used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
(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 _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
AMBASSADORnounUS /æmˈbæsədər/
a diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
brighteradjectiveUS /ˈbraɪtər/
comparative of “bright” — emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
Bryerly
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From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
commissionnounUS /kəˈmɪʃən/
a special group delegated to consider some matter
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
conferencenounUS /ˈkɑːnfərəns/
a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
countermandnoun
a contrary command cancelling or reversing a previous command
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
dearly loved
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
decisionsnounUS /dɪˈsɪʒənz/
plural of “decision” — the act of making up your mind about something
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
decisiveadjectiveUS /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/
determining or having the power to determine an outcome
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
dismayedadjectiveUS /dɪˈsmeɪd/
struck with fear, dread, or consternation
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
divisible by two
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
(of persons) excessively affected by emotion
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
FAREDverbUS /ferd/
past form of “fare” — proceed or get along
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
gallopingverbUS /ˈɡæləpɪŋ/
-ing form of “gallop” — ride at a galloping pace
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
garrulousadjectiveUS /ˈɡerələs/
full of trivial conversation
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
HOW
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From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
impetuousadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpetʃwəs/
characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
Irresoluteadjective
uncertain how to act or proceed
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
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 Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
Knollys
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
the food served and eaten at one time
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
momentousadjectiveUS /moʊˈmentəs/
of very great significance
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
by chance
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
by chance
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
recollectionsnounUS /ˌrekəˈlekʃənz/
plural of “recollection” — the ability to recall past occurrences
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
reversingverbUS /rɪˈvɜːrsɪŋ/
-ing form of “reverse” — change to the contrary
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
revocationnounUS /ˌrevəˈkeɪʃən/
the state of being cancelled or annulled
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
precisely, exactly
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
express in words
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
self-study
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From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
cause to go somewhere
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Irresolute, suddenly reversing my own decisions, impetuous in action as she knew me, she feared, I am sure, a revocation of my commission to Doctor Bryerly, and thought of the countermand I might send galloping after him.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Most of them I had heard before; but they could not be told too often.
uncertainlyadverbUS /ənˈsɜːrtənli/
in an unsteady manner
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation
From this reading I dare say my cousin understood my character better, perhaps, after all my honest self-study, then I do even now.
not expected or anticipated
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
past form of “wander” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
at the time that
From this reading _HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED_ Lady Knollys, I could plainly see, when we got into the brighter lights at the dinner table, was herself a good deal excited; she was relieved and glad, and was garrulous during our meal, and told me all her early recollections of dear papa.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Notwithstanding my mind sometimes wandered, _often_ indeed, to the conference so unexpected, so suddenly decisive, possibly so momentous; and with a dismayed uncertainly, the question--had I done right?--was always before me.
