used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
terminate
From this reading She was reluctant to break in upon a concentration which so candidly ignored her.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
candidlyadverbUS /ˈkændɪdli/
(used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that
From this reading She was reluctant to break in upon a concentration which so candidly ignored her.
plural of “cheek” — either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
concentrationnounUS /ˌkɑːnsənˈtreɪʃən/
the strength of a solution; number of molecules of a substance in a given volume
From this reading She was reluctant to break in upon a concentration which so candidly ignored her.
concernsnounUS /kənˈsɜːrnz/
plural of “concern” — something that interests you because it is important or affects you
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
ConverseverbUS /ˈkɑːnvərs/
carry on a conversation
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
CORONER'SnounUS /ˈkɔːrənərz/
possessive form of “coroner” — a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
COUPnounUS /kuː/
a sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
the act of departing
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
(plural) the deepest and most remote part
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
disconcertingadjectiveUS /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːrtɪŋ/
causing an emotional disturbance
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
separated in space or coming from or going to a distance
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
elapsedadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæpst/
(of time) having passed or slipped by
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
opinion or judgment
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
forciblyadverbUS /ˈfɔːrsəbli/
in a forcible manner
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
ignoredadjectiveUS /ˌɪɡˈnɔːrd/
disregarded
From this reading She was reluctant to break in upon a concentration which so candidly ignored her.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
mother'snounUS /ˈmʌðərz/
possessive form of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
a form of address for a man
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
occupyverbUS /ˈɑːkjəpaɪ/
keep busy with
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
ordealnounUS /ɔːrˈdiːl/
a severe or trying experience
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
very light colored; highly diluted with white
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
by chance
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
piercingadjectiveUS /ˈpɪrsɪŋ/
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
by chance
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
reluctantadjectiveUS /rɪˈlʌktənt/
unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom
From this reading She was reluctant to break in upon a concentration which so candidly ignored her.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
except for; apart from
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
scrutinynounUS /ˈskruːtəni/
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
the act of searching for something
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
showing reason or sound judgment
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
spacesnounUS /ˈspeɪsəz/
plural of “space” — the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
tingenounUS /tɪndʒ/
a slight but appreciable amount
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
unalteredadjectiveUS /əˈnɔːltərd/
remaining in an original state
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
unwaveringadjectiveUS /ənˈweɪvərɪŋ/
marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
violetnounUS /ˈvaɪəlɪt/
any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
Westbrook
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From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Her appearance was unaltered from what it had presented that morning, save, perhaps, for a faint tinge of color in the pale cheeks and the added light of some purpose in the depths of her violet eyes.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
in the company of; together with
From this reading His attention was evidently drawn forcibly back from distant spaces and fixed upon her with an effort.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading In seeking this meeting she had prepared for an ordeal, but now she became sensible of the fact that other concerns besides her own might occupy his mind, and that those unwavering, piercing eyes, the scrutiny of which was so disconcerting, were able to look at and through her without being aware of her presence.
someone who sees an event and reports what happened
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading THE CORONER'S COUP Possibly ten minutes elapsed before Miss Westbrook entered the room; had she been a witness of her mother's departure, she would have known that Mr. Converse had not stirred during that time.
