used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
admiringverbUS /ædˈmaɪrɪŋ/
-ing form of “admire” — feel admiration for
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
Asplin
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From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
cobwebnounUS /ˈkɑːbweb/
a fabric so delicate and transparent as to resemble a web of a spider
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
consistingverbUS /kənˈsɪstɪŋ/
-ing form of “consist” — originate
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
curlingnounUS /ˈkɜːrlɪŋ/
a game played on ice in which heavy stones with handles are slid toward a target
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
daintyadjectiveUS /ˈdeɪnti/
delicately beautiful
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
darling's
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From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
dearly loved
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
put on clothes
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
embroideredverbUS /emˈbrɔɪdərd/
past form of “embroider” — decorate with needlework
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
EsthernounUS /ˈestər/
(Old Testament) a beautiful Jewess chosen by the king of Persia to be his queen; she stopped a plot to massacre all the Jews in Persia (an event celebrated by Jews as the feast of Purim)
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
at any time
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
fanverbUS /fæn/
strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher)
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
feathersnounUS /ˈfeðərz/
plural of “feather” — the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
forethoughtnounUS /ˈfɔːrθɔːt/
planning or plotting in advance of acting
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
a young female
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
groanedverbUS /ɡroʊnd/
past form of “groan” — indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
gurgled
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From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
housemaidnoun
a female domestic
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
inferioradjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈfɪriər/
of or characteristic of low rank or importance
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
laceverbUS /leɪs/
spin, wind, or twist together
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
Larches
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From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
Mellicent
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From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
mother'snounUS /ˈmʌðərz/
possessive form of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
muslinnounUS /ˈmʌzlən/
plain-woven cotton fabric
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
arrange in a container
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
Peggy
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From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
preparationsnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
provideverbUS /prəˈvaɪd/
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
ribbonsnounUS /ˈrɪbənz/
plural of “ribbon” — any long object resembling a thin line
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
rollsnounUS /roʊlz/
plural of “roll” — rotary motion of an object around its own axis
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
satinnounUS /ˈsætən/
a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
a particular situation
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
smartadjectiveUS /smɑːrt/
showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
stifledadjectiveUS /ˈstaɪfəld/
held in check with difficulty
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
stockingsnounUS /ˈstɑːkɪŋz/
plural of “stocking” — close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural)
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
storedverbUS /stɔːrd/
past form of “store” — keep or lay aside for future use
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
stragglyadjective
spreading out in different directions or distributed irregularly
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
toesnounUS /toʊz/
plural of “toe” — one of the digits of the foot
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
the act of using
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The next morning, immediately after breakfast, Peggy went up to her own room to pack for her visit to the Larches.
at the time that
From this reading Everything was there that the heart of girl could desire, and a mother’s forethought provide for her darling’s use when she was far away.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The long dress box, which had been stored away ever since its arrival, was brought out and its contents displayed to an admiring audience, consisting of Mrs. Asplin, Esther, Mellicent, and Mary the housemaid.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
a Caucasian
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A dress of cobweb Indian muslin embroidered in silk, a fan of curling feathers, a dear little satin pocket in which to keep the lace handkerchief, rolls of ribbons, dainty white shoes, with straggly silk stockings rolled into the toes.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Peggy displayed one article after another, while Mellicent groaned and gurgled with delight, Mary exclaimed, “My, Miss Peggy, but you will be smart!” and Mrs. Asplin stifled a sigh at the thought of her own inferior preparations.
