Chapter IX

to or in a foreign country

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861)

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

(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 "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

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

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

plural of “attention” — the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

unvarying in nature

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

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From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

plural of “design” — the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

plural of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

a community of people smaller than a village

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

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

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

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

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

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

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

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From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

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

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

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From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

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

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

freedom from control or influence of another or others

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

past form of “inquire” — address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

the literary culture

From this reading THE PRIMA SERA; LETTERS, SNARES.

has a good chance of being the case or of coming about

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

no longer in use

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

held or filled or in use

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

above and across; more than

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

used primarily as eating apples

From this reading THE PRIMA SERA; LETTERS, SNARES.

one of four equal parts

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

new

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

the act of searching for something

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

plural of “serum” — an amber, watery fluid, rich in proteins, that separates out when blood coagulates

From this reading THE PRIMA SERA; LETTERS, SNARES.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

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

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

plural of “snare” — something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares

From this reading THE PRIMA SERA; LETTERS, SNARES.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

plural of “stand” — a support or foundation

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

not in physical motion

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

express in words

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

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

From this reading THE PRIMA SERA; LETTERS, SNARES.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

the process of using your mind to consider something carefully

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

a United States unit of weight equivalent to 2000 pounds

From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

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From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.

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

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

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

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

a specific feeling of desire

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Lord Albert D'Esterre was constant too in his attendance there, and was evidently much occupied with Lady Hamlet Vernon.

be the cause or source of

From this reading His attentions did not escape remark, and though Lady Tilney's object, in wishing to possess an influence over Lord Albert, was quite of another nature, still she felt some disappointment at finding he was interested in another quarter, and therefore less likely to yield to the designs which she had formed upon his political independence.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "I'll tell you how that matter stands," replied Lord Rainham, as she inquired his opinion on the subject, "the _love_ is at present entirely on the lady's side; Lord Albert is not at all captive, and he has such obsolete ways of thinking, that I imagine he will not be easily caught.

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From this reading Lady Hamlet Vernon, in consequence of her recent accident, received society at home instead of seeking it abroad; and for several evenings the _élite_ of _ton_, passed their _prima sera_ at her house.