Chapter XVI

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

From this reading AN ELOPEMENT FROM A DILIGENCE.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

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

From this reading AN ELOPEMENT FROM A DILIGENCE.

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

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

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

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

for which vengeance has been taken

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

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

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

for the reason that

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

in bodily form

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

fearless and daring

From this reading Bold as he was in many things, the fox-hunter was timid as to that sort of celebrity.

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From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

(of goods and merchandise) marked or labeled by a distinctive word or symbol indicating exclusive rights

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

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From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

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From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

a former province of eastern France that is famous for its wines

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

a town in northern France on the Strait of Dover that serves as a ferry port to England

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

a widely known person

From this reading Bold as he was in many things, the fox-hunter was timid as to that sort of celebrity.

a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

feeling or showing worry or solicitude

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

possessive form of “coroner” — a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

plural of “dash” — distinctive and stylish elegance

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

characterized by great determination

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation

From this reading AN ELOPEMENT FROM A DILIGENCE.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

the act of running away with a lover (usually to get married)

From this reading AN ELOPEMENT FROM A DILIGENCE.

render capable or able for some task

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

a division of the United Kingdom

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

expected to follow in the indefinite future from causes already operating

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

for a limitless time

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

tendency to forget

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

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From this reading Bold as he was in many things, the fox-hunter was timid as to that sort of celebrity.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading AN ELOPEMENT FROM A DILIGENCE.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

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

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

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

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

an event that causes someone to die

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Bold as he was in many things, the fox-hunter was timid as to that sort of celebrity.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

used to form the superlative

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

a form of address for a man

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

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 He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

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From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

in an official role

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

many times at short intervals

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

something that results

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

above and across; more than

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

large long-winged warm-water seabird having a large bill with a distensible pouch for fish

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

a human being

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

the act of removing

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

past form of “repair” — restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

tending to impart new life and vigor to

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

term of address for a man

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Bold as he was in many things, the fox-hunter was timid as to that sort of celebrity.

young nobleman attendant on a knight

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

not in physical motion

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

past form of “supplant” — take the place or move into the position of

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

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

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Bold as he was in many things, the fox-hunter was timid as to that sort of celebrity.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

showing fear and lack of confidence

From this reading Bold as he was in many things, the fox-hunter was timid as to that sort of celebrity.

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

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

(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 But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

plural of “vowel” — a speech sound made with the vocal tract open

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Bold as he was in many things, the fox-hunter was timid as to that sort of celebrity.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

during the time that

From this reading It came out, over the Burgundy, that Sir Hilary passed most of his time in Paris, but often repaired to Calais or Boulogne to be for the while nearer England.

which person or people

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He still remained from his own country because he dreaded being called on by the law for an account of the killing of Mr. Bullcott,--not that he feared the outcome as to his bodily safety, but that such legal proceedings might bring out the name of his sister, and provide the _Town and Country Magazine_ with a characteristic narrative, in which every one concerned should figure, the vowels in each name supplanted by dashes.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading But the non-existence of any one who would desire to see Squire Bullcott's removal avenged, promised eventual safety for Sir Hilary's person; and the general forgetfulness of things past would in time enable him to return home without risk of reviving interest in the affair at the Pelican, although he was forever officially branded by the coroner's verdict as having caused the death of Bullcott under circumstances to be further determined.