used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
animatedadjectiveUS /ˈænəmeɪtɪd/
having life or vigor or spirit
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading He was beginning to detest Bower.
BowernounUS /ˈbaʊər/
a framework that supports climbing plants
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
chattingverbUS /ˈtʃætɪŋ/
inflected form of “chat” — talk socially without exchanging too much information
From this reading They were chatting with the freedom of old friends.
to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
detestverbUS /dɪˈtest/
dislike intensely; feel antipathy or aversion towards
From this reading He was beginning to detest Bower.
any strong feeling
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading They were chatting with the freedom of old friends.
friendlinessnounUS /ˈfrendlinɪs/
a feeling of liking for another person; enjoyment in their company
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading They were chatting with the freedom of old friends.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was beginning to detest Bower.
Helen'snounUS /ˈhelɪnz/
possessive form of “helen” — (Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
inflictedverbUS /ˌɪnˈflɪktɪd/
past form of “inflict” — impose something unpleasant
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
intentnounUS /ˌɪnˈtent/
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
interpretedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtɜːrprətəd/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
being nothing more than specified
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading They were chatting with the freedom of old friends.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading They were chatting with the freedom of old friends.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
cut with a saw
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
SKIRMISHINGverbUS /ˈskɜːrmɪʃɪŋ/
-ing form of “skirmish” — engage in a skirmish
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
slightsnounUS /slaɪts/
plural of “slight” — a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
SpencernounUS /ˈspensər/
English philosopher and sociologist who applied the theory of natural selection to human societies (1820-1903)
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
comparative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
supplyingnounUS /səˈplaɪɪŋ/
the activity of supplying or providing something
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
disclosing unintentionally something concealed
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They were chatting with the freedom of old friends.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He was beginning to detest Bower.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading SOME SKIRMISHING Later, the American saw the two sitting in the hall.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Helen's animated face showed that the subject of their talk was deeply interesting.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading They were chatting with the freedom of old friends.
in the company of; together with
From this reading They were chatting with the freedom of old friends.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading She was telling Bower of the slights inflicted on her by the other women; but Spencer interpreted her intent manner as supplying sufficient proof of a stronger emotion than mere friendliness.
