Chapter X · _A Duty Call_

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

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

later than; following

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading "To me possibly; to another certainly," the General responded.

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

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading "To me possibly; to another certainly," the General responded.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading "Is there danger?"

open to doubt or suspicion

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

a group of animals (a herd or flock) moving together

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

go on board

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

past form of “extract” — remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

the organ of sight

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

with resolute determination

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

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

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

possessive form of “husband” — a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

the transmission of information

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

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

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

a message received and understood

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

a high ranking police officer

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

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

From this reading "Is there danger?"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

a terrorist organization founded in 2000; a militant Islamic group active in Kashmir and closely aligned with al-Rashid Trust; seeks to secure release of imprisoned fellow militants by kidnappings

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "To me possibly; to another certainly," the General responded.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

not any; not one

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

by chance

From this reading "To me possibly; to another certainly," the General responded.

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

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

-ing form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

past form of “respond” — show a response or a reaction to something

From this reading "To me possibly; to another certainly," the General responded.

a list of names

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; located on the northern part of the island of Great Britain; famous for bagpipes and plaids and kilts

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

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

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

that is looked for

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

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

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

in or at that place or location

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

nonexistent

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

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

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

in or at the place that

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

in the company of; together with

From this reading On arrival at Grosvenor Gardens he first sought and obtained a private interview with his wife, and astonished her by imparting the projected visit to Prior’s Tarrant.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride

From this reading General Sadgrove was not the man to embark on an undertaking without clearing the ground of doubtful points, and he drove home by way of New Scotland Yard, where, firmly refusing his reasons for wanting to know, he extracted the information that there was no such officer as "Inspector Chantrey" on the police roster.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "You are at the old work, Jem; I can see it in your eye," she said after one glance at her husband’s stern, introspective face.