Both Uses of
resolution
in
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
- "Wait a moment, Kit," said William. "Let them go ahead. I want to talk to you." The quiet resolution in his voice penetrated her racing thoughts.
p. 144..4 *resolution = firmness of purpose
- "Thee knows a Quaker does not run away." ... But Hannah's brief resolution suddenly gave way, and all at once she clung to Kit, sobbing like a child.
p. 187..1resolution = determination (firmness of purpose)
Definition:
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(resolution as in: Her resolution weakened.) determination (firmness of purpose)