used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
anew
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading He voluntarily made himself an outcast.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
confined by bonds
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
changingadjectiveUS /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/
marked by continuous change or effective action
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
clear-headed
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From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
codenounUS /koʊd/
a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones)
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
concessionsnounUS /kənˈseʃənz/
plural of “concession” — a contract granting the right to operate a subsidiary business
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
congratulatedverbUS /kənˈɡrætʃəleɪtɪd/
past form of “congratulate” — say something to someone that expresses praise
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
daughter'snounUS /ˈdɔːtərz/
possessive form of “daughter” — a female human offspring
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
someone who is a detective
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
Dick'snounUS /dɪks/
possessive form of “dick” — someone who is a detective
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
bring shame or dishonor upon
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
Dora
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From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
operate or control a vehicle
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
an opposing military force
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
the act of escaping physically
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
divisible by two
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
existsverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪsts/
third-person singular of “exist” — have an existence, be extant
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
opinion or judgment
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
forgerynounUS /ˈfɔːrdʒəri/
a copy that is represented as the original
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
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 She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
a young female
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading He voluntarily made himself an outcast.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
inevitableadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈnevətəbəl/
incapable of being avoided or prevented
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
held dear
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading He voluntarily made himself an outcast.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
the force of workers available
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
moraladjectiveUS /ˈmɔːrəl/
concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
outcastnounUS /ˈaʊtkæst/
a person who is rejected (from society or home)
From this reading He voluntarily made himself an outcast.
relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
people'snounUS /ˈpiːpəlz/
possessive form of “people” — (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
deserving or inciting pity
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
PROPOSALnounUS /prəˈpoʊzəl/
something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
regimentverbUS /ˈredʒəmənt/
subject to rigid discipline, order, and systematization
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
a reason for wanting something done
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
except for; apart from
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
strictadjectiveUS /strɪkt/
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
be agreeable or acceptable to
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
trainedadjectiveUS /treɪnd/
shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
undeterminedadjectiveUS /ˌʌndɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/
not yet having been ascertained or determined
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The colonel did not fail to drive home the inevitable moral, and congratulated himself upon his daughter's escape.
voluntarilyadverbUS /ˌvɑːlənˈterəli/
out of your own free will
From this reading He voluntarily made himself an outcast.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
which person or people
From this reading A SECOND PROPOSAL Dora was undetermined in her attitude toward Dick's enemy, who, for her sake, was ready to become his friend and save his name from public disgrace.
disposed or inclined toward
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
in the company of; together with
From this reading She had a poor opinion of a man who was willing to further his own suit by making concessions to a rival, even though that rival were dead; but her attitude of mind toward Dick was changing slowly under outside influence--as it was bound to do with a clear-headed girl, trained to the strict code of honor that exists among military men concerning other people's money.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading A soldier who had committed forgery could never hold up his head again in the eyes of his regiment, or of the woman he loved.
