Chapter VI

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From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

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From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

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From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

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From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

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From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

plural of “ability” — the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

past form of “abolish” — do away with

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

later than; following

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

the act of putting a person into a non-elective position

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

based on or subject to individual discretion or preference or sometimes impulse or caprice

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

the event consisting of the start of something

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

in addition to; as well as

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

a connecting shape

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

plural of “country” — a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

look with disfavor on

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

divisible by two

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

accept an excuse for

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

make plain and comprehensible

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

set up or found

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

where you live at a particular time

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

past form of “impeach” — challenge the honesty or veracity of

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

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

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

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

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

having the rank of or resembling or befitting a king

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

apprehended with certainty

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

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

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

a person authorized to conduct religious worship

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

an autocracy governed by a monarch who usually inherits the authority

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

possessive form of “monroe” — United States film actress noted for sex appeal (1926-1962)

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902)

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

possessive form of “morris” — United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902)

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

attach to a support

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

a form of address for a man

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

in other respects or ways

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

a small book usually having a paper cover

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

an amount of time

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

in a persistent manner

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

past form of “quote” — repeat a passage from

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

past form of “recall” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

the act of removing

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

a member of the Republican Party

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

express the need or desire for

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

the act of retaining something

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

the month following August and preceding October

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

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From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

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

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

in or at that place or location

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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

From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

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

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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From this reading In a copy of this pamphlet found at Mount Vernon, Washington wrote on the margin of this sentence: "Mr. Morris was known to be a man of first rate abilities; and his integrity and honor had never been impeached.

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

the capital of the United States in the District of Columbia and a tourist mecca; George Washington commissioned Charles L'Enfant to lay out the city in 1791

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.

lessen the strength of

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

at the time that

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

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

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

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

From this reading (1) But this does not explain why Gouverneur Morris was persistently kept in France after monarchy was abolished (September 21, 1792), or even after Lafayette's request for his removal, already quoted.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work

From this reading On Monroe's return to America in 1797, he wrote a pamphlet concerning the mission from which he had been curtly recalled, in which he said: "I was persuaded from Mr. Morris's known political character and principles, that his appointment, and especially at a period when the French nation was in a course of revolution from an arbitrary to a free government, would tend to discountenance the republican cause there and at home, and otherwise weaken, and greatly to our prejudice, the connexion subsisting between the two countries."

an old word for “you”, speaking to more than one person

From this reading Besides, Mr. Morris was sent whilst the kingly government was in existence, ye end of 91 or beginning of 92."

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet it is difficult to find an excuse for the retention of that Minister in France by Washington.