used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
arm-chair
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From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
an occurrence of something
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
chagrinedadjectiveUS /ʃəˈɡrɪnd/
feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed
From this reading He was woefully chagrined.
cigarnounUS /sɪˈɡɑːr/
a roll of tobacco for smoking
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
clientnounUS /ˈklaɪənt/
a person who seeks the advice of a lawyer
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
CLIFFORD
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From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
defencenounUS /dɪˈfens/
(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
true confidential information
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
disappointingly unsuccessful
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
eveningsnounUS /ˈiːvnɪŋz/
plural of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
Felix's
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From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
start firing a weapon
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
past form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
indicateverbUS /ˈɪndəkeɪt/
be a signal for or a symptom of
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
indicationnounUS /ˌɪndəˈkeɪʃən/
something that serves to indicate or suggest
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading And the more he thought over it, the worse the outlook seemed.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
provided with artificial light
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading And the more he thought over it, the worse the outlook seemed.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
outlooknounUS /ˈaʊtlʊk/
a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations
From this reading And the more he thought over it, the worse the outlook seemed.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading And the more he thought over it, the worse the outlook seemed.
filled with bewilderment
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
express in words
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading And the more he thought over it, the worse the outlook seemed.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
not in physical motion
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
carry out
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
express in words
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading And the more he thought over it, the worse the outlook seemed.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
at the time that
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
in or at the place that
From this reading He had hoped and expected that his client would tell him something that would instantly indicate the line the defence should take, and instead of that he was puzzled to know where any defence at all was to come from.
in the company of; together with
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
woefullyadverbUS /ˈwoʊfəli/
in an unfortunate or deplorable manner
From this reading He was woefully chagrined.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK When Clifford had finished dinner that evening, he went to his study, and drawing a large arm-chair up to the fire, for the evenings were still cold, he lit a cigar and composed himself to master the details of his new case.
(comparative of “bad”) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability
From this reading And the more he thought over it, the worse the outlook seemed.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading To say that he was disappointed with Felix’s statement would not be to give a true indication of his state of mind.
