Chapter XVI

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

later than; following

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

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

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

a formal public statement

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

from appearances alone

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

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

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

past form of “bloom” — produce or yield flowers

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

produce or yield flowers

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

a social or business visitor

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

plural of “car” — a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

the largest city in North Carolina; located in south central North Carolina

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.)

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

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From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

a small house with a single story

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

a natural object that covers or envelops

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

wood of any of various cypress trees especially of the genus Cupressus

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

inflected form of “deny” — declare untrue; contradict

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

developed or executed with care and in minute detail

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

without deviation

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

third-person singular of “entertain” — provide entertainment for

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

to or in any or all places

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

not divided or shared with others

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

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From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

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From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

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From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

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From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

(usually plural) the office that serves as the administrative center of an enterprise

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

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

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

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

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

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

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

shrub or vine of the genus Lonicera

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

low or inferior in station or quality

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

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

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

-ing form of “incubate” — grow under conditions that promote development

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

discontinued temporarily

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

influential Irish writer noted for his many innovations (such as stream of consciousness writing) (1882-1941)

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

and nothing more

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

set afire

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

immediately past

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

past form of “lavish” — expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

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

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

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From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

a form of address for a man

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

drawn or pressed close to someone or something for or as if for affection or protection

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

possessive form of “night” — the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

-ing form of “occupy” — keep busy with

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

in other respects or ways

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

an amount of time

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

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From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

a calm, lengthy, intent consideration

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

a public act of violence by an unruly mob

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

plural of “rose” — any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

fitting closely

From this reading The humble abode of the Fairchilds nestled snugly in a covering of climbing roses, honeysuckle, and feathery-fronded cypress.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

a request to be present

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

having come or been brought to a conclusion

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

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

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

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

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

not giving satisfaction

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Flowers bloomed everywhere; for upon her garden Charlotte lavished a love otherwise denied expression, and Mr. Converse's eyes kindled when they caught this riot of blossom.

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

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

From this reading Despite the night's turbulent events, when he left the Westbrook home in charge of McCaleb and another plain-clothes man detailed from headquarters, it was in pursuance of a plan that had been incubating in his mind during the hours when other matters were apparently occupying his exclusive attention.

at the time that

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

in the company of; together with

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.

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

From this reading Immediately after his unsatisfactory interview with Joyce and her brother, he went as directly to the Fairchild cottage as the street cars would carry him.

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

From this reading MISS CHARLOTTE ENTERTAINS A CALLER It will be remembered that when Mr. Converse's last _tête-à-tête_ with Mr. Follett was interrupted by the summons to appear at headquarters, he had just terminated a long period of reflection with the announcement that he at last knew the means of finding young Mr. Fairchild.