Chapter XII · Chapter 12

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

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

(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 Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

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

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

any thing at all

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.

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

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

past form of “associate” — make a logical or causal connection

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

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

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

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From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.

a statute in draft before it becomes law

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

a name given to a product or service

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

British chemist and physicist who established that water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen and who calculated the density of the earth (1731-1810)

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

without doubt or question

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

persuaded of; very sure

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

wicked and cruel behavior

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

command with authority

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

the act of leaving secretly or without explanation

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

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

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

putting a condemned person to death

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

with resolute determination

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

a town in northern Maryland to the west of Baltimore

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.

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

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

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

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

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

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

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

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

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

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

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

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

a message received and understood

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.

and nothing more

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

made of or resembling lace

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

the one or ones belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

laborer who works in a mine

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.

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

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

as might be expected

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

be shown or be found to be

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

on the contrary

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

in a reckless manner

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

erect plant with small clusters of pink trumpet-shaped flowers of southwestern United States

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

the act of searching for something

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

not in physical motion

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

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

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading He possessed a logical mind and needed to think out clearly a course of action before putting it into execution.

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

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

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

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

not clearly expressed or understood

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

the activity of making visits

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

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

From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

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From this reading Westcott's purpose in visiting the La Rosita mine was a rather vague one.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Just what the connection between these people might prove to be was still a matter of doubt, but as Miss Donovan was seeking this information at the hotel, all that remained for him to do at present was an investigation of Lacy.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

in the company of; together with

From this reading His thought had naturally associated Bill Lacy with whatever form of deviltry had brought Beaton to the neighbourhood of Haskell, and he felt convinced firmly that this special brand of deviltry had some direct connection with the disappearance of Frederick Cavendish.

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet it was not in the nature of the big miner to go at anything recklessly.