Chapter XXVIII · Chapter 28

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

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

the state of being absent

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

concurrence of opinion

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

plural of “account” — a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

tending to become more severe or wider in scope

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

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

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

achieved or reached

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

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From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

a race between candidates for elective office

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

things that make you comfortable and at ease

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

receiving or eligible for compensation

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

things that make you comfortable and at ease

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

plural of “cross” — a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

recognizable; marked

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

plural of “decoration” — something used to beautify

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

characterized by great determination

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

having lost your job

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894-1972)

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

the act of forming or establishing something

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

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

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

Strictly particular and correct.

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

kill as a means of socially sanctioned punishment

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

a social unit living together

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

set up or found

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

plural of “habit” — an established custom

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

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

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

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

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

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

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

in an honorable manner

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

plural of “improvement” — a change for the better; progress in development

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

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

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading His quiet residence looked most sweet and pleasant when he reached it.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

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

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

used to form the superlative

From this reading His quiet residence looked most sweet and pleasant when he reached it.

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

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

on one occasion

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

above and across; more than

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading His quiet residence looked most sweet and pleasant when he reached it.

communicate vividly

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading His quiet residence looked most sweet and pleasant when he reached it.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading His quiet residence looked most sweet and pleasant when he reached it.

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading His quiet residence looked most sweet and pleasant when he reached it.

Identical; not different.

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading His quiet residence looked most sweet and pleasant when he reached it.

carry out

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

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

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

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

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

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

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

nonexistent

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

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

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

look attentively

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading In accordance with his orders, various improvements had been made in his absence, and what was wanting to the establishment in extent, was compensated by its internal comforts and conveniences.

at the time that

From this reading His quiet residence looked most sweet and pleasant when he reached it.

in or at the place that

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

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

From this reading Edward, accustomed by his more active habits of life to take decided steps, determined to execute a project which he had had sufficient time to think over.

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

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The object of the campaign was attained, and Edward, with crosses and decorations, was honorably dismissed.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading He betook himself at once to the same little estate, where he found exact accounts of his family waiting for him, on whom all this time, without their having observed it or known of it, a sharp watch had been kept under his orders.