Chapter XVII · Chapter 17

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

later than; following

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

(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 Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

a feeling of delight at being entertained

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

a native or inhabitant of England prior to the Norman Conquest

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

the time you go to bed

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

any of several shrubs or small evergreen trees having solitary white or pink or reddish flowers

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

accepted or habitual practice

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

the specified day of the month

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

a college or university building containing living quarters for students

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

(Old Testament) a beautiful Jewess chosen by the king of Persia to be his queen; she stopped a plot to massacre all the Jews in Persia (an event celebrated by Jews as the feast of Purim)

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

possessive form of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

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

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

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

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

plural of “hint” — an indirect suggestion

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

the act of retaining something

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

English poet (born in 1930)

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

a message received and understood

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

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

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

immediately past

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

a legal document giving official permission to do something

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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 Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

march in a procession

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

plural of “meeting” — a formally arranged gathering

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

past form of “mingle” — to bring or combine together or with something else

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

not any; not one

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

something you have to do

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

a judge of a probate court

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

very good

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

continuing forever or indefinitely

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

plural of “pupil” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

plural of “question” — an instance of questioning

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

plural of “rule” — a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

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

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

express in words

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

two times

From this reading Peachy twice began to tell her something, but was stopped by Delia.

except if; if not

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

up to a particular time

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading Though Irene asked many questions from various friends as to the nature of the evening's amusement she could get no certain information.

Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

close enough to be walked to

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

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

From this reading The Anglo-Saxon League There was an old established custom at the Villa Camellia that on the evening of the last day of March (unless that date happened to fall on a Sunday) the pupils were allowed special license after supper, and, regardless of ordinary rules, might disport themselves as they pleased until bedtime.

which person or people

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.

the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

plural of “wonder” — the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading Joan and Sheila seemed to be holding perpetual private committee meetings; Elsie spent much time in Jess Cameron's dormitory; and, wonder of wonders, Esther Cartmell was seen walking arm in arm with Mabel Hughes.

but in spite of that

From this reading Irene, who had not yet been present on one of these occasions, heard hints on all sides of coming fun, mingled with mystery.