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From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
30th
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From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
personal knowledge or information about someone or something
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
a feeling of delighted approval and liking
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
advertisingnounUS /ˈædvərtaɪzɪŋ/
a public promotion of some product or service
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
AllennounUS /ˈælən/
United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964)
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
amusingadjectiveUS /əˈmjuːzɪŋ/
providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
announcingverbUS /əˈnaʊnsɪŋ/
-ing form of “announce” — make known; make an announcement
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
the month following March and preceding May
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
have
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
for the reason that
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
benevolencenounUS /bəˈnev.əl.əns/
The quality of being well meaning; kindness and generosity. (Lòng nhân ái, sự nhân từ độ lượng.)
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
canvassverbUS /ˈkænvəs/
get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
contributionsnounUS /ˌkɑːntrəˈbjuːʃənz/
plural of “contribution” — the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
discretionnounUS /dɪˈskreʃən/
freedom to act or judge on one's own
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
distastenounUS /dɪˈsteɪst/
a feeling of intense dislike
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
erroneouslyadverbUS /eˈroʊniəsli/
in a mistaken or erroneous manner
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
excusedadjectiveUS /ɪksˈkjuːzd/
granted exemption
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
feignedadjectiveUS /feɪnd/
not genuine
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
produced by or subjected to forcing
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
that which is pleasing or valuable or useful
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
(of animals) fully developed
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
past form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
unbiased impartial unconcern
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
inferredverbUS /ˌɪnˈfɜːrd/
inflected form of “infer” — reason by deduction; establish by deduction
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
the literary culture
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
levyingverbUS /ˈleviɪŋ/
-ing form of “levy” — impose and collect
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
modenounUS /moʊd/
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
in spite of what has just been said
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
and nothing more
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
others
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From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
over-persuaded
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From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
pervadedverbUS /pərˈveɪdɪd/
past form of “pervade” — spread or diffuse through
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
PopenounUS /poʊp/
the head of the Roman Catholic Church
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
printnounUS /prɪnt/
the text appearing in a book, newspaper, or other printed publication
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
past form of “print” — put into print
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
protestedverbUS /prəˈtestɪd/
past form of “protest” — utter words of protest
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
publishverbUS /ˈpʌblɪʃ/
put into print
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
determined
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
signifyverbUS /ˈsɪɡnəfaɪ/
denote or connote
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
that is looked for
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
move hurridly
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
subscriptionnounUS /səbˈskrɪpʃən/
a payment for consecutive issues of a newspaper or magazine for a given period of time
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading He next resolved to publish by subscription, which was a mode of levying forced contributions through the canvass of the author and his friends.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
undertakingnounUS /ˈʌndərteɪkɪŋ/
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
at the time that
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
which person or people
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
withheldverbUS /wɪθˈheld/
inflected form of “withhold” — hold back; refuse to hand over or share
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading It is amusing to observe the indifference and distaste which Pope feigned for an undertaking that was entirely within his own discretion.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He began by announcing that the work would be printed with speed.
inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work
From this reading He hoped nevertheless that the subscription would fail, in order that he might be excused from an act to which he had been over-persuaded.[103] His hope that support would be withheld had grown to a belief when he wrote to Allen, on the 30th of April, and Allen, who had sought his acquaintance from admiration of the benevolence and goodness of heart which pervaded his letters, offered to bear the cost of the impression.
yieldedverbUS /ˈjiːldɪd/
past form of “yield” — be the cause or source of
From this reading He then protested he did not mean what he said, and only yielded because others had erroneously inferred, that by advertising in the papers that he would immediately print a book he intended to signify that a book would be printed.
