Chapter XXX · Chapter 30

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

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

(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 Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

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

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

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

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

eagerly desirous

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

having help; often used as a combining form

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Disappointment upon disappointment awaited Errington at Hull.

expected hopefully

From this reading Disappointment upon disappointment awaited Errington at Hull.

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

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

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From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

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From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

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

From this reading Disappointment upon disappointment awaited Errington at Hull.

called forth from a latent or potential state by stimulation

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

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From this reading Disappointment upon disappointment awaited Errington at Hull.

divisible by two

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

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From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

produced by or subjected to forcing

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

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From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

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

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

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

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

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

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

dry outer covering of a fruit or seed or nut

From this reading Disappointment upon disappointment awaited Errington at Hull.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

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

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

the owner or manager of an inn

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

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

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

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

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

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 Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

the act of departing

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

roused to anger

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

in addition to what has just been said

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

information about recent and important events

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

not any; not one

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe on the western side of the Scandinavian Peninsula; achieved independence from Sweden in 1905

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

a native or inhabitant of Norway

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

characteristic of former times especially in Europe

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

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From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

never-ceasing

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

by chance

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

plural of “smell” — the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

a clam that is usually steamed in the shell

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

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

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

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From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

a special situation

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

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

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

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

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

by bad luck

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Disappointment upon disappointment awaited Errington at Hull.

stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

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

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

possessive form of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

a seaman who works on a ship that hunts whales

From this reading Moreover, there was no boat of any kind leaving immediately for Norway--not even a whaler or fishing-smack.

which person or people

From this reading Unfortunately, neither he nor Britta knew of the existence of the good Norwegian innkeeper, Friedhof, who had assisted Thelma in her flight--and all their persistent and anxious inquiries elicited no news of her.

belonging to which person

From this reading "Honor is an old-world thing, but it smells sweet to those in whose hand it is strong."--OUIDA.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.

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

From this reading In a week's time,--possibly later,--there would be a steamer starting for Christiansund, and for this, Errington, though almost mad with impatience, was forced to wait.