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The London Mercury — Vol. I
The London Mercury — Vol. I

Chapter XXXVIII

Chapter 38 of The London Mercury — Vol. I is here in full — 499 sentences across 100 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.
To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.
To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.
The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.
As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.
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LEARNER DICTIONARY
Archivist
/ˈɑːrkɪvɪst/
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A keeper or guardian of historical records and memories.

The London Mercury — Vol. I

Chapter XXXVIII

Chapter 38 of The London Mercury — Vol. I is here in full — 499 sentences across 100 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.
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To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.
/tuː ðiːz wʌn wʊd æd ə ˈloʊkəl ˈɑːrkətekt ɔːr ˈbɪldər kənˈvɜːrsənt wɪð ðə ˈloʊkəl kənˈdɪʃənz ənd məˈtɪriəl/
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To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.
/tuː sʌtʃ æn ædˈvaɪzəri bɔːrd wʊd biː kəˈmɪtɪd ðə tæsk ʌv ˈtʃuːzɪŋ æn ˈɑːrkətekt huːz plænz wʊd biː səbˈmɪtɪd fɔːr əˈpruːvəl bɪˈfɔːr ˈbiːɪŋ ˌrekəˈmendɪd tuː ðə prəˈmoʊtərz/
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The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.
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As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.
/æz ə ˈmætər ʌv fækt ðə kəˈmɪti dʌz kəmˈpraɪz wɪˈðɪn ˌɪtˈself ðə ˈkwɑːlətiz ʌv sʌtʃ æn ædˈvaɪzəri bɔːrd bʌt ðə əˈbʌv səˈdʒestʃən ɪz meɪd fɔːr ðoʊz huː meɪ prəˈfɜːr fɔːr wʌn ˈriːzən ɔːr əˈnʌðər tuː æsk ædˈvaɪs ˈelswer/

Learner Dictionary

These definitions explain words found in the current reading and keep every example grounded in its original sentence.

Oxford-style entry order: headword, part of speech, US IPA, concise definition, contextual example, and audio.

advisory noun US /ædˈvaɪzəri/

an announcement that usually advises or warns the public of some threat

From this reading “To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.”

architect noun US /ˈɑːrkətekt/

someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings)

From this reading “To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.”

builder noun US /ˈbɪldər/

a substance added to soaps or detergents to increase their cleansing action

From this reading “To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.”

comprise verb US /kəmˈpraɪz/

be composed of

From this reading “As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.”

conversant adjective US /kənˈvɜːrsənt/

(usually followed by “with”) well informed about or knowing thoroughly

From this reading “To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.”

include verb US /ˌɪnˈkluːd/

have as a part, be made up out of

From this reading “The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.”

promoters noun US /prəˈmoʊtərz/

plural of “promoter” — someone who is an active supporter and advocate

From this reading “The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.”

versed noun US /vɜːrst/

an injectable form of benzodiazepine (trade name Versed) useful for sedation and for reducing pain during uncomfortable medical procedures

From this reading “The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.”

Word partnerships in these lines

English keeps certain words together, and knowing the pair is worth more than knowing each word alone. Every partnership below was counted across our whole published library, and earns its place by appearing far more often than two unrelated words of the same frequency would.

Shown as this reading writes them, with the form the library counts, what kind of pairing it is, and how often it occurs.

Ancient Buildings adjective + noun counted as “ancient building”

In this reading “The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.”

actual life adjective + noun

In this reading “The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.”

make use verb + noun

In this reading “The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.”

same period adjective + noun

In this reading “The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.”

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Every word in these five lines is listed here, and every one of them can be played on its own.

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adeterminerUS /ə/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/

higher than, or over, something

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

acknowledgedadjectiveUS /ækˈnɑːlɪdʒd/

recognized or made known or admitted

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

actualadjectiveUS /ˈæktʃəwəl/

presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

addverbUS /æd/

make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

advicenounUS /ædˈvaɪs/

a proposal for an appropriate course of action

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

advisorynounUS /ædˈvaɪzəri/

an announcement that usually advises or warns the public of some threat

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

almostadverbUS /ˈɔːlmoʊst/

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

andeterminerUS /æn/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

AncientadjectiveUS /ˈeɪn.ʃənt/

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

anotherdeterminerUS /əˈnʌðər/

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

Antiquaries

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

approvalnounUS /əˈpruːvəl/

the formal act of approving

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

architectnounUS /ˈɑːrkətekt/

someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings)

