Chapter VII · Chapter 7

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

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

perfect or complete or pure

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

a proposal for an appropriate course of action

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

matters of personal concern

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

(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 As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

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

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

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

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

plural of “bequest” — (law) a gift of personal property by will

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

next to; at the side of

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

changeable

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

an occurrence of something

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

plural of “charity” — a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

a state at a particular time

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

a female human offspring

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

third-person singular of “depend” — be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

past form of “deposit” — put, fix, force, or implant

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

the power to use something or someone

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

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

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

involving financial matters

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

plural of “fluctuation” — a wave motion

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

set up or found

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

plural of “france” — a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

a young female

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

United States evangelical preacher famous as a mass evangelist (born in 1918)

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

subject to guidance or control especially after launching

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

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

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

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

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

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From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

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

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

go away from a place

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

(law) a gift of personal property by will

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

a large burial chamber, usually above ground

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

the force of workers available

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

plural of “million” — the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

on one occasion

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

above and across; more than

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

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

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

a judicial certificate saying that a will is genuine and conferring on the executors the power to administer the estate

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

-ing form of “receive” — get something; come into possession of

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

something left after other parts have been taken away

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

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

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

formality and propriety of manner

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

United States humorist remembered for his homespun commentary on politics and American society (1879-1935)

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

free from danger or the risk of harm

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

plural of “servant” — a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

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

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

not in physical motion

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

under normal conditions

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

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

From this reading There were a few bequests to old servants, Rogers receiving a handsome legacy; about half a million was given to various charities in which he had been interested during his life, and the remainder was placed at the absolute disposal of his daughter.

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

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

belonging to which person

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.

in the company of; together with

From this reading We found that his fortune had been over-estimated, as is usually the case with men whose wealth depends upon the fluctuations of the Street, but there still remained something over four millions for the girl--a pretty dowry.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading As was expected, he had left all his property, without condition or reserve, to his daughter Frances.

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From this reading Miss Holladay Becomes Capricious The body of Hiram Holladay was placed beside that of his wife in his granite mausoleum at Woodlawn on the Sunday following his death; two days later, his will, which had been drawn up by Mr. Graham and deposited in the office safe, was read and duly admitted to probate.

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

From this reading She told us at once that she wished to leave her affairs in our hands, and in financial matters would be guided entirely by our advice.