used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A MYSTERY SOLVED.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
a Chadic language spoken in northern Nigeria
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
Basterga
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From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
bewareverbUS /bɪˈwer/
be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
lacking funds
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
brutaladjectiveUS /ˈbruːtəl/
(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But outward peace was preserved and a show of ease.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
Claude
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From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
Claude's
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From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
collisionnounUS /kəˈlɪʒən/
(physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
Corraterie
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From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
discouragedadjectiveUS /dɪˈskɜːrədʒd/
made less hopeful or enthusiastic
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
disfiguredadjectiveUS /dɪˈsfɪɡjərd/
having the appearance spoiled
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
move gently or carefully
From this reading But outward peace was preserved and a show of ease.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
extractverbUS /ˈekstrækt/
remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
forgivenverbUS /fərˈɡɪvən/
inflected form of “forgive” — stop blaming or grant forgiveness
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
fouladjectiveUS /faʊl/
highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
depressingly dark
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
Grio's
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From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981)
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading A MYSTERY SOLVED.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
not any; not one
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
on one occasion
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
outbreaknounUS /ˈaʊtbreɪk/
a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition)
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
outwardadjectiveUS /ˈaʊtwərd/
relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind
From this reading But outward peace was preserved and a show of ease.
Paduan
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From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
the state prevailing during the absence of war
From this reading But outward peace was preserved and a show of ease.
pliantadjectiveUS /ˈplaɪənt/
capable of being influenced or formed
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
having a point
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
preservedadjectiveUS /prəˈzɜːrvd/
prevented from decaying or spoiling and prepared for future use
From this reading But outward peace was preserved and a show of ease.
proneadjectiveUS /proʊn/
having a tendency (to); often used in combination
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
with speed
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
with low volume
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
except for; apart from
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
perception by means of the eyes
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading But outward peace was preserved and a show of ease.
shunnedverbUS /ʃʌnd/
inflected form of “shun” — avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
SOLVEDadjectiveUS /sɑːlvd/
explained or answered
From this reading A MYSTERY SOLVED.
an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
subsidedverbUS /səbˈsaɪdɪd/
past form of “subside” — wear off or die down
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
two times
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
at the time that
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Claude's gloomy face--he had not forgiven--bade beware of him; and little save on the subject of Louis' disfigured cheek--of which the most pointed questions could extract no explanation--passed among them at table.
fermented juice (of grapes especially)
From this reading Grio's brutal nature broke out once or twice when he had had wine; but discouraged by Basterga, he subsided quickly.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Whether Basterga, seeing that Claude was less pliant than he had looked to find him, shunned occasion of collision with him, or the Paduan being in better spirits was less prone to fall foul of his companions, certain it is that life for a time after the outbreak at supper ran more quietly in the house in the Corraterie.
