used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
in addition
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
amateurnounUS /ˈæmətɜːr/
someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
a quantity of money
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
associationnounUS /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/
a formal organization of people or groups of people
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
BurroughsnounUS /ˈbʌroʊz/
United States writer noted for his works portraying the life of drug addicts (1914-1997)
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
congratulatedverbUS /kənˈɡrætʃəleɪtɪd/
past form of “congratulate” — say something to someone that expresses praise
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
dabblers
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From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
don't
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From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
Dorothy
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From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
editornounUS /ˈedətər/
a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
to the same degree (often followed by “as”)
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
give expression to
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
formed or conceived by the imagination
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
a boy or man
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
fittedadjectiveUS /ˈfɪtəd/
being the right size and shape to fit as desired
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
set up or found
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
something acquired without compensation
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
Mayfield's
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From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
neglectingverbUS /nɪˈɡlektɪŋ/
-ing form of “neglect” — leave undone or leave out
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
Nels
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From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
not any; not one
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
many times at short intervals
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
prestigenounUS /preˈstiːʒ/
a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc.
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
get something; come into possession of
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
Riordan
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From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
satisfyingadjectiveUS /ˈsætɪsfaɪɪŋ/
providing abundant nourishment
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
sketchesnounUS /ˈsketʃəz/
plural of “sketch” — preliminary drawing for later elaboration
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
stipendnounUS /ˈstaɪpənd/
a sum of money allotted on a regular basis; usually for some specific purpose
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
studentnounUS /ˈstuːdənt/
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
studentsnounUS /ˈstuːdənts/
plural of “student” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
talentnounUS /ˈtælənt/
natural abilities or qualities
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
TerrynounUS /ˈteri/
English actress (1847-1928)
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
that's
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From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
theatricaladjectiveUS /θiˈætrɪkəl/
of or relating to the theater
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Dorothy and Nels told every one they knew about “Ruth Mayfield’s splendid success,” and Professor Burroughs congratulated her.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
uniqueadjectiveUS /juːˈniːk/
radically distinctive and without equal
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
weeklynounUS /ˈwiːkli/
a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year)
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading We don’t want to turn out dabblers, and too often that’s what art students become.”
at the time that
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
wiselyadverbUS /ˈwaɪzli/
in a wise manner
From this reading “It is always sad to see a student with a real gift neglecting it for a fancied talent,” he said, “and it is equally satisfying when any of our students wisely follow the line of work for which they are fitted.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
the basic unit of money in South Korea
From this reading Also she discovered that association with a newspaper and connection with a weekly stipend gave her a prestige with her fellow students which no amount of splendid amateur effort would have won for her.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading Terry Riordan arranged an interview for Ruth with the Sunday editor of the _Express_, with the result that she found herself promised to do a weekly page of theatrical sketches, beginning the first of the year, and she discovered the unique joy of having real work which was wanted and for which she would receive money.