Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

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

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

forsaken by owner or inhabitants

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous)

From this reading It was still too early for their advent.

filled with fear or apprehension

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

in addition

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

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

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

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

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

for the reason that

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

the 2nd letter of the Hebrew alphabet

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

the way of administering a business

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

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From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

causing distress or worry or anxiety

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading It was still too early for their advent.

lying toward or situated in the east

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

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From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

having your attention fixated as though by a spell

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading There were few respectable women in the town.

plural of “flirtation” — playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

set up or found

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

a young female

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

make happy or satisfied

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

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

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

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

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

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

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

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

From this reading There were few respectable women in the town.

-ing form of “involve” — connect closely and often incriminatingly

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was still too early for their advent.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a river; a state of confused turmoil.

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

(chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding)

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

in addition to what has just been said

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

in spite of what has just been said

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

and nothing more

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

almost; nearly

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

established beyond doubt

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals

From this reading There were few respectable women in the town.

(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

a texture of a surface or edge that is not smooth but is irregular and uneven

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

travelling about without any clear destination

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

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

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

not in physical motion

From this reading It was still too early for their advent.

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

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was still too early for their advent.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

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

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

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

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading It was still too early for their advent.

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

From this reading There were few respectable women in the town.

being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

not wanted

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

up to a particular time

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

not disposed or inclined toward

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)

From this reading Fascinated by the maelstrom of the mining-camp life, and unwilling to retreat from the scene until she should see her roving brother, and gratify at least a curiosity concerning Van, she nevertheless felt afraid to be there, not only on account of the roughness and uncertainty of the existence, but also because, despite herself, she had attracted undesirable attention.

acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

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

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

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

From this reading There were few respectable women in the town.

which person or people

From this reading INVOLVING BETH Goldite to the Eastern girl, who had found herself practically abandoned for nearly a week, had proved to be a mixture of discomforts, excitements, and disturbing elements.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Moreover, the house was full of "gentlemen" lodgers, with three of whom Elsa was conducting most violent flirtations.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading There were few respectable women in the town.