used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
ampleadjectiveUS /ˈæmpəl/
more than enough in size or scope or capacity
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
Clare
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From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
Clendenin's
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From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
without stop or interruption
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
DalenounUS /deɪl/
an open river valley (in a hilly area)
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
detectverbUS /dɪˈtekt/
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
Dr
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From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
fearful expectation or anticipation
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
accept an excuse for
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
a young female
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
the act of departing
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
expect, believe, or suppose
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
headachenounUS /ˈhedeɪk/
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
hearted
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From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
prevent from being seen or discovered
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Why should I trouble myself about it?"
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
inclementadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈklemənt/
(of weather or climate) severe
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "Why should I trouble myself about it?"
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
Kenneth
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From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
engage in
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
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 The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading "Why should I trouble myself about it?"
Nell
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From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
overpoweringadjectiveUS /ˈoʊvərˈpaʊrɪŋ/
so strong as to be irresistible
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
repentancenounUS /rɪˈpentəns/
remorse for your past conduct
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
scrutinynounUS /ˈskruːtəni/
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
seemingadjectiveUS /ˈsiːmɪŋ/
appearing as such but not necessarily so
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
seizingnounUS /ˈsiːzɪŋ/
small stuff that is used for lashing two or more ropes together
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading "Why should I trouble myself about it?"
shrewdadjectiveUS /ʃruːd/
marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
sighsnounUS /saɪz/
plural of “sigh” — an utterance made by exhaling audibly
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
up to a particular time
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
tracesnounUS /ˈtreɪsəz/
plural of “trace” — a just detectable amount
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
a source of difficulty
From this reading "Why should I trouble myself about it?"
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
which person or people
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading "Why should I trouble myself about it?"
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading Nell cried till she brought on a slight headache, then made that an excuse for going to bed before the return of her brother and his wife.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
someone who sees an event and reports what happened
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
wontnounUS /woʊnt/
an established custom
From this reading The girl had ample space for repentance, overpowering anxiety and dread in the next two or three weeks; and though she continued to hide her feelings from those about her, seeming quite as light hearted and gay as was her wont, the darkness of night was witness to many sighs and tears.
the words that are spoken
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading She did not want to face the keen scrutiny of Clare, who would be sure to detect the traces of tears and to make a shrewd guess at their cause.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading Dale came in on the evening after her late interview with Kenneth, and seizing an opportunity for a few words in private, asked her what she thought of Dr. Clendenin's starting off upon such a journey at that inclement season of the year.
