used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He was not at home.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
blushverbUS /blʌʃ/
turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame
From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
state capital and largest city of Massachusetts; a major center for banking and financial services
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
plural of “cheek” — either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
not open or affording passage or access
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
CongressnounUS /ˈkɑːŋɡrəs/
the legislature of the United States government
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
detainedverbUS /dɪˈteɪnd/
past form of “detain” — deprive of freedom; take into confinement
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
effectsnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
eloquentlyadverbUS /ˈeləkwəntli/
with eloquence
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
Emma
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From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
indicating exactness or preciseness
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
a social unit living together
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
unflinching in battle or action
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
a man of refinement
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
giddinessnoun
an impulsive scatterbrained manner
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
gratifiedadjectiveUS /ˈɡrætəfaɪd/
having received what was desired
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
Guilford
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From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
only a very short time before
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
past form of “hasten” — act or move at high speed
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
plural of “heel” — the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading He was not at home.
of great significance or value
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
engage in
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He was not at home.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
PINCHBROOK
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From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
past form of “pour” — cause to run
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
an expression of approval and commendation
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
presentableadjectiveUS /prəˈzentəbəl/
fit to be seen
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
freed from illness or injury
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
regionnounUS /ˈriːdʒən/
the extended spatial location of something
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
respectsnounUS /rɪˈspekts/
(often used with “pay”) a formal expression of esteem
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
SenatornounUS /ˈsenətər/
a member of a senate
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
sessionnounUS /ˈseʃən/
a meeting for execution of a group's functions
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
Somers
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From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
in the near future
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
not in physical motion
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
express in words
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading As soon as he could make himself presentable, he hastened to pay his respects to the Senator, and thank him for his kindness.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
tributenounUS /ˈtrɪbjuːt/
something given or done as an expression of esteem
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat
From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
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 WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading WASHINGTON, BOSTON AND PINCHBROOK Though the session of Congress had closed a month before, Captain Somers was gratified to learn on his arrival that Senator Guilford and his family were still in Washington, the distinguished gentleman having been detained by important public business.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
which person or people
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Emma received him with a warm blush of pleasure on her fair cheeks.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading She had entirely recovered from the effects of the accident; and her tribute of gratitude was so eloquently poured forth, that the gallant young captain, who had hardly seen a young lady before for two months, could not exactly tell whether he stood on his head or his heels; for praise from those beautiful lips produced a sensation of giddiness in the region of the brain.
