Chapter XIV

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

later than; following

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

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From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

feeling or showing anger

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading "By the way, what has become of M. Bradamanti Polidori?

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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From this reading "By the way, what has become of M. Bradamanti Polidori?

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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From this reading CECILY.

harsh criticism or disapproval

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

not accessible to view

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

a cordial disposition

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

agreeably diverting

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

make plain and comprehensible

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

in an explicit manner

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

set up or found

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

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From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

highest in quality

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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

From this reading "By the way, what has become of M. Bradamanti Polidori?

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

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

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

in a subsequent part of this document or statement or matter etc.

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

enclosed in the same envelope or package

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

a feeling of righteous anger

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

cause to come to know personally

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

title used for a married Frenchwoman

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

past form of “manifest” — provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

any of various edible mushrooms of the genus Morchella having a brownish spongelike cap

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

not any; not one

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

someone legally empowered to witness signatures and certify a document's validity and to take depositions

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

righteousness by virtue of being pious

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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From this reading "By the way, what has become of M. Bradamanti Polidori?

a leader engaged in civil administration

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

a person who is being chased

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

express in words

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

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From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

used of the degree of something undesirable e.g. pain or weather

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

superlative of “slight” — (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with “a”) at least some

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

not in physical motion

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

an impression that something might be the case

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

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

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

precisely as stated

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

Moral excellence and goodness of character; the highest human attainment in Stoic philosophy.

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

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

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading "By the way, what has become of M. Bradamanti Polidori?

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading After having explicitly declared her extreme disapprobation of the conduct pursued by Cabrion, Madame Seraphin went on to say:

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "By the way, what has become of M. Bradamanti Polidori?

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Before we introduce the reader to the conversation between Madame Seraphin and Madame Pipelet, we must premise that Anastasie, without entertaining the very slightest suspicion of the virtue and piety of the notary, felt the greatest indignation at the severity manifested by him in the case both of Louise Morel and M. Germain; and, as a natural consequence, the angry porteress included Madame Seraphin in the same censure; but still, like a skilful politician, Madame Pipelet, for reasons we shall hereafter explain, concealed her dislike to the _femme-de-charge_ under the appearance of the greatest cordiality.

inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.

the day immediately before today

From this reading I wrote to him yesterday evening, but got no reply; this morning I came to see him, but he was not to be found.