used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
anew
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
ArmstrongnounUS /ˈɑːrmstrɑːŋ/
United States astronaut; the first man to set foot on the Moon (July 20, 1969) (1930-)
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
automobilenounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːl/
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
having undesirable or negative qualities
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
next to; at the side of
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
chauffeurnounUS /ʃoʊˈfɜːr/
a man paid to drive a privately owned car
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
something that interests you because it is important or affects you
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
a state at a particular time
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
contentedadjectiveUS /kənˈtentəd/
satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
demoralizedadjectiveUS /dɪˈmɔːrəlaɪzd/
made less hopeful or enthusiastic
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
discomforture
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From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
dismaynounUS /dɪˈsmeɪ/
the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
divertedadjectiveUS /daɪˈvɜːrtɪd/
pleasantly occupied
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
earliestadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrliəst/
(comparative and superlative of “early”) more early than; most early
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
eminentlyadverbUS /ˈemənəntli/
in an eminent manner
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
establishmentnounUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/
the act of forming or establishing something
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
divisible by two
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
experimentsnounUS /ɪkˈsperəmənts/
plural of “experiment” — the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
a social unit living together
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
a social unit living together
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
impatiencenounUS /ˌɪmˈpeɪʃəns/
a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
Inez
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From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
a small worthless amount
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
luncheonnounUS /ˈlʌntʃən/
a midday meal
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
a particular point in time
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
used to form the superlative
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
normaladjectiveUS /ˈnɔːrməl/
conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
one's
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From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
and nothing more
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
Peyster
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From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
reconstructverbUS /ˌriːkənˈstrʌkt/
reassemble mentally
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
precisely, exactly
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
plural of “run” — a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
satisfactoryadjectiveUS /ˌsætəˈsfæktri/
giving satisfaction
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
satisfyverbUS /ˈsætəsfaɪ/
meet the requirements or expectations of
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
shortenedadjectiveUS /ˈʃɔːrtənd/
cut short
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
a sudden outburst of anger
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
hard to endure
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The automobile, even in the two days it had been a member of the Armstrong family, completely demoralized the entire establishment.
unceremoniouslyadverbUS /ˌʌnserəˈmoʊniəsli/
in an unceremonious manner
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
villanounUS /ˈvɪlə/
Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The only event which diverted Armstrong was the return to the villa of Inez and De Peyster, for their evident discomforture caused him real concern.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading He contented himself with short runs down to the city and back the first day after his man had succeeded in putting the car into its normal condition, but his impatience to start out again immediately after each return, even though luncheon was most unceremoniously shortened, produced almost as much dismay in the household as his bad temper while trying to reconstruct the machine.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Jack was beside himself with excitement and joy, his early experiments both with chauffeur and car being eminently satisfactory.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I want you all to have a ride in it at the earliest possible moment," he explained; "but before I risk any one's neck but my own I must satisfy myself that the car is all right and that the chauffeur knows his business."
