Chapter IV

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

later than; following

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

(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 Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

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

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

past form of “consent” — give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

the act of making up your mind about something

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

without deviation

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

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From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

the act of acquiring something

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

a narrow secluded valley (in the mountains)

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

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

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

United States architect who formed and important architectural firm with John Merven Carrere (1860-1929)

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

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

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

become part of; become a member of a group or organization

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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 Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

a narrow way or road

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

hear with intention

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

a midday meal

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

not any; not one

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

past form of “persuade” — win approval or support for

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading Colonel Lane was pleased.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

consider again; give new consideration to; usually with a view to changing

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

past form of “render” — cause to become

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

precisely, exactly

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

cut with a saw

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

perception by means of the eyes

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

in the near future

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

-ing form of “suppose” — express a supposition

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

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

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

not encouraging or approving or pleasing

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

New Zealand runner who in 1975 became the first person to run a mile in less that 3 minutes and 50 seconds (born in 1952)

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

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

From this reading Colonel Lane was pleased.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We could start directly after luncheon, and get to the Glen as soon as the others.”

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

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

which person or people

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading Phyllis, who knew that things had happened which rendered that former decision final, and seeing no reason at all why she should not listen to pretty compliments for an hour, consented.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

possessive form of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

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

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading A WOMAN’S HONOR “Phyllis, if you are as good a walker as you used to be, won’t you go to Fairlight Glen by the East Hill with me?

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Mr. Herbert Langridge, who had been persuaded by Colonel Lane to join the picnic, saw a chance in this proposal of an hour or two in which to have the object of his desire to himself, and Colonel Lane had been quite right in supposing that this young man had come to Hastings with the set purpose of getting Phyllis to reconsider a former unfavorable decision.