Chapter XXVI

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

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

later than; following

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

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

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

past form of “appeal” — take a court case to a higher court for review

From this reading As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

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

From this reading As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

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From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

having a base

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

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

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

the time you go to bed

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

plural of “comparison” — the act of examining resemblances

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

a possible event or occurrence or result

From this reading The possibility of such a contingency was really slight.

plural of “contradiction” — opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas

From this reading As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

a misleading falsehood

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

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

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

plural of “discrepancy” — a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

plural of “emotion” — any strong feeling

From this reading As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

-ing form of “establish” — set up or found

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

at any time

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

with resolute determination

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

plural of “gamble” — money that is risked for possible monetary gain

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

a man of refinement

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

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

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

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

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

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

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

cause to come to know personally

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

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

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

engage in

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.

From this reading As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

a form of address for a man

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

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 As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

absolutely essential

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The possibility of such a contingency was really slight.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

footwear usually with wooden soles

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

possessive form of “patten” — footwear usually with wooden soles

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

a human being

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

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

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

a future prospect or potential

From this reading The possibility of such a contingency was really slight.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading The possibility of such a contingency was really slight.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

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

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

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

From this reading The possibility of such a contingency was really slight.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

at a steady rate or pace

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The possibility of such a contingency was really slight.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

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

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

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

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

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

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

make physical contact with, come in contact with

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

up to a particular time

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

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

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

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

From this reading The possibility of such a contingency was really slight.

wanting in physical strength

From this reading As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading AUNT PHILOMELA GAMBLES Though Mr. Van Patten improved steadily during the week after Barnes’ return, the old gentleman did not venture from his room.

the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading The original deception had been practiced upon Mr. Van Patten’s touch and hearing, and whatever discrepancies of evidence based on these might bob up would have little weight against what the father was now able to see for himself.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading As for contradictions in the narrative, the father’s memory was weak and Barnes had appealed almost wholly to his emotions.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Joe remained daily by his side from morning until bedtime, with a view to establishing himself so firmly in his father’s mind that if ever it became necessary to introduce Barnes in his proper person it would not be possible for the father to make comparisons.