| 单词 | ungracious |
| 例句 | I did not mind if they thought me rude and ungracious. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z How much of my ungracious condition of mind may have been my own fault, how much Miss Havisham’s, how much my sister’s, is now of no moment to me or to any one. Great Expectations 1861-08-01T00:00:00Z She entered the room with an air more than usually ungracious, made no other reply to Elizabeth’s salutation than a slight inclination of the head, and sat down without saying a word. Pride and Prejudice 1813-01-28T00:00:00Z I ignored this last ungracious remark and thought for a minute. The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate 2009-05-12T00:00:00Z She didn’t want to be there, and like an ungracious host, it wanted her out. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z The souvenir pamphlet noted that even a full load of passengers had “no more effect on the movements or the speed than if they were so many flies”—an oddly ungracious allusion. The Devil in the White City 2003-02-11T00:00:00Z “He does very well, for a boy,” was Meg’s somewhat ungracious answer, for the subject did not interest her. Little Women 1868-01-01T00:00:00Z “Beautiful, hot and full of Americans” was how one ungracious guest had put it. Tuscany Without the Crowds 2010-03-05T03:55:00Z Castigating himself after the fact for his “huge sense of entitlement,” Corden wrote, “I can see why and how it must have looked — ungracious, ungrateful and brattish.” James Corden Would Rather Not Talk About That Omelet 2022-10-20T04:00:00Z Now, it is highly obtuse and ungracious to find fault in the right decision being made for an arts prize – especially when this so rarely happens in any medium. Cannes 2012 roundup: why the jury's Amour for Haneke was an anti-climax 2012-05-28T10:01:04Z After the Met’s ungracious “no thanks,” what could she do but start a museum of her own? Art Review: Mrs. Whitney?s All-American Salon 2011-04-28T22:23:32Z Pacific Rim cheekily disses Transformers in the opening scene – slightly ungracious treatment of a film franchise to which it is indebted. Pacific Rim – review 2013-07-11T14:30:00Z As a convention it feels like an ungracious hedge, a churlish reluctance to commend the powerful or famous no matter how well deserved. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie on Barack Obama’s ‘A Promised Land’ 2020-11-12T05:00:00Z On the couch, Kaitlyn reels off the buzzwords of being authentic and feeling open and being vulnerable while adding that she thinks about her ungracious dumping every day. 'The Bachelor' Watch: The Women Tell All and Nothing 2015-03-02T05:00:00Z But the downstairs loo queue grew enormous and it seemed ungracious not to let kids I’ve known since they were at primary school into my kitchen. Teenage parties – a parents’ guide 2014-09-05T04:00:00Z It's ungracious and petty and it doesn't make you look, as you claim, like you're "moving forward, thinking clearly and becoming a better person." Breaking: Jesse James is still the worst 2011-05-05T20:28:00Z Yet both families have young children who seemed to get along, and it would be ungracious to refuse a long weekend in the countryside. ‘Speak No Evil’ Review: Impolite Company 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z It would feel ungracious to be carping about it, but it's very hard to know how to respond. Richard Ayoade: Mr Modest 2011-01-15T00:03:59Z "Once Stephen Joyce is not there to keep the Joyce community under his ungracious and critical gaze, the community is falling apart," she said. Bloomsday fans celebrate as James Joyce scholars do battle 2012-06-16T10:02:08Z The ungracious passageway between the two distinct spheres was known as “the Berlin hall.” Wired Unveils Its State-of-the-Art Offices Designed by Gensler 2015-08-28T04:00:00Z One political commentator accused the Labour left of being "petty", "childish" and "self-indulgent" with its ungracious attacks on the Iron Lady's memory. Glenda Jackson obituary: 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z For the California Republican who hopes to be speaker himself, it was an ungracious act, of course, but also something worse. Opinion | Why Kevin McCarthy should still watch Nancy Pelosi’s goodbye 2022-11-20T05:00:00Z “I made a rude comment, and it was wrong. It was an unnecessary comment. It was ungracious to the server.” James Corden admits he was 'ungracious' to restaurant staff: 'It was wrong' 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z James Corden has admitted he was "ungracious" to a restaurant server in an incident which saw him temporarily banned from New York eatery Balthazar. James Corden tells viewers he was 'rude' to restaurant server 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z DeSantis, who finds himself in the unfamiliar position of a supplicant for federal funding that he has disdained in the past, was remarkably ungracious about the federal response to Hurricane Ian. Column: How the GOP counts on Democrats' goodwill to conceal its own cruelty 2022-10-05T04:00:00Z If all goes well, the Bruins’ newfound speed and attacking style will make them ungracious guests. Be quick and make opponents worry? UCLA has a new full-court defensive game plan 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z She worries — without making any accusations — that the newly implemented rules, and their announcement, were ungracious. Perspective | Miss Manners: My houseguests are bringing guests of their own, and it’s getting to be too much 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z “Maybe this was ungracious of me, but I declined,” Rosen told Senate Judiciary Committee investigators in an interview transcript released Thursday. Opinion | One more time Trump tried to undo the will of the voters 2021-10-08T04:00:00Z And I can’t chide politicians for ungracious manners and unsubtle minds if those inadequacies are also my own. Opinion | Ted Cruz, I’m Sorry 2021-06-17T04:00:00Z Indeed, while the first Adams may have been ungracious by skipping Jefferson's inauguration, he did something of tremendous historical consequence by handing over power at all. Trump won't attend Biden's inauguration: Why that's ominous after his Capitol siege 2021-01-11T05:00:00Z As we write, our current president is proving to be ungracious. Editorial Roundup: North Carolina 2020-11-11T05:00:00Z It was ungracious and virtually free of substance, as usual. Donald Trump's BS police reform, translated: Racist, killer cops are "very fine people" 2020-06-17T04:00:00Z A definition of “rebuff” is “reject in an abrupt or ungracious manner.” Opinion | Readers critique The Post: Don’t amplify conspiracy theories 2020-05-29T04:00:00Z His former training partner says he wasn’t arrogant and ungracious as he’s shown. Newsletter: If you like your healthcare plan ... 