Chapter XIX

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

later than; following

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

anew

From this reading But again Melun evaded it.

Having no one else present.

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

a decorative pin worn by women

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

a compartment at the front of a motor vehicle or locomotive where driver sits

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

succeed in representing or expressing something intangible

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

rid of obstructions

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

(law) close questioning of a hostile witness in a court of law to discredit or throw a new light on the testimony already provided in direct examination

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

the occurrence of a change for the worse

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

plural of “davy” — English chemist who was a pioneer in electrochemistry and who used it to isolate elements sodium and potassium and barium and boron and calcium and magnesium and chlorine (1778-1829)

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

a feeling of mild anxiety about possible developments

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

compelled forcibly by an outside agency

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

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From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

past form of “evade” — avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

From this reading But again Melun evaded it.

very good; of the highest quality

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

go or come after and bring or take back

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

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 As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

possessive form of “john” — a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

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From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

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 Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

title used for a married Frenchwoman

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

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From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

the force of workers available

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

above and across; more than

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

to hold fast or prevent from moving

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

the act of guiding or showing the way

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading As, however, the cab proceeded to Davies Street she made a further attempt to pin him down to the subject.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

up to a particular time

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

precisely as stated

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.

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From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

at the time that

From this reading It is true that when Westerham had left the box Madame made several efforts to broach the subject, but Melun succeeded in steering clear of the matter until after they had left the theatre.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

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From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Few men knew better than Melun the damage that could be done one by a jealous woman, and as he sat alone that night over his whisky-and-soda, the obvious signs of jealousy which Marie had shown him caused him great disquiet.

the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees

From this reading THE CAPTURE OF LADY KATHLEEN It was for very excellent reasons that Melun had not driven up to St. John's Wood to fetch Mme. Estelle to the Empire; and his caution in other matters thus saved him from an unpleasant cross-examination concerning Kathleen.