Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

later than; following

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

(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 She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

in addition

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

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

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

an expectation

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

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

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

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

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

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

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

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

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

not in a state of sleep; completely conscious

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

aroused or activated

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

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

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

past form of “beam” — smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

plural of “blind” — people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

a large and stately mansion

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

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From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

greatly pleasing or entertaining

From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

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

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

divisible by two

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

-ing form of “explore” — inquire into

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

a quick look

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

in a joyous manner

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

in a hurried or hasty manner

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

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

From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

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

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

possessive form of “land” — the land on which real estate is located

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

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

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

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

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

possessive form of “night” — the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

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

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region

From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

by chance

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

in a cheerful manner

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

plural of “pony” — a range horse of the western United States

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

imparting vitality and energy

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

protected from heat and light with shade or shadow

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

marked by exceptional merit

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

do one's shopping

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

plural of “sound” — the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading "Oh," chorused the Merediths--"everything sounds so delightful, it's hard to choose!"

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

the present time or age

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

the upper part of anything

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.

a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

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

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading A little later at the breakfast table she asked suddenly,--"What shall the program be today; an exploring expedition into the forest--a trip to the city to shop, or perhaps a ride on the ponies and a visit to the old castle gardens?"

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading A GLIMPSE OF THE TOWER ROOM Not even the excitement of anticipation could keep the Merediths awake that first night of their visit to Land's End, but after a refreshing sleep, bright and early the next morning they were awakened by the sun shining through the green blinds that shaded the old castle windows.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Also by Aunt Janice calling pleasantly, "Did you have a good night's rest, and are you ready to go down to breakfast now?"

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

From this reading She beamed happily around on all the young Meredith's, as they hurriedly joined her at the top of the stairs.