2019-08-02T04:00:00Z But according to his former training partner, Dan Inosanto, he was not arrogant and ungracious the way he is depicted in “Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood.” Bruce Lee's training partner slams 'Once Upon a Time' portrayal of late icon 2019-08-01T04:00:00Z A year ago, Trump played the ungracious guest, blasting May in an interview just hours before Air Force One touched down in England. Trump heads to Europe at a time of remembrance, turmoil 2019-06-02T04:00:00Z “I thought it was ungracious to treat an old lady in such a fashion and, over five insane days, bought it, had it dismantled and arranged for it to be shipped to the UK.” Back to the Futuro: the spaceship house that landed in Yorkshire 2018-08-22T04:00:00Z He was especially ungracious about the “stupidity” of the average man. Should Presidents Be ‘Good’ People? 2018-05-04T04:00:00Z And another bone of contention was artfully avoided - Mr Trump's allegedly ungracious comments in January comparing African countries to a toilet. How Trump stirred controversy in Nigeria 2018-05-01T04:00:00Z His outburst was as unwise as it was ungracious. A Consistent Appeal to Fear and Hate 2016-10-18T04:00:00Z But there’s a difference between being a controversial celebrity and a petty, ungracious bully. With Hope Solo, U.S. Soccer again takes the easy way out 2016-08-24T04:00:00Z And if we use medal counts as a metric then there’s no denying the relative brilliance of Michael Phelps, even if he, and some of his teammates, can be a little ungracious. The Brilliance of Usain Bolt, Mo Farah, and Wayde Van Niekerk 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z He is the most ungracious winner in American politics. Flustered, frustrated and frantic: The university debacle has put Donald Trump on the ropes 2016-06-06T04:00:00Z He also has been so ungracious in defeat, not a good... Clinton and Trump Win Arizona; Cruz Picks Up Utah; Sanders Takes 2 2016-03-22T04:00:00Z His own analysis of the C.D.C.’s role was unsparing, but not ungracious. Flint and the Long Struggle Against Lead Poisoning 2016-02-04T05:00:00Z The British responded to their ungracious American guest by turning him into a national celebrity, buying his book by the million and bestowing upon him every honor this side of a knighthood. Wandering around Britain with a good-natured grumbler 2016-01-14T05:00:00Z Seated in the front row, Mr. Bloomberg listened as speaker after speaker criticized his stewardship of the city, a spectacle that some called ungracious but that Mr. de Blasio later said he was “comfortable with.” De Blasio and Bloomberg Trade Rare Praise. No Hug, Though. 2015-06-16T04:00:00Z And while many people will take some rather ungracious glee in seeing Brady benched, it's not a punishment that really hurts Brady himself. Tom Brady's Deflategate Punishment a Good Move By the NFL 2015-05-12T04:00:00Z “I didn’t get the sense then that Gov. Romney was being ungracious, nor do I think Obama read him that way.” Why Obama and Romney won’t stop poking each other despite not talking 2015-04-02T04:00:00Z And so, on its anniversary, Recovery Act proponents may have been inclined to take another victory lap yesterday, though that didn’t seem to happen much yesterday, probably because it would seem gratuitous and ungracious. John Boehner, tilting at economic windmills 2015-02-18T05:00:00Z McConnell, when he wasn’t taking credit for things that preceded his ascent, gave a remarkably angry and ungracious first speech to the body he now leads. Mitch McConnell is off to a bitter start 2015-01-07T05:00:00Z "What a slap in the face to the Alabama Academy of Honor by such an ungracious recipient," GE123 wrote in comments to a website report by the Alabama Media Group. Apple's Cook: 'I'm proud to be gay' 2014-10-31T04:00:00Z In a meeting with Western reporters Tuesday evening, Cunningham called Karzai’s remarks “ungracious and ungrateful.” Afghan President Hamid Karzai slams U.S. government policy in Afghanistan They prepare with dedication and can be combative without seeming unfriendly or ungracious. Five myths about the Sunday talk shows Sudden divorces are not uncommon in sports, and Kidd’s ungracious maneuver is far from his worst personal transgression. Jason Kidd Orchestrates a Move Out of Brooklyn 2014-06-30T04:00:00Z “By any meddling and military intervention in Iraq, the Americans are seeking to attain ungracious goals, at the top of which undermining the elections in Iraq,” Mr. Firouzabadi said. Iraqi Shiites take a stand against Sunni extremists heading for Baghdad 2014-06-17T04:00:00Z That response felt awkward, even ungracious, at times. Nine Hard-Won Lessons About Grief 2014-04-16T09:45:13Z Sounds like an ungracious way to respond to a decent amount of decent brew. Kerry accepts Canadian beer in hockey wager 2013-04-11T15:50:54Z Instead he turned in a performance that was lethargic, distracted, ungracious and irritable. Mark Halperin: Candidates' Right (and Wrong) Moves 2012-11-08T10:50:21Z “I don’t want to be ungracious to my successor,” Strickland told me at one point. Did Barack Obama Save Ohio? 2012-09-09T05:18:02Z So apologies to any proud Yorkshire residents for the ungracious slur, but needs must. US PGA: second round – live! 2012-08-10T12:24:37Z “What was I supposed to do, look ungracious?” he said Monday. Gotham: N.Y.C. Election Board Showed Dysfunction in Primary 2012-07-03T02:01:38Z "Of course, there is no reason," he said loftily, adding with ungracious ingratitude, "and it was extremely out of place for you to look shocked when I told you of my purpose." Mariquita A Novel 2012-04-24T02:00:19.737Z Surely there is nothing so ungracious, nor nothing so cruel, but men will hold therewith, if it be once approved by custom. Against War 2012-04-21T02:00:21.397Z "If your ungracious admirer won't leave you, Meg, you had better leave him," he said, smiling into her woebegone face. The House 'Round the Corner 2012-04-14T02:00:22.063Z "Just leave me to manage my own business, Betsey, will you: I am capable, I hope," was the common-councilman's ungracious answer. Mildred Arkell, Volume II (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-06T02:00:29.933Z Jasmine would have willingly taught him Italian without the advantage of learning Latin; but she did not wish to appear ungracious, and the bargain was made. Rich Relatives 2012-04-05T02:00:45.670Z Master Sherwood, seeing the ungracious gentleman's ill-nature and the lady's confusion, stood up the more speedily to reply, and so cut him short. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z Perchance war might be the better suffered, if it made us but only wretched and needy; but it maketh us ungracious, and also full of unhappiness. Against War 2012-04-21T02:00:21.397Z Bitterly aware that he was only adding to her woes, he nerved himself for the ungracious task. The House 'Round the Corner 2012-04-14T02:00:22.063Z "I beg your pardon, Miss Beauclerc," was the sullen apology of Lewis, delivered in a most ungracious tone. Mildred Arkell, Volume II (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-06T02:00:29.933Z Now, to my mind, you’re a fit match for Will Laud, and he’s about as ungracious a chap as any I know.” The History of Margaret Catchpole A Suffolk Girl 2012-04-03T02:00:27.997Z It was a singularly rude and ungracious reply, all things considered. One Day at a Time and Other Talks on Life and Religion 2012-03-31T02:00:20.873Z But forasmuch these mischances cannot lightly be eschewed, nor they happen not through our fault, they make us but only wretched, and not ungracious withal. Against War 