Chapter XIX

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

anew

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

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

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

make a resonant sound, like artillery

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

come or bring to a finish or an end

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

feeling or showing worry or solicitude

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading The ready money which he obtained he invested in consols.

without stop or interruption

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

render capable or able for some task

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

past form of “endorse” — be behind; approve of

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

make certain of

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

at any time

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

the act of fighting; any contest or struggle

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading It was his final speculation.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

coins made of gold

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

the act of retaining something

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

cause to arise

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

past form of “invest” — make an investment

From this reading The ready money which he obtained he invested in consols.

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

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was his final speculation.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

in large part; mainly or chiefly

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

the branch of philosophy that analyzes inference

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

the one or ones belonging to the person speaking

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading The ready money which he obtained he invested in consols.

plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

a form of address for a man

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading The ready money which he obtained he invested in consols.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

English architect (1801-1865)

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

relating to or involving money

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

likely but not certain to be or become true or real

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

make a promise or commitment

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

plural of “protest” — a formal and solemn declaration of objection

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading The ready money which he obtained he invested in consols.

earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

plural of “share” — assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence

From this reading It was his final speculation.

not in physical motion

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

a frame that supports a boat while it is under construction

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

a quantity of money

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

the upper part of anything

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

having come into contact

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

plural of “trouble” — a source of difficulty

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

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

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

during the time that

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

which person or people

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading He lives on the interest, and protests that nothing will ever again induce him to gamble in stocks and shares.

possessive form of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading A WOMAN'S LOGIC The boom in the shares of the Trumpit Gold Mine continued long enough to enable Mr. Paxton to realise his holding, if not at the top price--that had been touched while he had been fighting for his life in bed--still for a sum which was large enough to ensure his complete comfort, so far as pecuniary troubles were concerned, for the rest of his life.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading Since a lady who is largely interested in his movements has endorsed his promise, it is probable that he will keep his word.