Chapter XXXVI

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

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

speak to

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

possessing life

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

(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 Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

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

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

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

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts)

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

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

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

the specified day of the month

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

divisible by two

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

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

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

by good fortune

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

producing no result or effect

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

the act of departing

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

possessive form of “gray” — a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

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From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

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

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

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

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

a message received and understood

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

past form of “interview” — conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

plural of “lawyer” — a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

small in range or scope

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

a fabric woven with lisle thread

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

a large city in northwestern England; its port is the country's major outlet for industrial exports

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

(New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally considered to be the author of the first Gospel

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

the second day of the week; the first working day

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

a form of address for a man

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

and nothing more

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

established beyond doubt

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

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

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

something that remunerates

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

filled with satisfaction

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

superlative of “slight” — (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with “a”) at least some

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

make square

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

past form of “stay” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

not in physical motion

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

inflected form of “supply” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

express in words

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

of lesser quality than second-rate

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

informal terms for clothing

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

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From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

up to a particular time

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

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

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

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

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

a just detectable amount

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

create by training and teaching

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

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From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

precisely as stated

From this reading Fortunately for Everard’s purpose, Griggs proved not only to be alive, but still in the service of the same firm—a third-rate clerk on a very limited salary.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

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

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

the general location where something is

From this reading His object in going to London was to endeavour by means of the address which Miss Matilda had given him to trace the present whereabouts—if he were still alive—of the man Kirby Griggs.

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

From this reading UNKNITTED THREADS Everard Lisle stayed in Liverpool till Monday, on which day he took an early train up to town.

belonging to which person

From this reading The address supplied him was that of a firm of lawyers in Gray’s Inn Square, in whose employ Kirby Griggs had been at the date of his interview with Mr. Matthew Thursby.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

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

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.

but in spite of that

From this reading Futile as the hope seemed that, even if he should succeed in finding him, Griggs would be able to supply him with any information that would further in the slightest degree the special purpose he had in view, he yet felt that he could not rest satisfied till he had interviewed him and heard from his own lips all that he had to tell.