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

architecturenounUS /ˈɑːrkətektʃər/

an architectural product or work

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

asconjunctionUS /æz/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

askverbUS /æsk/

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

askedverbUS /æskt/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

authoritynounUS /əˈθɔːrəti/

the power or right to give orders or make decisions

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

beauxiliary verbUS /biː/

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

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

beforeprepositionUS /bɪˈfɔːr/

earlier than; in front of

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

bestnounUS /best/

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

boardnounUS /bɔːrd/

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

bothdeterminerUS /boʊθ/

the two together, not just one

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

buildernounUS /ˈbɪldər/

a substance added to soaps or detergents to increase their cleansing action

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

buildingnounUS /ˈbɪldɪŋ/

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

BuildingsnounUS /ˈbɪldɪŋz/

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

butconjunctionUS /bʌt/

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

choosingverbUS /ˈtʃuːzɪŋ/

-ing form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

committedadjectiveUS /kəˈmɪtɪd/

bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

CommitteenounUS /kəˈmɪti/

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

compriseverbUS /kəmˈpraɪz/

be composed of

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

conditionsnounUS /kənˈdɪʃənz/

the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

considerationnounUS /kənˌsɪdərˈeɪʃən/

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

conversantadjectiveUS /kənˈvɜːrsənt/

(usually followed by “with”) well informed about or knowing thoroughly

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

determinedadjectiveUS /dɪˈtɜːrmənd/

characterized by great determination

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/

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

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

elsewhereadverbUS /ˈelswer/

in or to another place

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

factnounUS /fækt/

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

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

faradverbUS /fɑːr/

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

forprepositionUS /fɔːr/

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

fromprepositionUS /frʌm/

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

goodadjectiveUS /ɡʊd/

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

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

groupnounUS /ɡruːp/

any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/

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

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

idealadjectiveUS /aɪˈdiːl/

conforming to an ultimate standard of perfection or excellence; embodying an ideal

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

includeverbUS /ˌɪnˈkluːd/

have as a part, be made up out of

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

inevitablyadverbUS /ˌɪˈnevətəbli/

in such a manner as could not be otherwise

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/

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

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

itpronounUS /ɪt/

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

itselfpronounUS /ˌɪtˈself/

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

lifenounUS /laɪf/

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

localadjectiveUS /ˈloʊkəl/

relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

madeadjectiveUS /meɪd/

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

makeverbUS /meɪk/

engage in

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

materialadjectiveUS /məˈtɪriəl/

concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

matternounUS /ˈmætər/

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

maymodal verbUS /meɪ/

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

mennounUS /men/

the force of workers available

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

methodsnounUS /ˈmeθədz/

plural of “method” — a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

mightmodal verbUS /maɪt/

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

modernadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdərn/

belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

muchadverbUS /mʌtʃ/

to a great degree or extent

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

mustmodal verbUS /mʌst/

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

nodeterminerUS /noʊ/

not any; not one

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

onprepositionUS /ɑːn/

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

onepronounUS /wʌn/

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

orconjunctionUS /ɔːr/

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

ourdeterminerUS /ˈaʊər/

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

partnounUS /pɑːrt/

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

periodnounUS /ˈpɪriəd/

an amount of time

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

plansnounUS /plænz/

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

preferverbUS /prəˈfɜːr/

like better; value more highly

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

promotersnounUS /prəˈmoʊtərz/

plural of “promoter” — someone who is an active supporter and advocate

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

ProtectionnounUS /prəˈtekʃən/

the activity of protecting someone or something

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

qualitiesnounUS /ˈkwɑːlətiz/

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

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

realadjectiveUS /riːl/

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

reasonnounUS /ˈriːzən/

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

recommendedverbUS /ˌrekəˈmendɪd/

past form of “recommend” — push for something

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

representativenounUS /ˌreprəˈzentətɪv/

a person who represents others

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

resultnounUS /rɪˈzʌlt/

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

ruinnounUS /ˈruːən/

an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

sameadjectiveUS /seɪm/

Identical; not different.

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

savourverb

have flavor; taste of something

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

sayverbUS /seɪ/

express in words

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

schemenounUS /skiːm/

an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

seemverbUS /siːm/

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

selectedadjectiveUS /səˈlektɪd/

chosen in preference to another

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

shouldmodal verbUS /ʃʊd/

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

soconjunctionUS /soʊ/

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

SocietynounUS /səˈsaɪəti/

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

submittedverbUS /səbˈmɪtɪd/

inflected form of “submit” — refer for judgment or consideration

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

suchdeterminerUS /sʌtʃ/

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

suggestionnounUS /səˈdʒestʃən/

an idea that is suggested

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

tasknounUS /tæsk/

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

ThedeterminerUS /ðə/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

thesedeterminerUS /ðiːz/

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

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

thosedeterminerUS /ðoʊz/

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

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

toparticleUS /tuː/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

tooadverbUS /tuː/

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

usenounUS /juːs/

the act of using

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

versednounUS /vɜːrst/

an injectable form of benzodiazepine (trade name Versed) useful for sedation and for reducing pain during uncomfortable medical procedures

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/

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

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

whopronounUS /huː/

which person or people

From this reading As a matter of fact the Committee does comprise within itself the qualities of such an advisory board, but the above suggestion is made for those who may prefer, for one reason or another, to ask advice elsewhere.

whosedeterminerUS /huːz/

belonging to which person

From this reading To such an advisory board would be committed the task of choosing an architect, whose plans would be submitted for approval before being recommended to the promoters.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

withinprepositionUS /wɪˈðɪn/

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading The promoters of the scheme, having so far determined to make use of the ruin, might have asked the advice of a selected group representative of our best men--a group which should include within it one real authority versed in the building methods of the same period as that of the ruin, an acknowledged authority on modern architecture, a representative both of the Society of Antiquaries and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

workverbUS /wɜːrk/

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

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

worthnounUS /wɜːrθ/

an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

wouldmodal verbUS /wʊd/

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading To these one would add a local architect or builder conversant with the local conditions and material.

yetconjunctionUS /jet/

but in spite of that

From this reading The scheme may seem to savour too much of the ideal which has no part in actual life, yet it is worth consideration, for from it, one might say almost inevitably, good work must result.

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