2012-04-21T02:00:21.397Z Speak gently; a kind refusal will often wound less than a rough, ungracious assent. The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society 2012-03-30T02:00:17.867Z "You can come to my room when you have supped," he said, in the same ungracious tone, speaking with his eyes averted. The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z "You will see for yourself in a few hours," he replied, his tone cold and almost ungracious. The Great House 2012-03-30T02:00:14.973Z "Has your friend any private means?" he asked, casting an ungracious glance at the barrister, and returning at once to his buttered toast. The New Rector 2012-03-22T02:00:35.997Z They say thus: We make war against our wills: for we be constrained by the ungracious deeds of other. Against War 2012-04-21T02:00:21.397Z Was she not as much bound to Robert Vavasour as if she were already engaged to him? or did she ever prevent his coming to the cottage by being ungracious? It May Be True, Vol. III (of III) 2012-03-20T02:00:14.013Z Oswald moved forward, intending to escort her, but she waved him back with an ungracious gesture. Fickle Fortune 2012-03-20T02:00:13.167Z "That's the way he likes best," observed Gossip Number Two, still with the ungracious spirit upon her. Miser Farebrother, Volume I (of 3) A Novel 2012-03-13T02:00:28.227Z I think I had better go," he said, his tone hard and ungracious, "You will excuse me, I am sure, Mrs. Hammond. The New Rector 2012-03-22T02:00:35.997Z And it may be right well, that they were either fools or ungracious caitiffs. Against War 2012-04-21T02:00:21.397Z Emancipation, granted on such ungracious terms, exasperated rather than appeased the Irish people. Sketches of Reforms and Reformers, of Great Britain and Ireland 2012-03-12T03:00:20.310Z Is my uncle in a very ungracious humour?' Fickle Fortune 2012-03-20T02:00:13.167Z The heavenly Father does not cease to be a father because his children are ungracious and bad. The Conflict of Religions in the Early Roman Empire 2012-03-11T03:00:13.983Z This is a most important question, and, however ungracious may be the task, I shall endeavour to consider it. Curiosities of Medical Experience 2012-03-09T03:00:20.410Z It has a half-spidery look, that seems ungracious in a flower. Old-Time Gardens Newly Set Forth 2012-03-06T03:00:22.850Z He saw me and, with a curt but not ungracious motion of the head, beckoned me out. Mr. Marx's Secret 2012-03-02T03:00:10.327Z “Yes, yes; I’ll be only too glad to be rid of your noise and chatter for the rest of the day,” was the rather ungracious reply. Mildred's New Daughter 2012-02-27T03:00:15.313Z It would not bear searching literary criticism; fortunately, no one has been so ungracious as to apply it. Charles Auchester, Volume 1 of 2 2012-02-23T03:00:42.347Z It would be easy, but ungracious, to expand into censure what Wesley so gently touched upon. Fletcher of Madeley 2012-02-23T03:00:39.877Z Perhaps it was an ungracious thing to demand more. Steel The Diary of a Furnace Worker 2012-02-21T03:00:18.360Z It was not only thoughtless, it was ungracious, it was ungrateful, and it hardened his heart so that he spoke out what was in his thoughts. For the Cause 2012-02-19T03:00:18.033Z “I daresay, for you seem a bright, capable child,” was the not ungracious rejoinder. Mildred's New Daughter 2012-02-27T03:00:15.313Z "Why," he demanded in a tone that, though ungracious, was no longer violent, "why do you say that that was his object?" The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z One ungracious explanation is easy: that the English have been the rich people and have been able to buy. England 2012-02-09T03:00:12.957Z The mother, with very ungracious demeanor, looked on. The Story of a Doctor's Telephone?Told by His Wife 2012-02-05T03:00:11.420Z "I don't want to be ungracious, but there is no reason why you should burden yourself with my affairs." Thrice Armed 2012-02-03T03:00:24.970Z In his reign the divine power, I know not why, was ungracious. The History of Antiquity, Vol. I (of VI) 2012-01-28T03:00:28.213Z It sounds very ungracious, madam, but I am already in your debt, and one is naturally shy about asking favours of that kind from women. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z The priest, however, pressed his services upon me with so importunate a courtesy that I thought it ungracious to persist in a refusal. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z She saw Secretary Seward, who was very ungracious to her; and President Johnson, whom she found "not one inclined to much speech." Julia Ward Howe 1819-1910 2012-01-24T03:00:23.377Z I don't want to be ungracious—but it's a difficult thing to do. Delilah of the Snows 2012-01-23T03:00:09.087Z Pauline's attitude could not have been improved on if she had known all that the engagement implied, but it wasn't in her to be ungracious for long. A Woman of Genius 2012-01-18T03:00:09.517Z Such harsh and unmitigated scoffing and abuse, as we too often witness, are equally ungracious, ungentlemanly, and ungrateful. Dealings with the Dead, Volume I (of 2) 2012-01-17T03:00:17.977Z The simile was not unjust, though certainly ungracious, but his aunt was far too happy to resent it.128 "You sit right still!" she said. The Crux 2012-01-12T03:00:12.630Z It may seem gratuitously ungracious to suggest that the very elevation which has marked peace propaganda in the past should have been the very thing that has sometimes stood in the way of its success. The Great Illusion A Study of the Relation of Military Power to National Advantage 2012-01-11T03:00:19.077Z With this ungracious permission I was obliged to comply; for the day was already closing, and my scarcely recovered strength was fast yielding to fatigue. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z Never were there more ungracious and unfavourable conditions for the study of arithmetic and algebra. Curiosities of Impecuniosity 2011-12-31T03:00:16.190Z How could it be otherwise, since there seemed to be a tacit understanding that none of the ungracious epithets were to be resented? The Fourth Estate, vol.1 2011-12-25T03:00:10.170Z "I haven't anything to carry it in," was the ungracious reply. Elsie's Widowhood A Sequel to Elsie's Children 2011-12-22T03:00:21.710Z Rollo was expecting you to tea, and was looking out for you all the time, and was the most ungracious person. The Happy Warrior 2011-12-18T03:00:18.863Z He opened his eyes wide in no feigned surprise, and answered in an ungracious manner: "I don't understand what you are saying to me." The Joy of Captain Ribot 2011-12-15T03:00:16.510Z “I suppose so,” was the somewhat ungracious answer. Bart Keene's Hunting Days or, The Darewell Chums in a Winter Camp 2011-12-11T03:00:12.153Z She was shut up, and her manner appeared hard and ungracious while her heart was dissolving in emotions. Household Education 2011-12-02T03:00:25.437Z "Please don't think me ungracious," Molly answered, coloring, "but I really should prefer to stay here and work." Elsie's Widowhood A Sequel to Elsie's Children 2011-12-22T03:00:21.710Z Considering that George must necessarily need refreshment after his long ride, and the hospitable habits of the Dutch, Annchen could not but feel that this was ungracious and marked. