Chapter XII

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

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

later than; following

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

a quantity of money

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

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

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

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

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

not in a state of sleep; completely conscious

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

only a very short time before

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

marked by strong resentment or cynicism

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

with bitterness; in a resentful manner

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

quick and energetic

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

in a brisk manner

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

showing careful forethought

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

plural of “club” — a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

third-person singular of “concur” — be in accord; be in agreement

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

in a hearty manner

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

become fractured; break or crack on the surface only

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

possessive form of “darrow” — United States lawyer famous for his defense of lost causes (1857-1938)

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

greatly pleasing or entertaining

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

(plural) the deepest and most remote part

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

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

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

a cheap disreputable nightclub or dance hall

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

sleep lightly or for a short period of time

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

a road leading up to a private house

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

the act of consuming food

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

being one more than seven

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

tropical trees and shrubs with aromatic leaves and often valuable hard wood

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

divisible by two

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

to an exceptional degree

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

plural of “exhortation” — a communication intended to urge or persuade the recipients to take some action

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

united under a central government

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

plural of “floor” — the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

a narrow secluded valley (in the mountains)

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

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

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

only a very short time before

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

and nothing more

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

-ing form of “marshal” — place in proper rank

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

an area that is approximately central within some larger region

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

a form of address for a man

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

according to the clock

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

and nothing more

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

United States saxophonist and leader of the bop style of jazz (1920-1955)

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

a city in southwestern California to the east of Los Angeles

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

machine in which rotating records cause a stylus to vibrate and the vibrations are amplified acoustically or electronically

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

an executive officer of a firm or corporation

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

correct or appropriate behavior

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

explore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

a gradual sinking to a lower level

From this reading It was barely eight o’clock, which meant that he was just settling down into the final, delicious doze of the morning which he always allowed himself after an exceptionally full night.

plural of “share” — assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

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

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

a male human offspring

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

completely cold

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

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From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

an open receptacle for holding or displaying or serving articles or food

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer

From this reading Takasugi, his valet, had not even opened the door a cautious crack to reconnoiter.

precisely as stated

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading She was awake at five every morning, and arose after a few moments of marshaling her thoughts for the day, did a brisk Daily Dozen to the exhortations of a small, compact, traveling phonograph, got briskly in and out of a stone-cold tub, walked for ten vigorous minutes up and down the graveled driveway, and sat down to her desk.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

in an optimal state of balance or equilibrium

From this reading But if eight A.M. meant only a deeper dive into the depths of slumber for her son, it meant very nearly the middle of the forenoon to Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs of the United States, eating her well-balanced breakfast from a tray in her study, three floors below.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

hope for; have a wish

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

in the company of; together with

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.

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

From this reading _Mrs. Eugenia Parker, President of the Federated Women’s Clubs, bitterly shares Black Orlo’s opinion that her son does not amount to much, in which Peter himself cordially concurs._ GLEN DARROW’S bitter wish could hardly have been granted with propriety at that very instant, for the reason that young Mr. Peter Parker of Pasadena was in bed.