Chapter IX

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From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

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

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

the state of being absent

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

with few mistakes

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

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From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

later than; following

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

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

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

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

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

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

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

plural of “bailiff” — an officer of the court who is employed to execute writs and processes and make arrests etc.

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

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

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

a statute in draft before it becomes law

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

English romantic poet notorious for his rebellious and unconventional lifestyle (1788-1824)

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

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From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

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From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

declare untrue; contradict

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

treated with disrespect and contempt

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

the act of consuming liquids

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

a division of the United Kingdom

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

divisible by two

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

at any time

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

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From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

(of the elements) in a wild and stormy manner

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

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

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

an established custom

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

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

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

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From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

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

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

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

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

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

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

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

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

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

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

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

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

the act of invading; the act of an army that invades for conquest or plunder

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

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

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

possessive form of “james” — a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

the month following June and preceding August

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

the literary culture

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

a heavy morocco often used in bookbinding

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

past form of “linger” — remain present although waning or gradually dying

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

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

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

the property of relative size or extent (whether large or small)

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

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

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

plural of “neighbour” — a person who lives (or is located) near another

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

information about recent and important events

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

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From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

not any; not one

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

and nothing more

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

a collection of objects laid on top of each other

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

a copy of a printed work offered for distribution

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

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From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

make short successive sounds

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

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From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

a person who has died and has been declared a saint by canonization

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

cut with a saw

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

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

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

rousing or quickening activity or the senses

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

third-person singular of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

plural of “tell” — a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

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

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading He lingered, therefore, at Reddish's Hotel, Saint James's Street; and it was there that the news of her sudden illness--the result, it is said, of shock caused by the magnitude of the afore-mentioned upholsterer's bill--surprised him.

propel through the air

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

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

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

not paid

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

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From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.

impressive by reason of age

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

a malicious woman with a fierce temper

From this reading Byron, in one of his letters from the Levant, tells her that she cannot deny that she is a "vixen," and suggests that she is in the habit of drinking more champagne than is good for her.

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

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The "venerable pile" had been desecrated by the invasion of bailiffs in connection with an unpaid upholsterer's bill; and Mrs. Byron was living there, and was, as usual, quarrelling with her neighbours.

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

From this reading It was only to be expected that she would rattle the fire-irons, and throw the tongs, as furiously as ever--even if a little less accurately--under the stimulating influence.

a late time of life

From this reading RETURN TO ENGLAND--PUBLICATION OF "CHILDE HAROLD" July 1811 saw Byron back in England after two years' absence, but in no hurry, for various reasons, to return to Newstead.