Chapter XXIII · Chapter 23

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

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

later than; following

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

in the middle of; surrounded by

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

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

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

a state of deep-seated ill-will

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

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

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

past form of “care” — feel concern or interest

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

plural of “carriage” — a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

plural of “characteristic” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

absence of light or illumination

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

possessive form of “day” — time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

move gently or carefully

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading Yet whom could he expect to meet in these highways of the West End?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

regard something as probable or likely

From this reading Yet whom could he expect to meet in these highways of the West End?

having dropped by the force of gravity

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

a social unit living together

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

at a previous time

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

plural of “garner” — a storehouse for threshed grain or animal feed

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

compelled forcibly by an outside agency

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

the act of departing

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

plural of “highway” — a major road for any form of motor transport

From this reading Yet whom could he expect to meet in these highways of the West End?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

the aggregate of past events

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

toward home

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

unbiased impartial unconcern

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

for more time

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

obsolete terms for legal insanity

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

come together

From this reading Yet whom could he expect to meet in these highways of the West End?

not any; not one

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

many times at short intervals

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

and nothing more

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

plural of “progress” — gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

past form of “ramble” — continue talking or writing in a desultory manner

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

only a very short time before

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

try to get or reach

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

not often

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

a gradual sinking to a lower level

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

extreme excess

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

plural of “theatre” — a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Yet whom could he expect to meet in these highways of the West End?

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

filled with great numbers crowded together

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

a formal word for “on”

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

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

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading Yet whom could he expect to meet in these highways of the West End?

used to ask for information about something

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

at the time that

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

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

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

which person or people

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Yet whom could he expect to meet in these highways of the West End?

possessive form of “wife” — a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading It could scarcely be that, for since his wife’s death an indifference seemed to be settling upon him; he no longer cared to visit the Green or his club on Sunday, and seldom spoke on the subjects which formerly goaded him to madness.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading He appeared to be drawn forth against his will, in spite of weariness, and his look as he walked on was that of a man who is in search of some one.

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading THE FAMILY HISTORY PROGRESSES What could possess John Hewett that, after resting from the day’s work, he often left his comfortable room late in the evening and rambled about the streets of that part of London which had surely least interest for him, the streets which are thronged with idlers, with carriages going homeward from the theatres, with those who can only come forth to ply their business when darkness has fallen?

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Did he seek food for his antagonism in observing the characteristics of the world in which he was a stranger, the world which has its garners full and takes its ease amid superfluity?

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet whom could he expect to meet in these highways of the West End?