Chapter X

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

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

tending to become more severe or wider in scope

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

plural of “actor” — a theatrical performer

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

past form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

(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 The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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

From this reading AN AWKWARD DILEMMA.

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

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

disposed or placed in a particular kind of order

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

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

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

causing inconvenience

From this reading AN AWKWARD DILEMMA.

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From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

go after with the intent to catch

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

containing or imposing condemnation or censure

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

past form of “corroborate” — establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

any system of principles or beliefs

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

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From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options

From this reading AN AWKWARD DILEMMA.

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

the period of time during which something continues

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

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From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

plural of “fact” — a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

the trait of acting stupidly or rashly

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

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From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

usually; as a rule

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

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

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

of the present time and place

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

not capable of being applied

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

connected by participation or association or use

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

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

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

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From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

past form of “listen” — hear with intention

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

for more time

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

concern with the distinction between good and evil or right and wrong; right or good conduct

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

and nothing more

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

by chance

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

plural of “pleasure” — a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

one who precedes you in time (as in holding a position or office)

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

religious residence in a monastery governed by a prior or a convent governed by a prioress

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

with speed

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

the ability to recall past occurrences

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

a word or expression used for some particular thing

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

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

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

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From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

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

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

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

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

which person or people

From this reading The _fête_ at Avington Priory afforded a theme of conversation, if such a term is not inapplicable to such a subject, of much longer duration than was usual; for in the existence of those who were actors in the scene, or participators in its pleasures, one folly generally succeeded another so quickly as to chase away all remembrance of its immediate predecessor.

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From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading The only question then was, whether it was well or ill arranged; for in all things the creed of these parties taught them to estimate the _manner_ of an action without any reference to its morality.

past form of “witness” — be a witness to

From this reading Of this report, Lord Baskerville and Lord Gascoigne were the active propagators; and which, corroborated by the condemning facts they themselves had witnessed, led those who listened to the conclusion that the matter was _une affaire decidée_.

vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment

From this reading Perhaps, too, in this instance, more interest was experienced in the discussion of the entertainment, from the zest which some signal _esclandres_ gave to it, and which were generally whispered about; particularly that in which Lady Glenmore's and Mr. Leslie Winyard's names were involved.