Chapter VI

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

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

having or displaying warmth or affection

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

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

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

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

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

characterized by intense emotion

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

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

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading He was nobody—a younger son—the most unimportant being in the world.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

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

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

past form of “consult” — get or ask advice from

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

persuaded of; very sure

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

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

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

argue with one another

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

recognizable; marked

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

your usual mood

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-)

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

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From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

willing to give and share unstintingly

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

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

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

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

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

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

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

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

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

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

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

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

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

not suited to your comfort, purpose or needs

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

cause to arise

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

past form of “listen” — hear with intention

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

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

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

past form of “long” — desire strongly or persistently

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

held dear

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

come together

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

used to form the superlative

From this reading He was nobody—a younger son—the most unimportant being in the world.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

unnecessary and unwarranted

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

not any; not one

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

no person; not anyone

From this reading He was nobody—a younger son—the most unimportant being in the world.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

being in opposition or having an opponent

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

express in words

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

the act of causing something to go (especially messages)

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

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

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

marked by absence of sound

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

possessive form of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

a male human offspring

From this reading He was nobody—a younger son—the most unimportant being in the world.

the utterance of intelligible speech

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

a coming to an end of a contract period

From this reading Emma had listened in silent anxiety to the debate, and in keen disappointment to its termination.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

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

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

in or at that place or location

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

a special situation

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

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

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

plural of “trait” — a distinguishing feature of your personal nature

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

not wanted

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

not important

From this reading He was nobody—a younger son—the most unimportant being in the world.

not known

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

not necessary

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

the act of using

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

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

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

at the time that

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

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

From this reading From her sister's conversation, she had an ardent desire to meet her unknown brother; she expected to be able to like him—Elizabeth had, in speaking of him, told many little traits of character, which convinced her that he must possess a generous disposition and an affectionate heart; she longed to see him—to know him—to be loved by him.

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

From this reading When first Robert came to Winston, Elizabeth had consulted him on the subject of sending for Sam, but her brother opposed it.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading He was nobody—a younger son—the most unimportant being in the world.

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

From this reading But Robert had decided that though he was, of course, to be informed of his father's illness, there was no need to say any thing which should induce him to come himself—no doubt it would be excessively inconvenient to his master—a needless expense to himself—perfectly undesirable in every way, and quite unnecessary; for, of what use could Sam be when Robert himself was there.

used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father

From this reading He was nobody—a younger son—the most unimportant being in the world.