used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
assistverbUS /əˈsɪst/
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
catsnounUS /kæts/
plural of “cat” — feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
contemptuouslyadverbUS /kənˈtemptʃwəsli/
without respect; in a disdainful manner
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
conventionnounUS /kənˈvenʃən/
a large formal assembly
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
cultivateverbUS /ˈkʌltəveɪt/
foster the growth of
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
wanted intensely
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading She did this instinctively, rather from the social viewpoint than the political.
dimlyadverbUS /ˈdɪmli/
in a dim indistinct manner
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
the point or degree to which something extends
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading She did this instinctively, rather from the social viewpoint than the political.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
instinctivelyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪvliː/
as a matter of instinct
From this reading She did this instinctively, rather from the social viewpoint than the political.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
LukenounUS /luːk/
(New Testament) the Apostle closely associated with St. Paul and traditionally assumed to be the author of the third Gospel
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
engage in
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
the force of workers available
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
methodsnounUS /ˈmeθədz/
plural of “method” — a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
occurverbUS /əˈkɜːr/
come to pass
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
and nothing more
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
by chance
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians
From this reading She did this instinctively, rather from the social viewpoint than the political.
social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
concerned with actual use or practice
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
Presson
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From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
purposesnounUS /ˈpɜːrpəsəz/
plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
RAMPANTadjectiveUS /ˈræmpənt/
unrestrained and violent
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
RAMRODDERS
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From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
on the contrary
From this reading She did this instinctively, rather from the social viewpoint than the political.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
reconciliationnounUS /ˌrekənsɪliˈeɪʃən/
the reestablishing of cordial relations
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
relating to human society and its members
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
carry out
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
tameverbUS /teɪm/
correct by punishment or discipline
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading She did this instinctively, rather from the social viewpoint than the political.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Luke Presson did not take her into his confidence to the extent that he desired her to cultivate men of power for his own purposes.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading She did this instinctively, rather from the social viewpoint than the political.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
viewpointnounUS /ˈvjuːpɔɪnt/
a mental position from which things are viewed
From this reading She did this instinctively, rather from the social viewpoint than the political.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
Waymouth
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From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
in the company of; together with
From this reading But it did occur to him, after that State convention, that perhaps he needed his wife to assist him in beginning a reconciliation with General Waymouth.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading He only dimly and rather contemptuously recognized that women had any influence in political matters.
but in spite of that
From this reading THE RAMRODDERS RAMPANT Though Mrs. Luke Presson was not especially interested in the practical side of plain politics, yet it was a part of her social methods to make tame cats of men of State influence as far as she was able.
