used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
aint
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From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
any thing at all
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
arguedverbUS /ˈɑːrɡjuːd/
past form of “argue” — present reasons and arguments
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
make certain of
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
beforehandadjectiveUS /bɪˈfɔːrhænd/
being ahead of time or need
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
beseechingadjectiveUS /biˈsiːtʃɪŋ/
begging
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
can't
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From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
relating to or characteristic of Christianity
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
without stop or interruption
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
greatly pleased
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
(plural) the deepest and most remote part
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
emphasisnounUS /ˈemfəsəs/
special importance or significance
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
divisible by two
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
made afraid
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
a young female
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
handwritingnounUS /ˈhændraɪtɪŋ/
something written by hand
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
harshadjectiveUS /hɑːrʃ/
unpleasantly stern
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
It's
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From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
past form of “listen” — hear with intention
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
mothersnounUS /ˈmʌðərz/
plural of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
to a great degree or extent
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
plural of “one” — the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
have ownership or possession of
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
having or expressing strong emotions
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
in the near future
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
PunchverbUS /pʌntʃ/
deliver a quick blow to
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
the act of punishing
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
REFORMATORYnounUS /rɪˈfɔːrmətɔːri/
correctional institution for the detention and discipline and training of young or first offenders
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
RosyadjectiveUS /ˈroʊzi/
reflecting optimism
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
Rosy's
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From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
Identical; not different.
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
an educational institution
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
your consciousness of your own identity
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
speciousadjectiveUS /ˈspiːʃəs/
plausible but false
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
straightest
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From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
tambourine-girl
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From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
express in words
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
a special situation
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
the quality of a person's voice
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
unselfishadjective
disregarding your own advantages and welfare over those of others
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
uprightadjectiveUS /əˈpraɪt/
in a vertical position; not sloping
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
precisely as stated
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading It's the way of mothers, even if they are harsh ones; so think what it will mean to your father and mother, Christian, who love you like anything."
at the time that
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
which person or people
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
wiseradjectiveUS /ˈwaɪzər/
comparative of “wise” — having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I know it," continued Rosy, with emphasis, "for when I am real happy, even if it aint the very thing mother might have liked beforehand, she can't help getting a sort of delighted look on her face.
won't
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From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
the words that are spoken
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
produce a literary work
From this reading Christian was so much interested, and her mind was so fully made up, that she listened to Rosy's specious words, and even composed in her own mind the little letter she would presently write; a passionate letter, full of love, but at the same time with a beseeching tone running through its depths; the letter in which she would assure her father and mother that she would be the straightest, most upright, most unselfish, noble sort of tambourine-girl in the world.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading "THE REFORMATORY SCHOOL IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR ME" Rosy, who was in some ways so very much wiser than Christian herself, had assured the young girl that her parents would not be at all frightened by her running away.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "They won't know anything about it," argued Rosy, "until they get a letter from your own self; and when you tell them, and they see it in your handwriting, that you are well and happy, they will be as pleased as Punch.
