used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
ampleadjectiveUS /ˈæmpəl/
more than enough in size or scope or capacity
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading If he could only take her away from it!
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
cocainenounUS /koʊˈkeɪn/
a narcotic (alkaloid) extracted from coca leaves; used as a surface anesthetic or taken for pleasure; can become powerfully addictive
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading If he could only take her away from it!
dancesnounUS /ˈdænsəz/
plural of “dance” — an artistic form of nonverbal communication
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
deep-dyed
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From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
eligibleadjectiveUS /ˈelədʒəbəl/
qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
FitzGeraldnounUS /fɪtsˈdʒerəld/
English poet remembered primarily for his free translation of the poetry of Omar Khayyam (1809-1883)
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading If he could only take her away from it!
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
groundsnounUS /ɡraʊndz/
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
an established custom
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading If he could only take her away from it!
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading If he could only take her away from it!
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
an indirect suggestion
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
hopingverbUS /ˈhoʊpɪŋ/
-ing form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
housematenoun
someone who resides in the same house with you
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading If he could only take her away from it!
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
Krauss
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From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
take in marriage
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
meetingsnounUS /ˈmiːtɪŋz/
plural of “meeting” — a formally arranged gathering
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
meritsnounUS /ˈmerəts/
plural of “merit” — any admirable quality or attribute
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
and nothing more
From this reading If he could only take her away from it!
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
ridesnounUS /raɪdz/
plural of “ride” — a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile)
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
a strong line
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
scoundrelnounUS /ˈskaʊndrəl/
a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
Sophy
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From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
feeling a need to see others suffer
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
surprisinglyadverbUS /sərˈpraɪzɪŋli/
in a surprising manner
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
carry out
From this reading If he could only take her away from it!
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
a cunning or deceitful action or device
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
past form of “venture” — proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers
From this reading In spite of their pleasant meetings, their rides and dances, he had never ventured to hint at his real feelings, knowing that he was far from being what is called “an eligible match,” and having a surprisingly humble opinion of his own merits.
an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
used to ask for information about something
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading If Krauss was a deep-dyed scoundrel, and his wife a victim of the cocaine habit, what a home for Sophy!
in the company of; together with
From this reading A ROPE TRICK This conversation with FitzGerald gave his housemate ample food for serious reflection.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading But what grounds had he for hoping that she would marry him?
