Chapter XXXV

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

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

put in effect

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

a quantity of money

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

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

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

a line of approach

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

clothing in general

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

past form of “compare” — examine and note the similarities or differences of

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

wanted intensely

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

a female human offspring

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

a reduction in the gross amount on which a tax is calculated; reduces taxes by the percentage fixed for the taxpayer's income bracket

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

poor enough to need help from others

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

(of time) having passed or slipped by

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

an old word for “before”

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

having escaped, especially from confinement

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

tending to vanish like vapor

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

past form of “expend” — use up, consume fully

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

a copy that is represented as the original

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

set up or found

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

past form of “hope” — expect and wish

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

plural of “horror” — intense and profound fear

From this reading HORRORS.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

a definite length of time marked off by two instants

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

a small worthless amount

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

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From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

go away from a place

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

past form of “long” — desire strongly or persistently

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

activity involved in maintaining something in good working order

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

being nothing more than specified

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

English nobleman who deposed Edward II and was executed by Edward III (1287-1330)

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

not any; not one

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

plural of “occurrence” — an event that happens

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

and nothing more

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

plural of “pound” — 16 ounces avoirdupois

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

past form of “recollect” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

not used up

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

past form of “renounce” — give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

determined

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

plural of “resource” — available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

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From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

fastened with stitches

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

have in common

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

lasting a very short time

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

comparative of “soft” — yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

make a mess of, destroy or ruin

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

a woman's close-fitting foundation garment

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

not in physical motion

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

a quantity of money

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

very great or intense

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

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

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

the deliberate act of delaying and playing instead of working

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

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

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

not turned

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

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

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

at the time that

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

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

From this reading But the sum in her possession was a mere trifle when compared with that which she had hoped to acquire from the forgery; and she now resolved to leave no stone unturned--no measure unattempted, however desperate, in order to accomplish her aim.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It will be recollected that Mrs. Mortimer was far from being unprovided with money--her share of the spoil obtained from Torrens still being in her possession, with the trifling deduction of the few pounds she had expended in travelling, clothes, and maintenance, during the interval that had elapsed since the occurrences in Stamford Street.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading The bulk of the amount thus remaining to her had been carefully sewn in her stays, so that it had altogether escaped the notice of Jack Rily: and thus the old woman was not destitute of resources.

cause to happen or to occur as a consequence

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.

an affirmative

From this reading Besides, she longed--she craved to wreak a terrific vengeance upon her daughter,--yes--upon her own daughter: for the remorse and the softer feelings which had ere now found an avenue into her breast, when Laura renounced her, were only evanescent and short-lived.