used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
acceptancenounUS /ækˈseptəns/
the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
beforehandadjectiveUS /bɪˈfɔːrhænd/
being ahead of time or need
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
an occurrence of something
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
circumstantialadjectiveUS /ˌsɜːrkəmˈstænʃəl/
fully detailed and specific about particulars
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
cleareradjectiveUS /ˈklɪrər/
comparative of “clear” — readily apparent to the mind
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
compilernounUS /kəmˈpaɪlər/
a person who compiles information (as for reference purposes)
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
complimentverbUS /ˈkɑːmpləment/
say something to someone that expresses praise
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
comprehendverbUS /ˌkɑːmpriˈhend/
get the meaning of something
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
datesnounUS /deɪts/
plural of “date” — the specified day of the month
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
discernmentnounUS /dɪˈsɝːn.mənt/
The ability to judge well and perceive the true nature of events.
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
being one more than seven
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
extendverbUS /ɪkˈstend/
extend in scope or range or area
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
a local and well-defined elevation of the land
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used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
indicatedverbUS /ˈɪndəkeɪtəd/
past form of “indicate” — be a signal for or a symptom of
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
investigatingnounUS /ˌɪnˈvestəɡeɪtɪŋ/
the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
magazinenounUS /ˈmæɡəziːn/
a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading THE NOTTING HILL MYSTERY.
verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
not any; not one
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
NOTTING
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the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
on one occasion
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
particularsnounUS /pərˈtɪkjələrz/
plural of “particular” — a fact about some part (as opposed to general)
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
penetrationnounUS /ˌpenəˈtreɪʃən/
an attack that penetrates into enemy territory
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
reader'snounUS /ˈriːdərz/
possessive form of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
readersnounUS /ˈriːdərz/
plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
relyverbUS /rɪˈlaɪ/
have faith or confidence in
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
requisitenounUS /ˈrekwəzət/
anything indispensable
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
sequelnounUS /ˈsiːkwəl/
something that follows something else
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
speciesnounUS /ˈspiːʃiz/
(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
required or under orders
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading If the compiler has really discovered a new species or description of crime, it is natural that the evidence of it, which is circumstantial, should be somewhat difficult of acceptance.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
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the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
unnecessaryadjectiveUS /ənˈnesəseri/
not necessary
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
unravelverbUS /ənˈrævəl/
become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
precisely as stated
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading The whole particulars of the case will extend to some seven or eight numbers of "Once a Week" and some things which are dark at first will appear clearer in the sequel.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading It will, however, require a very close attention to names and dates to comprehend the view of the compiler, as to the case he is investigating; and, so far, it is requisite to rely on the reader's patience and discernment.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading As it appeared in the magazine "Once A Week" [_It is unnecessary for us to state by what means the following papers came into our hands, and it would be no compliment to the penetration of our readers if we indicated beforehand the nature of the mystery they are supposed to unravel.