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z But reflection showed her the impossibility of acting in so ungracious a manner. Imprudence 2011-12-01T03:00:19.303Z The first would lead me far into social theorizing; the second into some ungracious criticism. From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey 2011-11-26T03:00:12.337Z Poor Jack is gone, because his kidneys gave out at forty; and nothing could seem more ungracious than to point out that I am still alive, and finding life enjoyable. The Book of Life 2011-11-25T03:00:13.343Z England is ungracious, unamiable and heavy; whilst the Continent is everywhere light and amiably quaint, even where it is ugly, as in many elements it is in Germany. The Letters of William James, Vol. II 2011-11-24T03:00:48.427Z Some of them appeared to be quite uneducated; others would blend ignorance with conceit; still others were ungallant and ungracious, and not seldom pompously boastful of their wealth. An Ambitious Woman A Novel 2011-11-23T03:00:54.137Z “It seemed ungracious to refuse after his kindness.” Imprudence 2011-12-01T03:00:19.303Z I am convinced that you all didn't and that you noticed not at all that I had become a most ungracious and uncommunicative recipient of your bounty. The Letters of Henry James, Vol. II 2011-11-18T03:00:26.730Z As I did not understand a word he said, and his manner was exceedingly rude and ungracious, I turned my back upon him and looked at the lady with the bright eyes. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, 7th ed. Vol. 2 of 2 2011-11-11T03:00:31.270Z Wayward, The maiden scorns true lover's tenderest sigh, And inward pines for some ungracious churl, Who slights such light-won favours. The Legendary and Poetical Remains of John Roby author of 'Traditions of Lancashire', with a sketch of his literary life and character 2011-11-07T02:00:18.317Z The servant was not unrighteous in demanding what was due to him; but he was ungracious. Notes on the Book of Genesis 2011-11-05T02:00:10.317Z Ultimately the letter was written but the finished production did not please her; the sentences looked bald and brutal and ungracious. Imprudence 2011-12-01T03:00:19.303Z But enough—don't let me pile up the agony of the ungracious—as any failure of response to a magnificent invitation can only be. The Letters of Henry James, Vol. II 2011-11-18T03:00:26.730Z On the other hand, Frank, embarrassed both by the sense of disingenuousness, and a desire "not to take the thing too seriously," seemed to the Squire ungracious and thankless. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 4, November 1, 1851 2011-11-03T02:00:15.113Z Note.—It is ungracious to criticize unfavorably the conduct of a conquered foe, but there are some things in Santa Anna's behavior at Contreras and Churubusco, which must not be passed silently. Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican Vol. 1 of 2 A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of That Country From the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time; With a View of the Ancient Aztec Empire and Civilization; A Historical Sketch of the Late War; And Notices of New Mexico and California 2011-11-02T02:00:11.380Z And with this ungracious refusal Mrs. Shallop went back into her cabin and shut the door; leaving Olive, feeling considerably bewildered now that the reaction was setting in, standing close to the unconscious Arab. The Wireless Officer 2011-10-24T02:00:17.560Z Think on thy past valour, thy future praise: Up, sad heart, nor faint In ungracious complaint, Or a prayer for better days. The Poetical Works of Robert Bridges 2011-10-22T02:00:26.887Z And then it seemed to him that it was an ungracious speech; and he was anxious to stand well with her, seeing that she was disposed to be friendly. Judith Shakespeare Her love affairs and other adventures 2011-10-20T02:00:22.743Z I don't want to be ungracious, but I must decline to be under any obligation whatever to a—well, to a perfect stranger like yourself. The Brass Bottle A Farcical Fantastic Play in Four Acts 2011-10-11T02:01:04.737Z "At last!" said he in an ungracious undertone. Denis Dent A Novel 2011-10-04T02:00:16.973Z “Mevrouw,” he said, suddenly, overcoming his bashfulness, “I hope you were not angry that I was so ungracious yesterday?...” The Later Life 2011-10-02T02:00:13.037Z To appeal to the House against the decision of the Committee would be ungracious, and would certainly involve great delay of public business. The True Story of my Parliamentary Struggle 2011-09-12T02:00:28.837Z Throughout the second set she repeatedly argued with the chair umpire in a petulant display that rekindled memories of her ungracious exit from the 2009 U.S. Stosur ends Aussie drought with U.S. Open title 2011-09-12T01:11:53Z A short blunderbuss was levelled directly in the face of the visiters, whilst an ungracious repulse was screamed out in a voice husky with rage. Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z "I've tried until I'm tired of trying," was the ungracious retort. Mrs. Bindle Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles 2011-09-08T02:00:22.323Z But the reluctance remained, and revealed itself, even when he had overcome it sufficiently to decide in favour of closing with the offer, in the ungracious acquiescence which he gave. The Shadow of the Past 2011-08-31T02:01:36.547Z “Please don’t think me ungracious,” she pleaded; “but I would rather you didn’t give me things like that.” The Bigamist 2011-08-31T02:01:34.797Z Peggy considered this ungracious of him; he might at least have thanked her for her consideration for his feelings. Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z It was most ungracious on my part after Miss Bolton’s condescension in coming; yet how was I to know that she was so supersensitive?” The Triumph of Jill 2011-08-31T02:01:25.060Z To expose the delirium and delinquencies of a respected or even respectable body of men is always an ungracious, though it may not be an unnecessary, task. Frauds and Follies of the Fathers A Review of the Worth of their Testimony to the Four Gospels 2011-08-30T02:00:32.823Z She hesitated for a moment, manifestly undecided whether to part without thanking him formally for his kindly interest would not appear rather ungracious. The Shadow of the Past 2011-08-31T02:01:36.547Z Isn't he ungracious"—turning to Saxton—"when I came here for rest and recreation, to put me on trial for my life? The Main Chance 2011-08-26T02:00:27.127Z I did not desire to appear ungracious a second time.” Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z His pride had struggled to the last against Bundy's generosity, until remonstrance seemed ungracious and insulting. Masterman and Son 2011-08-23T02:00:35.033Z King Leopold, too, was 'ungracious' in his correspondence; 'Dear Uncle,' she told Albert, 'is given to believe that he must rule the roast everywhere. Queen Victoria 2011-08-23T02:00:32.007Z "He does very well—for a boy," was Meg's somewhat ungracious answer, for the subject did not interest her. Little Women or Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy 2011-08-18T02:00:21.810Z "And backward yode, as bargemen wont to fare Bending their force contrary to their face Like that ungracious crew which faines demurest grace." Great Ralegh 2011-08-16T02:00:43.100Z Giving is more than simply the ability to spend money; the ungracious and ill-mannered are often unaware, or perhaps more accurately stated, heedless of this fact. Through these Eyes The courageous struggle to find meaning in a life stressed with cancer 2011-08-14T02:00:18.947Z How ungracious he can be when he wills. Tessa Wadsworth's Discipline A Story of the Development of a Young Girl's Life 2011-08-09T02:00:30.317Z These precious things, which were no doubt "big medicine" in the eyes of his ungracious hosts, were afterwards returned. Old Trails on the Niagara Frontier 2011-08-06T02:00:04.917Z In reality, I had tried to keep the ungracious Polar controversy within the bounds of decent, gentlemanly conduct; but indecency had become the keynote, and against this, mild methods served no good purpose. My Attainment of the Pole 2011-08-05T02:00:54.720Z I don't want to be ungracious about what my books were to her in her childhood and youth; I am quite ready to believe her sincere in what she said. Harriet Martineau 2011-08-05T02:00:51.493Z It was a step as unwise from the political point of view, and in its bearing on the relations of sovereign and subject, as on the moral side it was ungracious. William the Third 2011-07-31T02:00:12.077Z “No, you ain’t better, neither; and you’ll just lie quite still till your head’s done,” said Mary, in her rough ungracious way. The Story of Antony Grace 2011-07-27T02:00:35.717Z It was deemed a pointed and ungracious attack on executive polity. The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1 2011-07-27T02:00:32.830Z I do not regard those buried notes as being proof or as being particularly valuable, except as proving Peary to be one of the most ungracious and selfish characters in history. My Attainment of the Pole 2011-08-05T02:00:54.720Z Even the morose and ungracious Carlyle, writing to Emerson of this book, is obliged to say "It is beautiful as a child's heart; and in so shrewd a brain!" Harriet Martineau 2011-08-05T02:00:51.493Z But for once the usual amenability of his friend and employer was lost amidst a jarring irritability, and the secretary was forced to leave him to his ungracious solitude. The Men Who Wrought 2011-07-26T02:00:16.320Z As she went downstairs she wondered at her daughter’s ungracious behavior to this lovely young friend. Marjorie Dean, High School Junior 2011-07-25T02:00:16.780Z That was charity wasted on an ungracious loser. Amir Khan throws punch of lifetime to set up Floyd Mayweather Jr clash 2011-07-24T20:07:43Z In these I determined fully to state my case, explain the ungracious controversy, and analyze the impossibility of mathematically ascertaining the Pole or of proving such a claim by figures. My Attainment of the Pole 2011-08-05T02:00:54.720Z The king and queen remained a few minutes in conversation with those around them, without displaying any ungracious hurry to depart; and the whole scene left a pleasant impression upon my fancy. Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad with Tales and Miscellanies Now First Collected Vol. II (of 3) 2011-07-24T02:00:08.803Z Portions of the morality are harsh, ungracious, intemperate, almost inhuman as compared with the mellow grandeur of the older law. The Cradle of the Christ A Study in Primitive Christianity 2011-07-19T02:00:18.297Z But it is ungracious too to criticise the irritability of a man condemned to death; and in any case these sentences are perfectly consistent with Keats’s expressed desire to do good. Oxford Lectures on Poetry 2011-07-19T02:00:15.897Z "No," was the ungracious reply; and turning away, she left the room by a door that led into a conservatory. The Vicar of Wrexhill 2011-07-13T02:00:20.177Z The unjustified and ungracious controversy which followed has wounded our National honor; it has left a stain upon our flag. My Attainment of the Pole 2011-08-05T02:00:54.720Z But still it is ungracious, and methinks, in this courteous and liberal capital these regulations ought to be reformed or modified. Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad with Tales and Miscellanies Now First Collected Vol. II (of 3) 2011-07-24T02:00:08.803Z You had luck," was the ungracious response, "but it doesn't follow that all your wooden-club shots will turn out as well. Fore! 2011-07-11T02:00:06.097Z "You need not go, Percy," he said, smiling; "my ungracious cousin would not depute me as her messenger, but I made myself such, and so successfully that Edward will go, Ellen." Home Influence A Tale for Mothers and Daughters 2011-07-10T02:00:16.790Z Every ungracious word spoken to me by your highness in public, I shall take to be a proof of your secret favour. King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. 2011-07-07T02:00:29.790Z It seems ungracious after the great help you have given us here from time to time—musically, I mean. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z The permission, which in the first instance ought indeed to have been rather an invitation, now seemed forced, ungraceful, and ungracious. Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad with Tales and Miscellanies Now First Collected Vol. II (of 3) 2011-07-24T02:00:08.803Z He answered so shortly as to seem ungracious. The Ruby Sword A Romance of Baluchistan 2011-07-05T02:00:28.367Z Why, what an ungracious dog you must think me!” The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z “Pardon me,” said Frank, stung by this ungracious treatment; “it is my turn now.” The Golden Rock 2011-07-05T02:00:22.137Z Enough of the weary and ungracious task of finding fault. A Plain Introduction to the Criticism of the New Testament, Vol. II. 2011-06-30T02:00:31.117Z In him we see the charm and freshness of youth, and it would be ungracious to ask more of so fair a promise. Chaucer and His Times 2011-06-30T02:00:26.883Z Let no American suppose for a moment that the author of this volume is engaged in the ungracious, and frequently deservedly thankless task of mere muck-raking. The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 2011-06-29T02:00:28.167Z "Nay, then, since you are so ungracious, I shall go and prepare breakfast," she replied. Auriol or, The Elixir of Life 2011-06-24T02:00:23.867Z In response to an ungracious permission to enter he strode stiffly into the room, clicked his heels, and saluted. The Dispatch-Riders The Adventures of Two British Motor-cyclists in the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:22.377Z With these words he suddenly became—not exactly cross—but reserved and ungracious. A Reconstructed Marriage 2011-06-23T02:00:23.143Z A few days later Sir William Berkeley rewarded the unfortunate Captain Carver for his thus thwarted designs against the liberty of his Majesty's representative, with the ungracious "gift of the halter." The Story of Bacon's Rebellion 2011-06-16T02:00:14.737Z And, under the circumstances, it was at once a libel on Filipino patriotism and an ungracious belittling of the work of the American army. The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 2011-06-29T02:00:28.167Z They were developed under its conditions, its sparse and tardy products