Chapter I

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

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

in the past

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

in addition

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

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

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

having or showing feelings of unwarranted importance out of overbearing pride

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

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

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

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

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

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From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

plural of “characteristic” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

A detailed written record of historical events in order. (Sử ký, biên niên sử lịch sử.)

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

forming an end or termination; especially putting an end to doubt or question

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

performance of moral or religious acts

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

An action of moving downward, dropping, or falling into a deeper place.

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

plural of “destiny” — an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

plural of “detractor” — one who disparages or belittles the worth of something

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

feelings of ardent love

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

lacking in light; not bright or harsh

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading Does it need one?

a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Reticulum and Pictor; contains most of the Large Magellanic Cloud

From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

being one more than seven

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)

From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

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From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

at any time

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

a social unit living together

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

the biological process whereby genetic factors are transmitted from one generation to the next

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

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

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

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

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

showing curiosity

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Does it need one?

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading Does it need one?

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Does it need one?

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

United States writer whose novels explored human alienation (1916-1990)

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

European garden herb with purple-tinged flowers and leaves that are sometimes used for salads

From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

having a point

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

-ing form of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

plural of “quality” — an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

located far away spatially

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

plural of “run” — a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge

From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

term of address for a man

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

plural of “stand” — a support or foundation

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

inspiring awe

From this reading They have pointed out to me that since Sir Percy Blakeney's was an exceptional personality, possessing exceptional characteristics which his friends pronounced sublime and his detractors arrogant--he must have had an ancestor in the dim long ago who was, like him, exceptional, like him possessed of qualities which call forth the devotion of friends and the rancour of enemies.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

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

From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

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

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

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

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

a just detectable amount

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

not capable of being changed or altered

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

an old word for “to”

From this reading Author of "Unto Cæsar," "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "El Dorado," "Meadowsweet," etc.

plural of “vein” — a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

habitually speaking the truth

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

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

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

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

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.

which person or people

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

belonging to which person

From this reading If so it must also come from those members of the Blakeney family in whose veins runs the blood of that Sir Percy Blakeney who is known to history as the Scarlet Pimpernel--for they in a manner are responsible for the telling of this veracious chronicle.

a late time of life

From this reading For the past eight years now--ever since the true story of The Scarlet Pimpernel was put on record by the present author--these gentle, kind, inquisitive friends have asked me to trace their descent back to an ancestor more remote than was Sir Percy, to one in fact who by his life and by his deeds stands forth from out the distant past as a conclusive proof that the laws which govern the principles of heredity are as unalterable as those that rule the destinies of the universe.