Chapter XXXIV

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

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

later than; following

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

take into custody

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

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

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

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

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

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From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

A small stone room in a prison where an inmate is locked behind iron bars.

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

plural of “cell” — any small compartment

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

of a particle or body or system; having a net amount of positive or negative electric charge

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

plural of “charge” — an impetuous rush toward someone or something

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

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From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

plural of “concern” — something that interests you because it is important or affects you

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

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From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

true confidential information

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

being one more than seven

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

the act of escaping physically

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

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

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

at ease in talking to others

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

set up or found

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

the act of departing

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

(Roman Catholic Church) a church father known for his constant fight against perceived heresies; a saint and Doctor of the Church (329-391)

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

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

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

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

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

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

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

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

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

an indirect suggestion

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

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

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

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From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

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

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

be a lodger; stay temporarily

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

a lay judge or civil authority who administers the law (especially one who conducts a court dealing with minor offenses)

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

deficient in amount or quality or extent

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

the force of workers available

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

United States religious and writer (1915-1968)

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

used to form the superlative

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

kill intentionally and with premeditation

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

not any; not one

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

and nothing more

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

the act of passing from one state or place to the next

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

show unwillingness towards

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

past form of “regard” — deem to be

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

larceny by threat of violence

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

causing intense interest, curiosity, or emotion

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

having a supporting base

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

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

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

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

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

tested and proved useful or correct

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

not clearly expressed or understood

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

a person who works in a prison and is in charge of prisoners

From this reading A warder, however, on going to the cell about half-past eight in the evening, found the prisoner standing before him in defiance.

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

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

widely or fully known

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

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

From this reading CONCERNS TO-DAY The next day the London papers were full of the raid upon Merton Lodge, the tragic death of the well-known diamond-broker, Gregory Vernon, and the arrest of Jules Jeanjean and Egisto Bertini.

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

From this reading The most sensational passage of the report, which was regarded as "the story," or principal feature by most of the papers, was the fact that Jules Jeanjean, having been charged at Bow Street with robbery and murder, was placed in the cells to be brought up next morning before the magistrate.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The police had given but the most meagre details to the Press, therefore the report was only vague, and no hint was forthcoming as to the actual charges against the three men, or that they had any connection with the cliff-mystery at Cromer.

but in spite of that

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "I refuse to be tried, after all!" he cried in English, in a loud voice, "I'll escape you yet!"