are for them all-sufficing; they were in harmony with their ungracious environment until man came to disturb the balance. Between Sun and Sand A Tale of an African Desert 2011-06-15T02:00:16.390Z Keats’s answer shows him touched and grateful for the kindness offered, but nevertheless, as always where Shelley is in question, in some degree embarrassed and ungracious. Life of John Keats His Life and Poetry, his Friends, Critics and After-fame 2011-06-10T02:00:19.290Z The gaps in the argument, and still more perhaps the untenable assumptions and mistaken assertions, are easy to detect now; but it is at least ungracious to insist upon them. The Age of Tennyson 2011-05-31T02:00:36.607Z This address appears to have deeply wounded the Regent, and the expressions of stern rebuke he used in replying, coupled with a rude sulkiness of manner, were ungracious and unwarrantable. The Impeachment of The House of Brunswick 2011-05-31T02:00:34.353Z Mr. Tapeall was a very stupid old man, weaving his red tape into ungracious loops and meshes, acting with due deliberation. Old Kensington 2011-05-29T02:00:09.797Z She did not mind Mrs. Underwood's short answers, or Mrs. Thorndike Freeman's little ungracious nod, but the long stare with which the latter lady regarded her flowers troubled her a little. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z I saw Sarah turning up her eyes in admiration, and this induced me to make a reply which I am ashamed to record, it was so ungracious: "I never eat cake," I said. Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z Whatever it signified, Cornelius kept his word: he painted, and harder than ever; but fortune was ungracious. Daisy Burns (Volume 2) 2011-05-20T02:00:30.427Z With which ungracious saying, Mercy was forced to content herself, and return, pouting, to her mirthful companions, while Michael pursued his way to Wilderness Lodge. Trevethlan: (Vol 2 of 3) A Cornish Story. 2011-05-16T02:00:19.270Z "As well as usual, except in the matter of grumbling," was the ungracious answer. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Sir Joshua realized that he had been ungracious and apologized to Wilson. St. Nicholas Vol. XIII, September, 1886, No. 11 An Illustrated Magazine for Young Folks 2011-05-07T02:00:31.650Z Was there ever a more ungracious, ungrateful, unreasonable creature than this same Chatteris? The Sea Lady 2011-04-22T02:00:07.843Z The Squire imparted the news to his daughter after his own ungracious fashion. Heriot's Choice A Tale 2011-04-20T02:00:22.760Z Friderun made a serious face, and the ungracious mouth assumed a very sorrowful expression, so that Praxedis had some difficulty in restraining a laugh. Ekkehard. Vol. II (of II). A Tale of the Tenth Century 2011-04-14T02:00:45.217Z With the aid of pen and ink Mr. Chattaway gave an ungracious promise to pardon Rupert. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z To protest was ungracious when intentions were so excellent; with much forcing of our dispositions we appeared delighted. I Walked in Arden 2011-04-10T02:00:06.137Z But I was still a strong man, and, ungracious as my condition was, I shrank from the thought of death, and did what I could to put by the fear of it. The Deemster 2011-04-08T02:00:08.197Z At the door of the restaurant, Leyburn turned to him with his peculiarly ungracious smile, and sniffed the sickening atmosphere of hot food. The Way of the Strong 2011-04-07T02:00:21.387Z He sometimes resolved to address Lady Eleanor; but so long as he could convey no precise tidings of the Knight, this would be an ungracious task. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. II (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:06.657Z So far he had spoken freely and openly enough, not with the ungracious, sullen manner that generally characterised him, but he hesitated now. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z "Dare I offer my thanks after being so ungracious, sire?" he asked contritely. The Game and the Candle 2011-04-03T02:00:16.907Z She realized that her reply sounded ungracious, but the letter from Katherine’s next year’s room-mate was vivid in her mind, and she felt that after all she wasn’t going to be missed. Peggy Parsons at Prep School 2011-04-01T02:00:43.170Z The rough ungracious man, abrupt of speech, and actually rude in manner, became gentle as a woman as he stole up to the bedside and laid his hand on the hot and burning forehead. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z "You have laid out the dollars well, Teresa," said the maiden graciously to her ungracious retainer; "I knew that you would do the best that you could with the money." The Spanish Cavalier A Story of Seville 2011-03-31T02:00:19.850Z The master of Trevlyn Hold replied by an ungracious nod, and turned his horse back down the lane. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Every unreasonable mood, every ungracious and unkind look, every cross word came back to my memory to torture me! All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z Despite his ungracious dismissal—despite the hopelessness of his own suit—he determined on discovering who was the happy rival—who it was for whom that boddice had been buttoned on. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z "Douse your tongue, ye swab, and keep your eyes p'inted for'ard!" was the ungracious reply muttered out of the after darkness. Rick Dale, A Story of the Northwest Coast 2011-03-24T02:00:12.337Z The servant appeared unwilling to bear the ungracious message. The Spanish Cavalier A Story of Seville 2011-03-31T02:00:19.850Z His character explains the most ungracious acts of his life, such as his breach of his promises to Columbus, his distrust of Ximenez and of the Great Captain. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 3 "Fenton, Edward" to "Finistere" 2011-03-14T03:01:00.580Z There is a story of a separation which took place simply because a gracious announcement had been couched by a husband in ungracious terms. How to be Happy Though Married Being a Handbook to Marriage 2011-03-11T03:00:13.410Z "She is very ungracious to-day," his lordship remarks, with a rather embarrassed laugh. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z If the Governor saw me leave my guests to feed a pair of ungracious old bulls he would be permanently humiliated. Neighbours 2011-03-05T03:00:27.277Z "I don't want you," was the somewhat ungracious reply. A Flight with the Swallows Little Dorothy's Dream 2011-03-04T03:00:54.547Z It would be alike ungracious and ungrateful in him, however, were he to retire without again thanking those kind and indulgent friends who have so long and so warmly welcomed him. The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I 2011-03-03T03:00:56.130Z Would that I had never written the ungracious lines!—never so foully wronged him! The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. II 2011-03-03T03:00:54.950Z My queen was a little ungracious; but even that has a charm. