The time to pause for argument had, however not arrived.

There was too much to be investigated, too much to be seen.

She swept her on her way.

They wandered on through some forty rooms, more or less; they opened doors and closed them; they unbarred shutters and let the sun stream in on dust and dampness and cobwebs.

The comprehension of the situation which Betty gained was as valuable as it was enlightening.
The descent into the lower part of the house was a new experience.