used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
abusedadjectiveUS /əˈbjuːzd/
used improperly or excessively especially drugs
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
(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 CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading It was she who, in astonishment, asked herself the question.
the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising
From this reading It was she who, in astonishment, asked herself the question.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
BRACEverbUS /breɪs/
prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
EdwardsnounUS /ˈedwərdz/
American theologian whose sermons and writings stimulated a period of renewed interest in religion in America (1703-1758)
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
esteemnounUS /əˈstiːm/
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
at any time
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
fataladjectiveUS /ˈfeɪtəl/
bringing death
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
Not remembered; lapsed from memory.
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
set up or found
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading “Good night.”
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading It was she who, in astonishment, asked herself the question.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
huskingnoun
the removal of covering
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It was she who, in astonishment, asked herself the question.
inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
a particular point in time
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading “Good night.”
not any; not one
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
oddlyadverbUS /ˈɑːdli/
in a manner differing from the usual or expected
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
Perez
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From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
by chance
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
PROCLAMATIONSnounUS /ˌprɑːkləˈmeɪʃənz/
plural of “proclamation” — a formal public statement
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
profitedverbUS /ˈprɑːfətəd/
past form of “profit” — derive a benefit from
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
the activity of protecting someone or something
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
protectsverbUS /prəˈtekts/
third-person singular of “protect” — shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading It was she who, in astonishment, asked herself the question.
repayverbUS /riˈpeɪ/
pay back
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
resentmentnounUS /rɪˈzentmənt/
a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
respondedverbUS /rɪˈspɑːndɪd/
past form of “respond” — show a response or a reaction to something
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
revolutionizedverbUS /ˌrevəˈluːʃənaɪzd/
past form of “revolutionize” — change radically
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
salutations
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From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
the place where some action occurs
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
activities associated with sexual intercourse
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was she who, in astonishment, asked herself the question.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
with low volume
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading It was she who, in astonishment, asked herself the question.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
TWENTY-SECONDadjective
coming next after the twenty-first in position
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
Wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Was it Desire Edwards' voice which so kindly, almost softly, responded to his salutations?
which person or people
From this reading It was she who, in astonishment, asked herself the question.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading Ever so little gratitude is fatal to resentment, and the instinct of her sex to repay protection with esteem is so deep, that it is no wonder Desire found her feelings toward Perez oddly revolutionized by that scene at the husking.
(comparative of “bad”) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability
From this reading CHAPTER TWENTY-SECOND BRACE OF PROCLAMATIONS Perez profited by the fact that, however a man may have abused a woman, that is all forgotten the moment he protects her against another man, perhaps no worse than himself.