Chapter III

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

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

later than; following

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

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

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

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

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

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

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

an occurrence of something

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

true confidential information

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

divisible by two

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

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

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

brought together in one place

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

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

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

an indirect suggestion

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

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

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

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

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

plural of “investigation” — an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

and nothing more

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

plural of “listener” — someone who listens attentively

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

for more time

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

possessive form of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

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From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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 Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

not any; not one

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

in an official role

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

and nothing more

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

past form of “pause” — interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

by chance

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

plural of “preliminary” — a minor match preceding the main event

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

prepared and printed for distribution and sale

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

snacks and drinks served as a light meal

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

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From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Perhaps Moresby had gathered something of this sentiment, for after a moment’s rest he resumed with a slight smile.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

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 So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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

From this reading Having reached this stage in his narrative Moresby paused, for effect, breath and refreshment.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

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

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

(often followed by “of”) not aware

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

desired or wished for or sought

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

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

From this reading It was the police investigations that they wanted to hear, for not only had no details of these been published but not so much as a hint had been given even as to the theory that was officially held.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

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

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

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

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

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

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

during the time that

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.

in the company of; together with

From this reading So far, in spite of the eager interest with which the story had been followed, no fact had been brought out of which his listeners were unaware.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading “Well, ladies and gentlemen, I shan’t keep you much longer with these preliminaries, but it’s just as well to run through everything while we’re on it, if we want to get a view of the case as a whole.