Chapter V

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From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

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

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

plural of “activity” — any specific behavior

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

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

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

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

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

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From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

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

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

relating to or befitting athletics or athletes

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

plural of “attribute” — a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

a line of approach

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

a person's social heritage: previous experience or training

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

the largest city in Maryland; a major seaport and industrial center

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

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From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

the status of being a champion

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

rid of obstructions

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

representing a level of the highest possible achievement or attainment

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

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From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

someone who acts as if possessed by a demon

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

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

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

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

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

with respect to the face

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

a person who fells trees

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

grow vigorously

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

enclose in or as if in a frame

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

suited to or suggestive of a grave or burial

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

a man of refinement

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

a young female

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

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

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

a state of high honor

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

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

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

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

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

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

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

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

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

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

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

characterized by enmity or ill will

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

making a strong or vivid impression

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

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

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

and nothing more

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints)

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

showing or characterized by broad-mindedness

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

past form of “lurk” — lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

believing the worst of human nature and motives; having a sneering disbelief in e.g. selflessness of others

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

plural of “misgiving” — uneasiness about the fitness of an action

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

a male religious living in a cloister and devoting himself to contemplation and prayer and work

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

a form of address for a man

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

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

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

impressive in appearance

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

out of fashion

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

plural of “oriole” — mostly tropical songbird; the male is usually bright orange and black

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

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

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

record on photographic film

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

plural of “picture” — a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

plural of “posture” — the arrangement of the body and its limbs

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

set aside for the use of a particular person or party

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

past form of “reveal” — make visible

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

to a severe or serious degree

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

having a handwritten signature

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

coming next after the fifth and just before the seventh in position

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

causing difficulty in breathing especially through lack of fresh air and presence of heat

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

in a sparse way

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

United States architect known for his steel framed skyscrapers and for coining the phrase “form follows function” (1856-1924)

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

a crocheted or knitted garment covering the upper part of the body

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

habitually reserved and uncommunicative

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

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

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

(usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

not special in any way; lacking distinction

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading SUCH demoniac attributes as Mr. Andy Dunne might possess lurked in the background on the occasion of Darcy’s first visit.

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

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

From this reading It was the crowning glory of Mr. Dunne’s professional career that he had trained the “Big Feller” for his final championship fight.

which person or people

From this reading Mr. Dunne revealed himself as a taciturn gentleman in funereal trousers and a blue sweater, who suggested facially an athletic monk of reserved and misanthropic tendency.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Smothering her misgivings, the girl had mounted the steps of the old-fashioned house just off Sixth Avenue, undistinguished by any sign or symbol of the mystic activities within, and presented Gloria’s letter.

plural of “worthy” — an important, honorable person (word is often used humorously)

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”

the one or ones belonging to the person spoken to

From this reading He led her into a severely business-like office sparsely furnished with a desk and two hard and muscular-looking chairs, with liberal wall ornamentations of the championship Baltimore “Orioles” (“A. Dunne, 2d b.” in clear script on the frame), pictures of Mr. Dunne and other worthies in sundry impressive and hostile postures, and a large photograph signed, with a noble flourish, “Yours truly, John L. Sullivan.”