Chapter XVII

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

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

push for something

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

matters of personal concern

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

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From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

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

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

(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 These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

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

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

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

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

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

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

plural of “brain” — that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

plural of “bribe” — payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

plural of “case” — an occurrence of something

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

The quality of being intelligent, quick to understand, and resourceful in danger.

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

in disagreement

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

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

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

plural of “court” — an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

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From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

past form of “equal” — be identical or equivalent to

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

relating to or being a Christian church believing in personal conversion and the inerrancy of the Bible especially the 4 Gospels

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

apart from; not including

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

a quantity much larger than is needed

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

plural of “fee” — a fixed charge for a privilege or for professional services

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

past form of “gain” — obtain

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

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

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

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

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

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From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

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

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

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

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

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

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

possessive form of “juror” — someone who serves (or waits to be called to serve) on a jury

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

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 He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

not any; not one

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

known widely and usually unfavorably

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

and nothing more

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

to some extent; in some degree; not wholly

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

generous in assistance to the poor

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

appeal or request earnestly

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

precisely, exactly

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

plural of “scheme” — an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

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

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

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

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

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From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

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

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

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

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

the act of using

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

precisely as stated

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

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

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity

From this reading These conflicting views partly arose from the fact that he had gained some notorious cases in the face of strong public opinion, and in one case, at least, it seemed against all the weight of evidence.

widely or fully known

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

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

From this reading Whatever Alden's character, it was certain that his hands would at any time be more than full of affairs.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He knew little about him except that his name was always in the papers in connection with the law courts, with philanthropic schemes and religious enterprise of an evangelical sort.

Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.

From this reading Report said various things--that he would plead in no case in which he did not believe his cause to be right--that his integrity was in excess of his brains, and was the only argument he offered worthy of a juror's consideration--or, that the huge fees given him were often bribes to use his reputation in the service of crime, and that his diabolical cleverness was only equaled by his hypocrisy.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading HERMIONE'S ADVOCATE Durgan felt very curious to know whether Theodore Alden, the well-known lawyer, would appear.