Chapter VI

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

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

surprising greatly

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

any person at all

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

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

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc.

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

a room used primarily for sleeping

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

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From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

possessive form of “brown” — an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

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From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

possessive form of “christ” — a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

without stop or interruption

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

(usually followed by “to”) given credit for

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

past form of “embitter” — cause to be bitter or resentful

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

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

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a man of refinement

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

possessive form of “god” — the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

the act of departing

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

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

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

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

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

urged or forced to action through moral pressure

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

beyond belief or understanding

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930)

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

lacking companions or companionship

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

above and across; more than

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

a wrapped container

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

-ing form of “point” — indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

past form of “reveal” — make visible

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

a relationship between two lovers

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

an educational institution

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

plural of “sinner” — a person who sins (without repenting)

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

the process of becoming softer

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

past form of “sound” — appear in a certain way

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

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 At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

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

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

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

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

in the direction of

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

a fact that has been verified

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

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

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

the fourth day of the week; the third working day

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading It was on a Wednesday when Melina received Mrs. Brown's invitation, and on Friday evening Mrs. Berryman called her into her bedroom, and, pointing to a brown-paper parcel on a chair, told her to open it and see what was inside.

at the time that

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Since she had made the acquaintance of the little gentleman Melina had felt less lonely and embittered, and, impelled by a sense of deep gratitude towards him on account of his evident good will for her, she had continued to attend Sunday school, and had there been taught more of the Saviour whom Mr. Blackmore had spoken of as the one perfect Friend.

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From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading At first the story of Christ's life on earth and His love for sinners had appeared to her a beautiful romance, too wonderful to be credited—that anyone could care for her enough to die for her had sounded incredible; but slowly the amazing truth was being revealed to her.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading GOING OUT TO TEA WHEN William Jones had told Mrs. Brown that Melina had quite turned over a new leaf he had spoken nothing but the truth; for a softening influence was at work in her heart—the influence of God's love.

but in spite of that

From this reading The circumstances of her life had not changed, yet she herself was different; for she was learning to have faith in Jesus, and a new, sweet sense of happiness was creeping into her heart.