Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

giving or marked by complete attention to

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

the performance of a part or role in a drama

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

(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 Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

surrounded by; in the company of

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

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

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

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

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

plural of “artist” — a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At first she was too happy.

a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

dearly loved

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

past form of “borrow” — get temporarily

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

a native or inhabitant of Great Britain

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

intentionally conceived

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

close interaction

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

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

From this reading Sophy could not sleep.

plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

inflected form of “creep” — move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

changing to a lower state (a less respected state)

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

the pleasure felt when having a good time

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

a feeling of excitement

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

very good; of the highest quality

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

the act of exhibiting

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading At first she was too happy.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

inflected form of “forget” — dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

the father of your father or mother

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

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

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading At first she was too happy.

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

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

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

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

a person who is an authority on history and who studies it and writes about it

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

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From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

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

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

plural of “inclination” — an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

as a matter of instinct

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

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

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

hate coupled with disgust

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

in an essential manner

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

not any; not one

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

coated with paint

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

extremely

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

favoring or promoting progress

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

a person who cares for persons or property

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

profoundly honored

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

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From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

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

From this reading At first she was too happy.

plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

inflected form of “shrink” — wither, as with a loss of moisture

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading Sophy could not sleep.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

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From this reading Sophy could not sleep.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

agitating a liquid with an implement

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

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

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

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

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

impart a cheap brightness to

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

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

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading At first she was too happy.

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

From this reading At first she was too happy.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

at the time that

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

in or at the place that

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

during the time that

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading The historian shows that, notwithstanding the progressive spirit of the times, a Briton is not permitted, without an effort, “to progress” according to his own inclinations.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Doubtless, while absorbed in some stirring part, she forgot companions, audience, all, and enjoyed what she performed,--necessarily enjoyed, for her acting was really excellent, and where no enjoyment there no excellence; but when the histrionic enthusiasm was not positively at work, she crept to her grandfather with something between loathing and terror of the “painted creatures” and her own borrowed tinsel.

a late time of life

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.

but in spite of that

From this reading Without being conscious of any degradation in her lot amongst the itinerant artists of Mr. Rugge’s exhibition,--how could she, when her beloved and revered protector had been one of those artists for years?--yet instinctively she shrank from their contact.