used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
accessorynounUS /ækˈsesəri/
clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
additionaladjectiveUS /əˈdɪʃənəl/
further or added
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
adverseadjectiveUS /ædˈvɜːrs/
contrary to your interests or welfare
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
anew
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
in spite of the fact that
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
amorphousadjectiveUS /əˈmɔːrfəs/
having no definite form or distinct shape
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
analysisnounUS /əˈnæləsəs/
an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
react verbally
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
assassinationnounUS /əˌsæsəˈneɪʃən/
an attack intended to ruin someone's reputation
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
basedadjectiveUS /beɪst/
having a base
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
behaviornounUS /bɪˈheɪvjər/
manner of acting or controlling yourself
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
inflected form of “behold” — see with attention
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
on the far side of; further than
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
exercising caution or showing care or attention
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
clearingnounUS /ˈklɪrɪŋ/
a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
deem to be
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
continuallyadverbUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəli/
seemingly without interruption
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
ConverseverbUS /ˈkɑːnvərs/
carry on a conversation
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
a small house with a single story
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
the act of making up your mind about something
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
past form of “deliver” — deliver (a speech, oration, or idea)
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
well in the past; former
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
depressionnounUS /dɪˈpreʃən/
a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
devoidadjectiveUS /dɪˈvɔɪd/
completely wanting or lacking
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
Doctor'snounUS /ˈdɑːktərz/
possessive form of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
one or the other of two
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
exteriornounUS /ɪkˈstɪriər/
the region that is outside of something
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
Fairchild
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From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
Fairchild's
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From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
featurelessadjectiveUS /ˈfiːtʃərləs/
lacking distinguishing characteristics or features
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
formidableadjectiveUS /ˈfɔːrmədəbəl/
extremely impressive in strength or excellence
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
foundationnounUS /faʊnˈdeɪʃən/
the basis on which something is grounded
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
GeorgianounUS /ˈdʒɔːrdʒə/
a state in southeastern United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
a young female
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
HowenounUS /haʊ/
United States editor (1920-1993)
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
incompatibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪnkəmˈpætəbəl/
not compatible
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
indicatedverbUS /ˈɪndəkeɪtəd/
past form of “indicate” — be a signal for or a symptom of
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
inquestnounUS /ˈɪnkwest/
an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
investigationnounUS /ˌɪnvestəˈɡeɪʃən/
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
irresistibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbəl/
impossible to resist; overpowering
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
JoycenounUS /dʒɔɪs/
influential Irish writer noted for his many innovations (such as stream of consciousness writing) (1882-1941)
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
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 The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
logicnounUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪk/
the branch of philosophy that analyzes inference
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
the deliberate act of deviating from the truth
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
involving the mind or an intellectual process
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
monstrousadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːnstrəs/
abnormally large
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
a form of address for a man
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
in such a manner as could not be otherwise
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
Paquita
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From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
participationnounUS /pɑːrˌtɪsəˈpeɪʃən/
the act of sharing in the activities of a group
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
peradventurenoun
doubt or uncertainty as to whether something is the case
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
phantomnounUS /ˈfæn.təm/
A ghost or apparition; a figment of the imagination or a hidden dweller.
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
the body of people in a learned occupation
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
established beyond doubt
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
reasoningnounUS /ˈriːzənɪŋ/
thinking that is coherent and logical
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
receptionnounUS /rɪˈsepʃən/
the manner in which something is greeted
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
relatingverbUS /rɪˈleɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “relate” — make a logical or causal connection
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
SancheznounUS /ˈsæntʃez/
Venezuelan master terrorist raised by a Marxist-Leninist father; trained and worked with many terrorist groups (born in 1949)
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
a general conscious awareness
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
shadowyadjectiveUS /ˈʃædoʊi/
filled with shade
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
singledverbUS /ˈsɪŋɡəld/
past form of “single” — hit a single
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
a thing, without saying which
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
comparatives of “soon” or “early”
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
testimonynounUS /ˈtestəmoʊni/
a solemn statement made under oath
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
precisely as stated
From this reading That he did not consider Fairchild accessory to either crime was a belief resting upon a very sound foundation of reasoning, although such a conviction must needs be an additional point adverse to Joyce.
a vivid mental image
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
Westbrook
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
used to ask for information about something
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
at the time that
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
in the company of; together with
From this reading A DECISION AND A LETTER If Mr. Converse departed from the cottage with a feeling of depression, it was based, as we know, upon a formidable number of reasons.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading There was always the hope that sooner or later an answer would be returned clearing Joyce beyond peradventure.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading If the sensation was incompatible with his profession, it at least proved that, as a human being, he was not so utterly devoid of feeling as his grim exterior continually indicated; and when the irresistible logic of the present investigation singled out again and again a beautiful girl as the author of a monstrous assassination; when the amorphous figure of Paquita--that featureless, shadowy phantom--presented itself between his mental vision and Joyce Westbrook--it was with a sense of relief that he asked, "Paquita, what do you spell?"
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading The testimony delivered by Doctor Westbrook and Mr. Howe of Georgia at the inquest, relating to Fairchild's strange behavior when he beheld the body of De Sanchez lying on the Doctor's reception room floor, and a careful analysis of this evidence--although it certainly left the young man's conduct something to be explained--would not admit the idea of a guilty knowledge on his part, or of an active participation in the crime itself.