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z It would be ungracious to refuse the cheque, yet even as he looked at it, a strange foreboding was upon him. Mr. Claghorn's Daughter 2011-03-03T03:00:53.083Z The little fear he had had of Castalia's chilly manner and ungracious tongue had quite vanished. A Charming Fellow, Volume I (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:28.240Z "I don't want to see her," is the unflinching and most ungracious reply. Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z Pickering, though anything but a fool in business, took the ungracious remark pleasantly enough. The Revellers 2011-02-26T03:00:50.133Z Mrs. Waring felt it would be very ungracious if she did not accept the invitation, though just then time was very precious. The Little Missis 2011-02-26T03:00:44.830Z She alone is the Lady of gentleness—beside her, all others seem ungracious and unkind. The Romance of Biography (Vol 1 of 2) or Memoirs of Women Loved and Celebrated by Poets, from the Days of the Troubadours to the Present Age. 3rd ed. 2 Vols. 2011-02-25T03:01:04.597Z But entirely different from surliness is that dignity which can be reserved without being distant or hard of approach, and that seriousness which can be grave or silent without being ungracious. Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities 2011-02-24T03:00:54.237Z I fell back, then, upon the woman who has so little malice in her heart that she could not be ungracious to any one. Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z “I don’t see why it should interest you,” was the ungracious reply. The Revellers 2011-02-26T03:00:50.133Z A thousand rules of deference are established by concessions of the other sex, which they enforce with ungracious arrogance, as if they were but recognitions of "inalienable rights." The International Monthly, Volume 5, No. 4, April, 1852 2011-02-23T03:00:33.760Z Lee’s ungracious manner soon repelled her; but Gray’s dependence on her good offices as guide drew her towards him; and now, kindred, tribe, allegiance, all were forgotten in her passion for her white lover. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z "If my retirement is to facilitate Mr. Heffernan's advance, it would be ungracious to defer it; but give me till to-morrow to think of it." Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume II. 2011-02-18T03:00:19.343Z Poverty can no more select its company than its climate; and it would have been worse than ungracious to have rejected a friendship so generously and freely offered. Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I. 2011-02-18T03:00:17.957Z But he could not find it in his heart to be so ungracious as to express a dislike to food which the host evidently considered as the choicest delicacy the country could afford. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z "But need it all be done in our house?" asked Gretchen, in a very ungracious tone. Under a Charm, Vol. I (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.700Z She accepted it, grumbling, because it was scanty; but the baronetcy was not rich, and the brother did more for the sister than she deserved, for she had always been ungracious. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z He was, as ever, attention and affability itself; but the object of his wishes proved to be in so ungracious a frame of mind that he could not refrain from noticing it. Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.173Z Four weeks have flown by swiftly, with ungracious haste,—as do all our happiest moments,—leaving their mark behind them. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z Molly bestowed a most ungracious glance upon this man in his shirt-sleeves who was presented to her as a relative,--really it was exceedingly provoking. The Alpine Fay A Romance 2011-02-11T03:00:27.700Z But we quite often have ungracious guests, and they are almost as bad. The Setons 2011-02-10T03:00:48.400Z So he waited a little uneasily for Dixon's remarks on the Brains Acts, feeling that it might become his ungracious duty to take public exception to some of them. What Not A Prophetic Comedy 2011-02-09T03:00:50.423Z In spite of the highly ungracious manner in which the permission was granted, the young Countess drew a breath of relief, as though a load were lifted from her. Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.173Z Florence, feeling it will look ungracious to refuse, rises with reluctance, and sails down upon the quartette below, followed by Sir Guy. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z I thought at the time it was rather an ungracious act. From Crow-Scaring to Westminster; an Autobiography 2011-02-06T03:01:01.497Z It was a somewhat ungracious theory, and excited in Martin's mind, when he first heard it, a sensation the very reverse of agreeable. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. I (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:16.820Z Scarcely had the door closed after him, when the young widow turned to her brother with a very ungracious air: "You came most inopportunely, Henri." Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z Unpleasant and ungracious as these remarks may appear to those who look to the Earl’s Court Exhibition as a means for raising money for a national theatre, they are not unnecessary. Shakespeare in the Theatre 2011-01-30T03:00:17.973Z "So I do: it is quite too lovely," says Lilian, feeling as though she had been ungracious, and, what is worse, prudish. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z "I really believe you mean it as a reproach," pouted the young lady, with a highly ungracious look. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z Nor was he himself more anxious to escape censure than was she to throw off the ungracious office of inflicting it. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. I (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:16.820Z "Yes, my grandfather was extremely ungracious," said Raoul, also in high displeasure. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z At the last very ungracious words, however, he made haste to approach and take the designated satchel, which seemed the proper thing to be done. The Sign of Flame 2011-01-27T03:00:43.087Z You would not vex me?" she repeated, "but you do not mind how much you hurt other people's feelings by your ungracious ways? Success and How He Won It 2011-01-23T03:00:12.077Z The smile vanished from her lips, giving way to a most ungracious expression of countenance, and she was about to utter a sharp retort when Lieutenant Wilten appeared in the doorway. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z She thought him very ungracious, after all the work she had done for him. