Chapter XVI · Chapter 16

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From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

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

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

a proposal for an appropriate course of action

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

anew

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

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

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

auguring favorable circumstances and good luck

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

according with custom or propriety

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

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From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

someone who composes music as a profession

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

feeling or showing worry or solicitude

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

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

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

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From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

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From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

(comparative of “fine”) greater in quality or excellence

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

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From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

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

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

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

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

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

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

a sponsor who books and stages public entertainments

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

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

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

the first letter of a word (especially a person's name)

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

the queen of Castile whose marriage to Ferdinand of Aragon in 1469 marked the beginning of the modern state of Spain; they instituted the Spanish Inquisition in 1478 and sponsored the voyages of Christopher Columbus in 1492 (1451-1504)

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

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From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904)

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

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From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

immediately past

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

a person who rules or guides or inspires others

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

Recollections of past events.

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

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From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

preside over

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

a particular point in time

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

a city of central European Russia; formerly capital of both the Soviet Union and Soviet Russia; since 1991 the capital of the Russian Federation

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

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

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

the month following October and preceding December

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

and nothing more

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

a dramatic or musical entertainment

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

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

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

the first public performance of a play or movie

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

make a promise or commitment

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

with little or no delay

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

with speed

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

separated in relationship by a given degree of descent

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

past form of “repudiate” — cast off

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

-ing form of “resent” — feel bitter or indignant about

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

an ardent male lover

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

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

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

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From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

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

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

a native or inhabitant of Russia

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

Identical; not different.

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading In the end, the _premiere_ of the new opera was made under highly auspicious circumstances; but, to the amazement of every one concerned,--it being a far finer work than its predecessor,--"Isabella" made only a moderate success.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

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

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

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

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading But, at the last moment, the leader, despite his memories of "The Boyar," repudiated his promise, deeming the honor too great for a Russian, and chose instead to present his other novelty, Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette."

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

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

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

which person or people

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading The original intention had been to open the season with the new work.

characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading JOSEPH It was in the November of that same year--1870--that "Isabella" had its initial performance, in Moscow, under Merelli.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Ivan, resenting the act, promptly removed the score of "Isabella" to his own rooms; and it cost the _impresario_ six weeks of persuasion and apology, besides a thousand roubles' damages, before he could come to terms again with the young composer, who, under Rubinstein's advice, was rapidly becoming worldly wise.