Chapter VIII

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

past form of “abate” — make less active or intense

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

later than; following

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

anew

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

plural of “ale” — a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast; in some of the United States an ale is (by law) a brew of more than 4% alcohol by volume

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

an industrial center and the nominal capital of the Netherlands; center of the diamond-cutting industry; seat of an important stock exchange; known for its canals and art museum

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

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

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

(of hats) having a broad brim

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

the part of the face above the eyes

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

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From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

a series of things depending on each other as if linked together

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

of or relating or belonging to a city

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

anything that covers or conceals

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

past form of “conduct” — direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

plural of “conspiracy” — a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

female of domestic cattle: "“moo-cow” is a child's term"

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

plural of “dignitary” — an important or influential (and often overbearing) person

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

the pleasure felt when having a good time

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

be identical or equivalent to

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

an old word for “before”

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

having escaped, especially from confinement

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

divisible by two

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

full of events or incidents

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

a social unit living together

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

reproduced fraudulently

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

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

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the United States (born in 1955)

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

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

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

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

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

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

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

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From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

the quality of a color as determined by its dominant wavelength

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

become part of; become a member of a group or organization

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

someone who doesn't understand what is going on

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

make a logical or causal connection

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

past form of “lodge” — be a lodger; stay temporarily

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

temporary living quarters

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

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From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

having or showing great strength or force or intensity

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

in addition to what has just been said

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

on one occasion

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

above and across; more than

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

marked by the reception of pay

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

the act of departing politely

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

the local environment

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

plural of “philosopher” — a specialist in philosophy

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

giving pleasure and satisfaction

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

a full supply

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

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

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

past form of “pull” — cause to move by pulling

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

past form of “remark” — make mention of

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

to say, state, or perform again

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

past form of “repute” — look on as or consider

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

try to get or reach

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

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From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

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From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

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From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

in or at that place or location

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

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

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

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

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

needing moisture

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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

From this reading And was it not equally natural since the Lord of Stoutenburg lodged not far from that self-same hostelry--again I repeat one of the soberest in Haarlem--that his friends should choose to join him in the tap-room there ere parting from one another on this eventful night.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

someone who betrays his country by committing treason

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

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

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

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From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Stoutenburg and his family were but little known in these parts and the hue and cry after the escaped traitor had somewhat abated these few months past: moreover he was well disguised with beard and cloak and he kept a broad-brimmed hat pulled well down over his brow.

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

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

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

plural of “wine” — fermented juice (of grapes especially)

From this reading For was it not in the natural course of things that the three philosophers, weary and thirsty as they were, should go and seek solace and material comfort under the pleasing roof of the "Lame Cow"--which as I remarked before was reputed one of the best conducted hostelries in Haarlem, and possessing a cellar full of wines and ales which had not its equal even in Amsterdam.

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading On watch-night too, the burghers and their vrouws as well as the civic and military dignitaries of the town had plenty to do to think on their own enjoyment and the entertainment of their friends: they certes were not on the look-out for conspiracies and dangerous enemies within their gates.

but in spite of that

From this reading THE LODGINGS WHICH WERE PAID FOR And once again Chance set to with a will and forged yet another link in that mighty chain which she had in hand.