Chapter VI

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From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

a proposal for an appropriate course of action

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

later than; following

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

a feeling of delight at being entertained

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

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

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

comparative of “bright” — emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

an occurrence of something

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

possessive form of “charlotte” — the largest city in North Carolina; located in south central North Carolina

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

communication by the exchange of letters

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

(of land or fields) prepared for raising crops by plowing or fertilizing

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

recognizable; marked

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

plural of “emotion” — any strong feeling

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

a feeling of excitement

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

chemical process in which one atom or ion or group changes places with another

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

having or given a form or shape

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

English biochemist who was a pioneer in research on carbohydrates; when he synthesized vitamin C he became the first person to synthesize a vitamin artificially (1883-1950)

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

plural of “idea” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

a change for the better; progress in development

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

give free rein to

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

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

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the literary culture

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

a condition requiring relief

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

not one and not the other of two

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

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From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

a judge of a probate court

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

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From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

make visible

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

a reason for wanting something done

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

ludicrous, foolish

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

plural of “taylor” — United States composer and music critic (1885-1966)

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

possessive form of “teacher” — a person whose occupation is teaching

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Or is it the intellectual need of this teacher's instructions and advice, as a means of mental improvement?

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

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the quality of a person's voice

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

feelings of excessive pride

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

used to ask for information about something

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

which person or people

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

in the company of; together with

From this reading Is it the 'enthusiasm for a great man,' and the desire (for the sake of vanity, or of amusement) to keep up a correspondence with him?

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?

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

From this reading Or is it the want of a companion to exchange ideas with, who is a brighter and more cultivated being than the Nusseys, Taylors, Woolers, and the others?

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading THE LOVE-LETTERS OF A ROMANTIC[1] Taking up the study of Charlotte's letters written to M. Heger after her return to Haworth, and reading them in the light of what we know of the circumstances and emotions that have formed the feelings, and decided the tone and attitude of the writer, what do we find to be the sentiment they reveal to us?

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Or is it the pleasure of having a man friend, in the case of a woman who is neither pretty, nor young, nor silly, enough to indulge in an ordinary flirtation?