Chapter VIII · Chapter 8

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

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

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

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

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

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

aroused to impatience or anger

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

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

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

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From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor)

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

an appliance that corrects dental irregularities

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

uttered without voice

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

past form of “cage” — confine in a cage

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

succeed in representing or expressing something intangible

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

(Roman Catholic Church) one of a group of more than 100 prominent bishops in the Sacred College who advise the Pope and elect new Popes

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

the savage and excessive killing of many people

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

a widely known person

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

intelligent somewhat arboreal ape of equatorial African forests

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

not invading healthy tissue

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

plural of “conscience” — motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

law determining the fundamental political principles of a government

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

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

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

plural of “dwelling” — housing that someone is living in

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

ambition to equal or excel

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

an opposing military force

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

third-person singular of “excite” — arouse or elicit a feeling

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

a journey taken for pleasure

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

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

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

plural of “family” — a social unit living together

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

plural of “fancy” — something many people believe that is false

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

being four more than fifty

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

enclose in or as if in a frame

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

in a free manner

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

a unit of length equal to 220 yards

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

in a gradual manner

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

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

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

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

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

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

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

a native or inhabitant of Hindustan or India

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

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

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

someone who hunts game

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

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

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

inactivity resulting from a dislike of work

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

plural of “influence” — a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

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

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

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

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

a state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness)

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981)

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

the force of workers available

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

a form of address for a man

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

an uneasy psychological state

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

information about recent and important events

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

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

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

past form of “perch” — sit, as on a branch

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

plural of “pioneer” — someone who helps to open up a new line of research or technology or art

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

thrust or throw into

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

bring about abruptly

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

free of extraneous elements of any kind

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

freed from illness or injury

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

imparting vitality and energy

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

past form of “release” — release, as from one's grip

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

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From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

plural of “seed” — a small hard fruit

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

being one more than sixteen

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

ruined or disrupted

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

plural of “shoulder” — the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

sprinkled with seed

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

at a steady rate or pace

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

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From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

a landlocked federal republic in central Europe

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

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

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

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

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

a terrorist organization in Sri Lanka that began in 1970 as a student protest over the limited university access for Tamil students

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

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

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.

plural of “town” — an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

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

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

feelings of excessive pride

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

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

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

at the time that

From this reading When a country is released from the presence of an enemy that annoyed and harassed them, the people feel as if a weight had been taken off their shoulders; so the inhabitants of New Switzerland had breathed more freely since the capture of the chimpanzee.

in or at the place that

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading AND CARDINAL BALUE--A FURLONG OF NEWS--CARNAGE--THE BARONET AND HIS SEVENTEEN TIGERS--FIFTY-FOUR FEET OF CELEBRITY--STERNE'S WINDOW--PROMENADE OF THE CONSCIENCES--EMULATION AND VANITY.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

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From this reading The confined air of towns has a tendency to plunge men into lethargy and indolence, and to precipitate the decadence of a constitution in which the seeds of disease have been sown; whilst, on the other hand, the pure air of the country braces the nerves, excites a healthy action in the system, and invigorates a shattered frame; so it was with Mr. Wolston--under the benign influences of the genial climate and the refreshing sea breeze, he gradually, but steadily, recovered health and strength.

buildings for carrying on industrial labor

From this reading The works at Falcon's Nest were completed, and the two families had taken possession of their aerial dwellings, where they were perched like a pair of rookeries within call of each other.

the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one

From this reading THE PIONEERS--EXCURSION TO COROMANDEL--HINDOO FANCIES--A CAGED HUNTER--LOUIS XI.