used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
to or in a foreign country
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
in addition
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
appearancesnounUS /əˈpɪrənsəz/
plural of “appearance” — outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
the act of breaking something
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
of short duration or distance
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
ByronnounUS /ˈbaɪrən/
English romantic poet notorious for his rebellious and unconventional lifestyle (1788-1824)
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
BYRON'SnounUS /ˈbaɪrənz/
possessive form of “byron” — English romantic poet notorious for his rebellious and unconventional lifestyle (1788-1824)
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
CHARGESnounUS /ˈtʃɑːrdʒəz/
plural of “charge” — an impetuous rush toward someone or something
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
chroniclenounUS /ˈkrɑː.nɪ.kəl/
A detailed written record of historical events in order. (Sử ký, biên niên sử lịch sử.)
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
complaintsnounUS /kəmˈpleɪnts/
plural of “complaint” — an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
a pair who associate with one another
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
DiarynounUS /ˈdaɪəri/
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
disparagingadjectiveUS /dɪˈsperɪdʒɪŋ/
expressive of low opinion
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
embarrassmentsnounUS /ɪmˈberəsmənts/
plural of “embarrassment” — the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
entriesnounUS /ˈentriz/
plural of “entry” — an item inserted in a written record
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
establishmentnounUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/
the act of forming or establishing something
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
exactitudenounUS /ɪɡˈzæktətuːd/
the quality of being exact
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
generalisations
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From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
the act of departing
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
destroyed or killed
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
GROSSadjectiveUS /ɡroʊs/
before any deductions
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
harmonynounUS /ˈhɑːrməni/
compatibility in opinion and action
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
Hobhouse
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
inklingnounUS /ˈɪŋklɪŋ/
a slight suggestion or vague understanding
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
INVOLVINGverbUS /ˌɪnˈvɑːlvɪŋ/
-ing form of “involve” — connect closely and often incriminatingly
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
LEIGHnounUS /liː/
English film actress (1913-1967)
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
without good reason
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
be an inhabitant of or reside in
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
joined in matrimony
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
not any; not one
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
being perceived or observed
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
realitiesnounUS /ˌriːˈælətiːz/
plural of “reality” — all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
reflectverbUS /rɪˈflekt/
manifest or bring back
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
RUMOURSnounUS /ˈruːmərz/
plural of “rumour” — gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
plural of “say” — the chance to speak
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
SEPARATIONnounUS /ˌsepərˈeɪʃən/
the state of lacking unity
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
the utterance of intelligible speech
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
required or under orders
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading LADY BYRON'S DEMAND FOR A SEPARATION--RUMOURS THAT "GROSS CHARGES" MIGHT BE BROUGHT, INVOLVING MRS.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
in spite of the fact that
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
a source of difficulty
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
vaguelyadverbUS /ˈveɪɡli/
in a vague way
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Speaking of his embarrassments, Byron had said that "no one could know what he had gone through," but that he "should think lightly of them were he not married."
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading LEIGH Hobhouse, as we have seen, had an early inkling of the trouble which was to come; and it is not to be supposed that the brief entries in his Diary chronicle the whole of his knowledge.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He had observed, indeed--or so he says--that it was "impossible for any couple to live in more apparent harmony"; but he also had reason to believe that the appearances did not reflect the realities with complete exactitude.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading He had heard Byron talk, though "vaguely," of breaking up his establishment, of going abroad without Lady Byron, of living alone in rooms; and he had noticed that Byron's complaints of his poverty led up to disparaging generalisations about marriage.
