Chapter X · Chapter 10

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From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

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

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

tending to become more severe or wider in scope

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

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

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

plural of “baby” — a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

the woman who guided Dante through Paradise in the Divine Comedy

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax)

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

English architect (1723-1796)

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

arousing or provoking laughter

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

plural of “concert” — a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

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

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

the yield from plants in a single growing season

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

plural of “cup” — a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

the activity of selecting the scenes to be shown and putting them together to create a film

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

the last (12th) month of the year

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

made known or openly avowed

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

characterized by great determination

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

plural of “entertainment” — an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

divisible by two

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

every person

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

regard something as probable or likely

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

plural of “festivity” — any joyous diversion

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

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

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

set up or found

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

the act of departing

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

a retail merchant who sells foodstuffs (and some household supplies)

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

plural of “grownup” — a fully developed person from maturity onward

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

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

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked)

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

only a very short time before

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

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

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

plural of “holiday” — leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

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

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

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

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

too numerous to be counted

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

plural of “lemon” — yellow oval fruit with juicy acidic flesh

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

has a good chance of being the case or of coming about

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

the act of hearing attentively

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

engage in

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

used to form the superlative

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

plural of “orange” — round yellow to orange fruit of any of several citrus trees

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

the act of playing a musical instrument

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

flowing profusely

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

a recklessly extravagant consumer

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

plural of “sandwich” — two (or more) slices of bread with a filling between them

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

an educational institution

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

plural of “school” — an educational institution

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

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

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

a word or expression used for some particular thing

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

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

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

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

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

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

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

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

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

plural of “trouble” — a source of difficulty

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

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

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

with vigor; in a vigorous manner

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading Gwen liked the village festivities, she knew everybody in the place, and found it all fun, from listening to the comic songs of the local grocer, to playing Oranges and Lemons with the babies in the Infant School.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

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

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading "We've three real parties too," she said on December 30th, "as well as going to the Chambers' this afternoon."

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

in or at the place that

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

during the time that

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A Prodigal As the next term seemed likely to bring its own crop of troubles, Gwen, with a kind of grim philosophy, determined to enjoy herself while she could, and make the most of the holidays.

the words that are spoken

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

inflected form of “wring” — twist and press out of shape

From this reading She helped vigorously at the schools, where tea parties for children and grownups, concerts and other entertainments were in full swing, and she even wrung a few words of appreciation from Beatrice for her active services in the way of slicing up cake, cutting ham sandwiches, and pouring out innumerable cups of tea.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "I hardly think Mrs. Chambers will expect you," declared Beatrice, looking out of the window at the dark sky.