used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
accompanyingadjectiveUS /əˈkʌmpəniɪŋ/
occurring with or following as a consequence
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
befallenverbUS /bəˈfɑːlən/
inflected form of “befall” — become of; happen to
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
chroniclenounUS /ˈkrɑː.nɪ.kəl/
A detailed written record of historical events in order. (Sử ký, biên niên sử lịch sử.)
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
demandsnounUS /dɪˈmændz/
plural of “demand” — an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
although something is true; in spite of
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
detectivesnounUS /dɪˈtektɪvz/
plural of “detective” — a police officer who investigates crimes
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
doingsnounUS /ˈduːɪŋz/
manner of acting or controlling yourself
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
doubtfuladjectiveUS /ˈdaʊtfəl/
open to doubt or suspicion
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
plural of “fact” — a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
FANCIESnounUS /ˈfænsiz/
plural of “fancy” — something many people believe that is false
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
be a farmer; work as a farmer
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
Fenley
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From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
Fenleys
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From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
FURNEAUX
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From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
inspiredadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈspaɪərd/
being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
Jackson'snounUS /ˈdʒæksənz/
possessive form of “jackson” — English film actress who later became a member of British Parliament (born in 1936)
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
a female domestic
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
Manning's
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From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
and nothing more
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
minoradjectiveUS /ˈmaɪnər/
of lesser importance or stature or rank
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
the condition of being essential or indispensable
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
a brief written record
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
probabilitynounUS /ˌprɑːbəˈbɪlətiː/
a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
QuarrynounUS /ˈkwɔːri/
a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
unusual or striking
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
revertverbUS /rɪˈvɜːrt/
go back to a previous state
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
revoltnounUS /rɪˈvoʊlt/
organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
roundaboutadjectiveUS /ˈraʊndəbaʊt/
marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
routenounUS /ruːt/
an established line of travel or access
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
Roxton
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From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
sayingsnounUS /ˈseɪɪŋz/
plural of “saying” — a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
secludedadjectiveUS /sɪˈkluːdɪd/
hidden from general view or use
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
sternadjectiveUS /stɜːrn/
of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
Sylvia
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From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
propel through the air
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Be that as it may, stern necessity demands that the chronicle should revert for a time to the sayings and doings of the Fenleys and the detectives.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
Trenholme
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From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
tribulationsnounUS /ˌtrɪbjəˈleɪʃənz/
plural of “tribulation” — an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
unpremeditatedadjective
not prepared or planned in advance
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
From this reading Of course there is some probability that a full and true account of the conversation between man and maid as they walked the half mile to Jackson's farm might throw a flood of light on this minor problem.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It is doubtful whether or not Sylvia Manning's unpremeditated action in accompanying Trenholme was inspired by a sudden interest in art or by revolt against the tribulations which had befallen her.
the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees
From this reading Despite a roundabout route, Furneaux had merely led Robert Fenley through the gardens to the Quarry Wood.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading FURNEAUX STATES SOME FACTS AND CERTAIN FANCIES This record of a day remarkable beyond any other in the history of secluded Roxton might strike a more cheerful note if it followed the two young people across the park.
