used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
advisabilitynounUS /ˌædvaɪzəˈbɪlɪti/
the quality of being advisable
From this reading While he was considering the advisability of following Iris to Poverty Villa, he felt a touch on his arm.
(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 Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb
From this reading While he was considering the advisability of following Iris to Poverty Villa, he felt a touch on his arm.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
assassinnounUS /əˈsæsən/
a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
assertedadjectiveUS /əˈsɜːrtɪd/
confidently declared to be so
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
ceaseverbUS /siːs/
put an end to a state or an activity
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
-ing form of “consider” — deem to be
From this reading While he was considering the advisability of following Iris to Poverty Villa, he felt a touch on his arm.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
a female human offspring
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
well in the past; former
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
doubtsnounUS /daʊts/
plural of “doubt” — the state of being unsure of something
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
Dr
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From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
Drek
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From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
escortnounUS /eˈskɔːrt/
someone who escorts and protects a prominent person
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
every person
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading While he was considering the advisability of following Iris to Poverty Villa, he felt a touch on his arm.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading While he was considering the advisability of following Iris to Poverty Villa, he felt a touch on his arm.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
frenzynounUS /ˈfrenzi/
state of violent mental agitation
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
gaolnoun
a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
imploreverbUS /ˌɪmˈplɔːr/
call upon in supplication; entreat
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
inducedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈduːst/
brought about or caused; not spontaneous
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
inquestnounUS /ˈɪnkwest/
an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
InspectornounUS /ˌɪnˈspektər/
a high ranking police officer
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
intoxicationnounUS /ˌɪntɑːksəˈkeɪʃən/
the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
IrisnounUS /ˈaɪrəs/
plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
journalistnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrnələst/
a writer for newspapers and magazines
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
Lester
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From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
Marborough
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From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
Mexton
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From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
murderedadjectiveUS /ˈmɜːrdərd/
killed unlawfully
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
no person; not anyone
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
United States feminist (1885-1977)
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions
From this reading While he was considering the advisability of following Iris to Poverty Villa, he felt a touch on his arm.
principallyadverbUS /ˈprɪnsɪpli/
for the most part
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
revealverbUS /rɪˈviːl/
make visible
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
except for; apart from
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
make square
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
having a supporting base
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
stepfathernounUS /ˈstepfɑːðər/
the husband of your mother by a subsequent marriage
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
thoughtfullyadverbUS /ˈθɔːtfəli/
in a thoughtful manner
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
make physical contact with, come in contact with
From this reading While he was considering the advisability of following Iris to Poverty Villa, he felt a touch on his arm.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
verdictnounUS /ˈvɜːrdɪkt/
(law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
VillanounUS /ˈvɪlə/
Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)
From this reading While he was considering the advisability of following Iris to Poverty Villa, he felt a touch on his arm.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He wished to question her as to what she meant; and implore her, if she knew the truth, to reveal it and save her unfortunate stepfather.
at the time that
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Nobody was surprised at the verdict, and everyone--as Paul could hear asserted on all sides--believed that Dr. Lester had murdered his own daughter while in a state of frenzy induced by intoxication.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
the words that are spoken
From this reading But Mexton had his doubts about the matter, principally on account of the words spoken by Iris when she wished him to cease from searching for the assassin.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading When the inquest was over, and Dr. Lester had departed for Marborough gaol under the escort of Inspector Drek, the young journalist remained standing thoughtfully in the square before the inn.
