aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
actionsnounUS /ˈækʃənz/
plural of “action” — something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
amazedadjectiveUS /əˈmeɪzd/
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading Gebb, being ignorant of the cause, was amazed at the result.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
from appearances alone
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading Gebb, being ignorant of the cause, was amazed at the result.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
Edith
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From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
any strong feeling
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
faintingverbUS /ˈfeɪntɪŋ/
-ing form of “faint” — pass out from weakness, physical or emotional distress due to a loss of blood supply to the brain
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
recently made, produced, or harvested
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
Gebb
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From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
a young female
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
hintedverbUS /ˈhɪntəd/
past form of “hint” — drop a hint; intimate by a hint
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
Hullonoun
an expression of greeting
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication
From this reading Gebb, being ignorant of the cause, was amazed at the result.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
free from evil or guilt
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
a person who loves someone or is loved by someone
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
mysteriesnounUS /ˈmɪstəriz/
plural of “mystery” — something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
not any; not one
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
perplexedadjectiveUS /pərˈplekst/
full of difficulty or confusion or bewilderment
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
portionsnounUS /ˈpɔːrʃənz/
plural of “portion” — something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
Prain
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From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
the body of people in a learned occupation
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading Gebb, being ignorant of the cause, was amazed at the result.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
express in speech
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
in or at that place or location
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
trafficnounUS /ˈtræfɪk/
the aggregation of things (pedestrians or vehicles) coming and going in a particular locality during a specified period of time
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
not expected or anticipated
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Gebb was not easily surprised, being used by reason of his profession to traffic in mysteries; but the unexpected fainting of Edith at his apparently innocent question perplexed him beyond measure.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading Of course, the girl had not told him the whole of her history, so no doubt in the portions thus kept back lay the explanation of her violent emotion.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading "Hullo!" said he, throwing open the window to admit fresh air, "there is something queer about this.
the words that are spoken
From this reading Prain hinted that if I asked about her lover I might hear something strange, and her actions speak quite as loud as words.
