Chapter XII

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

matters of personal concern

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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

From this reading With these consolations a philosophic fugitive should be content.

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From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

inflected form of “bid” — propose a payment

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

a low-lying region in central France

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

the state of being certain

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

in a cheerful manner

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

plural of “city” — a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

intentionally conceived

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

plural of “consolation” — the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment

From this reading With these consolations a philosophic fugitive should be content.

past form of “console” — give moral or emotional strength to

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading With these consolations a philosophic fugitive should be content.

neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

precise; explicit and clearly defined

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

plural of “embrace” — the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

agreeably diverting

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

run away quickly

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

someone who flees from an uncongenial situation

From this reading With these consolations a philosophic fugitive should be content.

worry unnecessarily or excessively

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

in a gradual manner

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

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

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

with indifference; in an indifferent manner

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

inflected form of “learn” — gain knowledge or skills

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

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 He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

a unit of instruction

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

on one occasion

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

by chance

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

cause to suffer

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

of or relating to philosophy or philosophers

From this reading With these consolations a philosophic fugitive should be content.

past form of “proffer” — present for acceptance or rejection

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

showing reason or sound judgment

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

perception by means of the eyes

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading With these consolations a philosophic fugitive should be content.

very large in expanse or scope

From this reading He was indifferently consoled by the proffered embraces of that other city which may be said to have had its centre in Mrs. Fricker's spacious mansion.

not in physical motion

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

carry out

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

in or at that place or location

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading With these consolations a philosophic fugitive should be content.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

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

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

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

From this reading But Beaufort Chance had not learnt this lesson, and did not take to the study of it cheerfully.

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

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

an old word for “to”

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

device that heats water or supplies warmth to a room

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

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

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

accept gladly

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

in or at the place that

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

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

From this reading He was indeed not cut by his old friends--things had not been quite definite enough for that--but he was gradually left out of a good many affairs to which he had been accustomed to be a party, and he was conscious that, where he was still bidden, it was from good-nature or the dislike of making a fuss, not from any great desire for his company.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

in the company of; together with

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading HOT HEADS AND COOL There being in London (as Trix had once observed) many cities, if they persecute you in one you can flee unto another, with the reasonable certainty of finding an equally good dinner, company perhaps on the whole not less entertaining, and a welcome warmer for the novelty of seeing you.