used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
to or in a foreign country
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
in addition
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
amplyadverbUS /ˈæmpli/
to an ample degree or in an ample manner
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
from appearances alone
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
for the reason that
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
cordialadjectiveUS /ˈkɔːrdʒəl/
diffusing warmth and friendliness
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
disturbverbUS /dɪˈstɜːrb/
move deeply
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
don't
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From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
EnglishwomannounUS /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃwʊmən/
a woman who is a native or inhabitant of England
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
father'snounUS /ˈfɑːðərz/
possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
fulfilledadjectiveUS /fʊlˈfɪld/
completed to perfection
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
the act of departing
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
Henrietta
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From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
where you live at a particular time
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
it's
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From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
lodgingsnounUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪŋz/
temporary living quarters
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
middle-agedadjectiveUS /ˈmɪdəleɪɡd/
being roughly between 45 and 65 years old
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
Mildred
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From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
used with “to” to say what is right or advisable
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
marked by the reception of pay
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
to some extent; in some degree; not wholly
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
principlenounUS /ˈprɪnsəpəl/
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
squalornounUS /ˈskwɑːlər/
sordid dirtiness
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
temptationnounUS /temˈteɪʃən/
something that seduces or has the quality to seduce
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was a temptation to Henrietta, but she refused partly from pride, from a feeling that she ought not to disturb the present comfort, but also because it was getting a principle with her, as apparently with many middle-aged Englishwoman, that she must always be going abroad.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
having come into contact
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading Henrietta paid her father a visit before they started abroad.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
warmthnounUS /wɔːrmθ/
the sensation caused by heat energy
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
accept gladly
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading The promise of the first days was amply fulfilled; the whole house was happy, and Henrietta was touched by the warmth of her welcome.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
in the company of; together with
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading After the squalor of lodgings home was pleasant, and her father's invitation was cordial: "Henrietta, why don't you stay with us?
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Mildred," with a fond look at his wife, "never will allow your room to be used; it's always ready waiting for you."
