used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
(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 Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
Annabel
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From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
assumeverbUS /əˈsuːm/
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
From this reading I must assume my share of the burden.”
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
bendingnounUS /ˈbendɪŋ/
movement that causes the formation of a curve
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
blushverbUS /blʌʃ/
turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
blushingadjectiveUS /ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
an onerous or difficult concern
From this reading I must assume my share of the burden.”
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
carnationnounUS /kɑːrˈneɪʃən/
Eurasian plant with pink to purple-red spice-scented usually double flowers; widely cultivated in many varieties and many colors
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
plural of “cheek” — either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
ConstancenounUS /ˈkɑːnstəns/
a lake in southeastern Germany on the northern side of the Swiss Alps; forms part of the Rhine River
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
every day; without missing a day
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
embarrassmentnounUS /ɪmˈberəsmənt/
the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
endeavournounUS /ɪnˈdevər/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
having dropped by the force of gravity
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
the act of departing
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
governessnounUS /ˈɡʌvərnəs/
a woman entrusted with the care and supervision of a child (especially in a private home)
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
prevent from being seen or discovered
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
incumbentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkʌmbənt/
lying or leaning on something else
From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
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 “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
lightenverbUS /ˈlaɪtən/
make more cheerful
From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
a particular point in time
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
a form of address for a man
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading I must assume my share of the burden.”
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I must assume my share of the burden.”
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
and nothing more
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
productiveadjectiveUS /prəˈdʌktɪv/
producing or capable of producing (especially abundantly)
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
have in common
From this reading I must assume my share of the burden.”
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
precisely as stated
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading “Annabel said the truth--that I do think of going out as daily governess,” she replied, bending over a carnation to hide the blush which rose to her cheeks, a very rival to the blushing flower.
which person or people
From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading “It is a great misfortune that has fallen upon us--at least we can only look at it in that light at present, and will, beyond doubt, be productive of some embarrassment.
William
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From this reading Do you not see, William, that it is incumbent upon us all to endeavour to lighten this embarrassment, those of us who can do so?
Yorke
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From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “Now, Constance, that we have a moment alone, what is this about you?” began Mr. Yorke, as they stood together in the garden.
