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.
artistsnounUS /ˈɑːrtɪsts/
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.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
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.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
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.
borrowedverbUS /ˈbɑːroʊd/
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.
BritonnounUS /ˈbrɪtən/
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.
contactnounUS /ˈkɑːntækt/
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.
degradationnounUS /ˌdeɡrəˈdeɪʃən/
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.
enjoymentnounUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪmənt/
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.
excellencenounUS /ˈeksələns/
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.
exhibitionnounUS /ˌeksəˈbɪʃən/
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.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
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.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
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.
historiannounUS /hɪˈstɔːriən/
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.
histrionicadjectiveUS /ˌhɪstriˈɑːnɪk/
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.
how
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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.
inclinationsnounUS /ˌɪnkləˈneɪʃənz/
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.
instinctivelyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪvliː/
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.
itinerantnounUS /aɪˈtɪnərənt/
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.
loathingnounUS /ˈloʊθɪŋ/
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.
necessarilyadverbUS /ˌnesəˈserəli/
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.
performedverbUS /pərˈfɔːrmd/
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.
positivelyadverbUS /ˈpɑːzətɪvli/
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.
progressiveadjectiveUS /prəˈɡresɪv/
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.
protectornounUS /prəˈtektər/
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.
reveredadjectiveUS /rɪˈvɪrd/
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.
Rugge's
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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.
shrankverbUS /ʃræŋk/
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.
Sophy
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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.
stirringnounUS /ˈstɜːrɪŋ/
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.
tinselverbUS /ˈtɪnsəl/
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.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
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.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
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.
