used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
filled with fear or apprehension
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
(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 This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
allowingverbUS /əˈlaʊɪŋ/
-ing form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading “Macfarlane and Robertson, Writers, Kilspindie Buildings, Muirtown.”
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading “Macfarlane and Robertson, Writers, Kilspindie Buildings, Muirtown.”
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
communicationnounUS /kəˌmjuːnəˈkeɪʃən/
the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
discouragedadjectiveUS /dɪˈskɜːrədʒd/
made less hopeful or enthusiastic
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
generositynounUS /ˌdʒenərˈɑːsəti/
the trait of being willing to give your money or time
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
giftsnounUS /ɡɪfts/
plural of “gift” — something acquired without compensation
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
feeling or showing gratitude
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
honestynounUS /ˈɑːnəsti/
the quality of being honest
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
how
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From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
indignantadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdɪɡnənt/
angered at something unjust or wrong
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
a message received and understood
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
Kilspindie
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From this reading “Macfarlane and Robertson, Writers, Kilspindie Buildings, Muirtown.”
Knowe
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From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
lawyersnounUS /ˈlɔːjərz/
plural of “lawyer” — a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
lightenedverbUS /ˈlaɪtənd/
past form of “lighten” — make more cheerful
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
longedverbUS /lɔːŋd/
past form of “long” — desire strongly or persistently
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
Macfarlane
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From this reading “Macfarlane and Robertson, Writers, Kilspindie Buildings, Muirtown.”
Marget's
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From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
Muirtown
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From this reading “Macfarlane and Robertson, Writers, Kilspindie Buildings, Muirtown.”
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
the state prevailing during the absence of war
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
remittancesnounUS /riˈmɪtənsɪz/
plural of “remittance” — a payment of money sent to a person in another place
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
possessing material wealth
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
RobertsonnounUS /ˈrɑːbərtsən/
United States basketball guard (born in 1938)
From this reading “Macfarlane and Robertson, Writers, Kilspindie Buildings, Muirtown.”
seasonableadjectiveUS /ˈsiːzənəbəl/
in keeping with the season
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
cause to go somewhere
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
not in physical motion
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
express a supposition
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
express in words
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
disclosing unintentionally something concealed
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Other times she had longed to send a letter in her name and Whinnie's, telling him how his gifts had lightened their life and kept them in peace and honesty at Whinnie Knowe; but the lawyers had discouraged the idea, and she had feared to press it.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
in or at that place or location
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
precisely as stated
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
at the time that
From this reading It had occurred to her that very likely he was afraid of them hanging on a rich relation, and there were times when she was indignant and could not feel grateful for this generosity.
Whinnie
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From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
Whinnie's
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From this reading Marget's heart suddenly stood still, for it was the firm that sent the seasonable remittances from Whinnie's cousin.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading This cousin had always been a mystery to her, for Whinnie could tell little about him, and the writers refused all information whatever, allowing them to suppose that he was in America, and chose to give his aid without communication.
WritersnounUS /ˈraɪtərz/
plural of “writer” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading “Macfarlane and Robertson, Writers, Kilspindie Buildings, Muirtown.”
