Chapter XII

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From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

having fair knowledge of

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

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

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

reports of the work of a society or learned body etc

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

subject to appointment

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

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

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

plural of “box” — a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

a courteous or respectful or considerate act

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

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

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

a Spanish gentleman or nobleman

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

following the third position; number four in a countable series

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading The theatre was packed quite full.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

spectators at a golf or tennis match

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

coins made of gold

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

the month following May and preceding July

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

the literary culture

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

come together

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

A person or company involved in wholesale trade, especially with foreign countries.

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

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

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

impressive in appearance

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

according to the clock

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

inflected form of “omit” — prevent from being included or considered or accepted

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

and nothing more

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

extremely crowed or filled to capacity

From this reading The theatre was packed quite full.

a person of refined upbringing and manners

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

inspired by love for your country

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

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From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

participate in games or sport

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

plural of “plebeian” — one of the common people

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

(“ill” is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

communicate vividly

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

past form of “prompt” — give an incentive for action

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading The theatre was packed quite full.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

set down or registered in a permanent form especially on film or tape for reproduction

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

past form of “repair” — restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

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From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

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From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

a male human offspring

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

a farm building for housing horses or other livestock

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

plural of “suburb” — a residential district located on the outskirts of a city

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support)

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

in or at that place or location

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

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

From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.

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

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

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

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

the people living in a municipality smaller than a city

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

urgently needed; absolutely necessary

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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

From this reading The theatre was packed quite full.

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

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

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

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

during the time that

From this reading The patrician townsfolk took possession of the boxes and stalls, while the plebeians repaired to the gallery.

which person or people

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Only four or five of the most intimate friends of the merchant were acquainted with the noble and patriotic project which had prompted the invitation; so, drawn by curiosity as much as by courtesy, those who had been asked arrived at three o'clock precisely, and many came to the meeting who had not received an invitation.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading MEETING IN SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ESTATE The 9th of June, 1860, ought to be recorded in letters of gold in the annals of the town of Sarrio, for Don Rosendo, supported by Alvaro Pena and his son Pablo, appointed the afternoon of that day to meet at the theatre for the discussion of a subject of _vital_ (Don Rosendo would not for the world have omitted the word "vital") interest to the town of Sarrio and its suburbs.

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From this reading On the stage there was a writing-table, old and dirty, and round it were placed half a dozen chairs, neither new nor clean, for they served as furniture for any "poorly furnished rooms" in a play.