used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
(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 That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
behaviournounUS /bɪˈheɪvjər/
the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
considerateadjectiveUS /kənˈsɪdərət/
showing concern for the rights and feelings of others
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
consummateverbUS /ˈkɑːnsəmət/
fulfill sexually
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
dealingsnounUS /ˈdiːlɪŋz/
social or verbal interchange (usually followed by “with”)
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
DECLARATIONnounUS /ˌdeklərˈeɪʃən/
a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
degreesnounUS /dɪˈɡriːz/
plural of “degree” — a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
cause to move by pulling
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
embarrassmentnounUS /ɪmˈberəsmənt/
the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
set up or found
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
the one or ones belonging to her
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
not accessible to view
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
imperceptibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪmpərˈseptɪbəl/
impossible or difficult to perceive by the mind or senses
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
intimateadjectiveUS /ˈɪntəmət/
marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
Jake'snounUS /dʒeɪks/
possessive form of “jakes” — a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
conformity or harmony
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
Maud
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From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
come together
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
normaladjectiveUS /ˈnɔːrməl/
conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
the act of playing a musical instrument
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
a future prospect or potential
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
tacticsnounUS /ˈtæktɪks/
the branch of military science dealing with detailed maneuvers to achieve objectives set by strategy
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
in the direction of
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
tranquillitynounUS /træŋˈkwɪlɪti/
an untroubled state; free from disturbances
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading THE DECLARATION OF WAR For three weeks after that Sunday visit to Jake’s home, life went on as usual, and a certain measure of tranquillity returned to Maud.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading If he were playing a waiting game he did it with a patience so consummate that his tactics were wholly hidden from her.
in the company of; together with
From this reading That he might by imperceptible degrees draw nearer to her, become more intimate, was a possibility that for a time troubled her; but he was so absolutely considerate in all his dealings with her that this fear of hers at length died away.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading She found herself able to meet the man without any show of embarrassment, and, finding him absolutely normal in his behaviour towards her, she began to feel a greater confidence in his presence.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He had promised that he would not force himself upon her, and it was evident that he had every intention of keeping his word.
