completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
alacritynounUS /əˈlækrəti/
liveliness and eagerness
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
cigarsnounUS /sɪˈɡɑːrz/
plural of “cigar” — a roll of tobacco for smoking
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
countedverbUS /ˈkaʊntɪd/
past form of “count” — determine the number or amount of
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
past form of “dare” — take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
cause to be slowed down or delayed
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
divisible by two
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
fearingverbUS /ˈfɪrɪŋ/
-ing form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
fouladjectiveUS /faʊl/
highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
gritnounUS /ɡrɪt/
a hard coarse-grained siliceous sandstone
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
hazardousadjectiveUS /ˈhæzərdəs/
involving risk or danger
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
an indirect suggestion
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
impatiencenounUS /ˌɪmˈpeɪʃəns/
a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
indoorsadverbUS /ˈɪndɔːrz/
within a building
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
provided with artificial light
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
used to form the superlative
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
absolutely essential
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
night'snounUS /naɪts/
possessive form of “night” — the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
OMINOUSadjectiveUS /ˈɑːmənəs/
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
and nothing more
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
participate in games or sport
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
without much difficulty
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
situatedadjectiveUS /ˈsɪtʃuːeɪtɪd/
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
staunchnessnoun
loyalty in the face of trouble and difficulty
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
StrodeverbUS /stroʊd/
inflected form of “stride” — walk with long steps
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
strolledverbUS /stroʊld/
past form of “stroll” — walk leisurely and with no apparent aim
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
undertakingnounUS /ˈʌndərteɪkɪŋ/
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AN OMINOUS VISIT At the inn Strode was waiting for me in some impatience, if not alarm, fearing foul play, from the delay in my return.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading After dinner we lit our cigars and strolled out.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading Then I told him the whole story, which indoors I had dared only hint at.
in the company of; together with
From this reading This he readily promised, as I felt sure he would, and even with more alacrity than could have been counted on.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading I should have taken him into my confidence anyhow, situated as I was, and feeling quite certain of his staunchness and grit; but, beyond that, I had come to the conclusion that his help would be absolutely necessary in the next night's most hazardous undertaking.
