyvesantnounUS /ˈstaɪvəsənt/
the last Dutch colonial administrator of New Netherland; in 1664 he was forced to surrender the colony to England (1592-1672)
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
tiredadjectiveUS /ˈtaɪərd/
depleted of strength or energy
From this reading It was after six o’clock when Markham came in, looking harassed and tired.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Though the performance was excellent, Vance was too _distrait_ to enjoy it; and it was significant that, after the opera, he directed the chauffeur to the Stuyvesant Club.
transpireverbUS /trænˈspaɪər/
pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Vance had seats for Giordano’s “Madame Sans-Gêne,” and two o’clock found us at the Metropolitan.
Vance
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From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
Vue
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From this reading I knew he had a tea appointment, and that he had planned to motor to Longue Vue for dinner; and the fact that he should have dismissed these social engagements from his mind in order to be with Markham showed how intensely the problem of the murder had absorbed his interest.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
WednesdaynounUS /ˈwenzdi/
the fourth day of the week; the third working day
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
at the time that
From this reading It was after six o’clock when Markham came in, looking harassed and tired.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Vance Outlines a Theory (Wednesday, September 12; evening) Vance and I did not return to the District Attorney’s office after lunch, for Markham had a busy afternoon before him, and nothing further was likely to transpire in connection with the Odell case until Sergeant Heath had completed his investigations of Cleaver and Doctor Lindquist.
