additionaladjectiveUS /əˈdɪʃənəl/
further or added
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
affectverbUS /əˈfekt/
have an effect upon
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
(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 Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
alternateadjectiveUS /ˈɔːltərnət/
every second one of a series
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
awfuladjectiveUS /ˈɑːfəl/
exceptionally bad or displeasing
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
BreathlessadjectiveUS /ˈbreθləs/
not breathing or able to breathe except with difficulty
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
Carlita
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From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
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 Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude
From this reading Why should he lie, if it were not he that committed the crime?
connectedly
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From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
From this reading Why should he lie, if it were not he that committed the crime?
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
flashesnounUS /ˈflæʃɪz/
plural of “flash” — a sudden intense burst of radiant energy
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
inflected form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
guiltnounUS /ɡɪlt/
the state of having committed an offense
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
hatrednounUS /ˈheɪtrəd/
the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Why should he lie, if it were not he that committed the crime?
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
provoking horror
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
importnounUS /ˌɪmˈpɔːrt/
commodities (goods or services) bought from a foreign country
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
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 that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
Leith
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From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
From this reading Why should he lie, if it were not he that committed the crime?
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
maddeningadjectiveUS /ˈmædənɪŋ/
extremely annoying or displeasing
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
kill intentionally and with premeditation
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Why should he lie, if it were not he that committed the crime?
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
passionatelyadverbUS /ˈpæʃənətli/
with passion
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
Pierrepont
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From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
rapiditynounUS /rəˈpɪdəti/
a rate that is rapid
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
representedadjectiveUS /ˌreprɪˈzentɪd/
represented accurately or precisely
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
(used of eyes) open and fixed as if in fear or wonder
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
telegramnounUS /ˈteləɡræm/
a message transmitted by telegraph
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
(of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
travelingnounUS /ˈtrævəlɪŋ/
the act of going from one place to another
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
unconsciousnessnounUS /ˌʌnˈkɑːnʃəsnɪs/
a state lacking normal awareness of the self or environment
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
the cognitive condition of someone who understands
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading I knew that Leith Pierrepont was guilty of murder--knew it as well before as I know it now--and yet--and yet hope must have been at work within me, for this additional proof of his guilt is maddening.
the words that are spoken
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading "Why should it affect me like this?" she cried, as if some awful hatred of herself were at work in her heart.
of very poor quality or condition
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
but in spite of that
From this reading Breathless, with alternate flashes of heat and cold traveling over her with such rapidity that unconsciousness was threatened, Carlita sat there staring at the words represented by the numbers in that telegram, understanding all the horrible import of it, yet unable to think connectedly after the first shock, until finally she flung up her hands and covered her wretched face passionately.
