Chapter XXVII · Chapter 27

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

From this reading A CONFIDENTIAL MISSION.

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

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

any thing at all

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

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

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

entrusted with private information and the confidence of another

From this reading A CONFIDENTIAL MISSION.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

a person or firm that employs workers

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

having unexpected good fortune

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

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From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

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

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

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

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale)

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

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

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

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

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work

From this reading A CONFIDENTIAL MISSION.

marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

a form of address for a man

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

not any; not one

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

by chance

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

on the contrary

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc.

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

express in speech

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

the utterance of intelligible speech

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

come to a halt, stop moving

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

past form of “thank” — express gratitude or show appreciation to

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

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

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

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

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange

From this reading He looked upon it rather as a fortunate opportunity for rendering his employer a valuable service.

a wagon maker

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

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

From this reading Now Fred was inclined to be modest, and he could not possibly feel that he had done anything heroic, though he was quite aware that he had saved the life of Rose Wainwright.

at the time that

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

in the company of; together with

From this reading When Fred met Mr. Wainwright at the office the next morning his employer greeted him with a pleasant smile, but did not stop to speak.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Fred felt relieved, for it embarrassed him to be thanked, and since the evening previous no one had met him without speaking of his heroism.