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Originally Posted by David L.  A proper noun, as in someone's name, when preceded by the indefinite article, indicates that the bearer of the name is in a temporary state.
Hermione in tears - a tearfu Hermione - is a temporary state, to be superseded by the Hermione we are used to, all serious and studious. |
This is inspiring. On the example of the same line of characters, I guess it is possible:
One lovely spring day on Hogwarts' grounds
to come across a warm-hearted Snape
who's making gleeful sounds,
While watching the cunning Malfoy
Perform a Wronsky feint, oh boy.
I think I got it. Thanks David L!