Chapter V

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

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

A person who helps another commit a daring crime or secret scheme.

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

(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 Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

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

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

expected hopefully

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

third-person singular of “await” — look forward to the probable occurrence of

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

the cognitive process that leads to convictions

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

German statesman under whose leadership Germany was united (1815-1898)

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

capable of being comprehended or understood

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

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From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

wanted intensely

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in “college-bound students”

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

negotiation between nations

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

plural of “diplomat” — an official engaged in international negotiations

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

marked by or given to doubt

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

come out into view, as from concealment

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

third-person singular of “emerge” — come out into view, as from concealment

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

past form of “enact” — order by virtue of superior authority; decree

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

highly significant or important especially bringing about or marking the beginning of a new development or era

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

be identical or equivalent to

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use “Europe” to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

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

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

a person who lacks good judgment

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

a republic in central Europe; split into East Germany and West Germany after World War II and reunited in 1990

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

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

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

ten 10s

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

of great significance or value

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

the early stage of growth or development

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

plural of “jew” — a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

someone who releases people from captivity or bondage

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

engage in

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

United States educator who introduced reforms that significantly altered the system of public education (1796-1859)

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

any expected deliverer

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

a person authorized to conduct religious worship

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

plural of “minister” — a person authorized to conduct religious worship

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

with modesty; in a modest manner

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

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From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

not any; not one

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

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

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

plural of “precedent” — an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

make a prediction about; tell in advance

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

be shown or be found to be

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

in a serious manner

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

that is looked for

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

a small refracting telescope

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

produced or marked by conscious design or premeditation

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

express in words

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

in or at that place or location

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

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

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

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

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

to no avail

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding the important events which were being enacted from China to Mexico, it was upon him that the eyes of Europe were fixed.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

plural of “wile” — the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them)

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading If, however, there should prove to be no accomplice, they pronounced that he must be a fool without an equal.

possessive form of “world” — everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Old ministers, experienced in all the wiles of diplomacy, followed him with their eyes, spyglass in hand, never doubting that the epoch-making minister had an accomplice on the throne in a policy of which they vainly sought for precedents in the world's history.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BISMARCK EMERGES FROM AN IMPOSSIBLE POSITION Now for three months past Bismarck had been in an impossible position, and no one could predict how he would emerge from it.

a late time of life

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.

the point above the observer that is directly opposite the nadir on the imaginary sphere against which celestial bodies appear to be projected

From this reading Young diplomats, modestly aware that they did not quite rank with the Talleyrands, the Metternichs, or Nesselrodes, studied him more seriously, believing they desired the infancy of a new policy destined to carry their epoch to its zenith, whispering the question which Germany has asked for three hundred years: "_Ist es der Mann?_" (Can it be the Man?) To make this question comprehensible we must tell our readers that Germany awaits a liberator as the Jews awaited a Messiah.