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z I am afraid I must have seemed ungracious. The Golden Web 2011-01-15T03:00:38.007Z He did not dare to begin eating by himself, for a regular turmoil reigned to-day in Burgsdorf, and the Frau Mamma was in a very ungracious mood. The Sign of Flame 2011-01-27T03:00:43.087Z "You must not be ungracious," she said gently. The House of Strange Secrets A Detective Story 2011-01-15T03:00:37.173Z Surely, Frank could not be so ungracious as to be vexed with her for disobeying his wish at such a time. The Ranch Girls and Their Great Adventure 2011-01-13T03:01:17.050Z He did not wish to remain and yet it would seem singularly ungracious to have Jean return and find him vanished. The Ranch Girls at Home Again 2011-01-13T03:01:04.363Z Mme. de la Sablière does not, however, seem to have been greatly perturbed by the ungracious effusions of the satirist, for she continued her cultivation of astronomy as before the poet's ill-natured outburst. Woman in Science With an Introductory Chapter on Woman's Long Struggle for Things of the Mind 2011-01-12T03:00:29.853Z It was, indeed, ridiculous and impossible, and consequently was his young Prince so ungracious. The Sign of Flame 2011-01-27T03:00:43.087Z Static theory may be ungracious in ignoring its own foundation. The Value of Money 2011-01-04T03:01:12.363Z "None of your business," was the ungracious reply. The Rider of Golden Bar 2011-01-04T03:01:06.347Z "It seems so ungracious to leave you in your trouble for the gratification of myself; perhaps, however, I may run down to Oxford to-morrow and return on Monday." Englefield Grange or Mary Armstrong's Troubles 2011-01-01T03:00:27.980Z "I'm not accustomed to associating with such beautiful and ungracious ladies." The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z It was something to receive encouragement, even if it was plainly labelled, and he would not be so ungracious as to tell her so. The Boss of Wind River 2010-12-30T03:00:28.770Z The chief of the eunuchs dragged him off, with horrible grimaces, and repeated as he went, “Ay, I foresaw she would play you some ungracious turn!” Shorter Novels, Eighteenth Century The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia; The Castle of Otranto, a Gothic Story; Vathek, an Arabian Tale 2010-12-29T03:00:31.850Z Although the United States Government had seemed a little ungracious in its delay, it yet rendered, this year and the next, most important service. The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z With this ungracious dismissal he went away in high good-humour, notwithstanding. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z So you can't blame me for wishing to recuperate by devoting myself to appetizing objects, such as you, my ungracious lady. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z Those who gave these fairies an ungracious welcome were subject to bad luck during the rest of their lives, but those who were good to the little folk became the recipients of their favour. British Goblins Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions 2010-12-20T17:11:57.810Z "I am worried about the long-term future of the Labour Party if we are seen to scrabbling around in a very ungracious way desperately trying to hold on to power in any and all circumstances." Labour MP rules out deal with SNP 2010-05-11T08:42:00Z So the "typically German" comment was nonsense and a little ungracious. What would Schr?dinger's cat have to say about Rafael's sending-off? 2010-04-09T23:11:00Z In the last six months, Curry has learned to cope with an ungracious teammate, a fickle coach, disgruntled veterans, a pending ownership change and, not insignificantly, 53 losses in 74 games. Stephen Curry Brings Hope to Beleaguered Warriors 2010-04-03T04:07:00Z Mrs Slee, looking as ungracious as ever, but with an eagerness which she could not conceal, hurried out to return with the required articles, when more salt was added and a dash of pepper. The Parson O' Dumford You’re the most ungracious—” “There’s pretty language to use to a lady, sir,” cried Tryphie, speaking as if in an angry fit. Lady Maude's Mania This last phrase, too, was a little ungracious. To Win the Love He Sought The Great Awakening: Volume 3 He had an ungracious task before him; for he was forced to communicate what was galling to his pride, as well as distressing to those more nearly interested in the intelligence. Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. XLII., May 1851 That seemed rather an ungracious thing to say to a man who had just offered one the devotion of his whole life. Miss Million's Maid A Romance of Love and Fortune Mrs Slee muttered and went out, looking rather ungracious, and the vicar turned to his guest, who was fidgetting about and seemed rather uneasy. The Parson O' Dumford “Oh, I didn’t mean that,” said Tom; “I meant ungracious and unyielding.” Lady Maude's Mania Further protest seemed ungracious, so the visitor yielded. What a Young Husband Ought to Know It would be ungracious to refuse when the Fates have led me and Venus herself seconds the invitation. . . . Beggars on Horseback The girl's tone was ungracious; her appearance also was the reverse of attractive. The Jolliest Term on Record A Story of School Life There was a concert on, and I was asked whether I would like to go to it, and, at the risk of seeming ungracious, I said if they didn't mind I would rather not. The Sword of Deborah First-hand impressions of the British Women's Army in France You needn't notice anything, by the way,' she added, 'if—if he seems ungracious.' The Wave An Egyptian Aftermath But the East Prussians were not shaken in their veneration for him: they clung with true love to their ungracious master, and his best and most intellectual panegyrist was Emmanuel Kant. Pictures of German Life in the XVIIIth and XIXth Centuries, Vol. II. She only received a strong and ungracious answer. Pictures of German Life in the XVth XVIth and XVIIth Centuries, Vol. II. His silence might almost have been an ungracious refusal to discuss the matter. The Key to Yesterday The ranch girls were embarrassed by their hostess' ungracious manner, but they could not be really angry with her. The Ranch Girls' Pot of Gold Still, you’ll be lucky if you get beyond Aachen,” was the ungracious retort. The Day of Wrath A Story of 1914 "Don't bother me with foolish questions," was the ungracious rejoinder. The Bachelors A Novel I am sorry, Miss Thorpe-Hatton, to seem ungracious, but there are reasons why I cannot accept his hand. The Missioner This was a signal victory after the reluctant and ungracious concession made to the last parliament. View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 It was hard work to return thanks for this ungracious speech, but Fielden managed it somehow. Hard Pressed It was true no doubt; but, nevertheless, it was ungracious, and had to be resented. Ayala's Angel Not, indeed, that any undertook so ungracious a task; the tide of accusation ran uninterrupted and unbroken. Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) It might seem ungracious to ask any explanation. Roland Cashel Volume I (of II) This ungracious manner of receiving an expression of contrition had often hardened the boy's heart against his aunt. Little Miss Joy It would be ungracious to reprint here any of the early statements of incredulity which found their way into print, especially in Germany. Astronomical Discovery Lucy, to her eyes, was beautiful, and mistress of a manner likely to be winning in a man's eyes, though ungracious to herself. Ayala's Angel "I have not come between you: I seek no such ungracious part," replies Sartoris, with quiet dignity. Faith and Unfaith Ballard laughingly disclaimed any such ungracious intention, and proceeded to prove his words by deeds. The King of Arcadia After the funeral—it nay sound ungracious, but I am far from feeling so—I shall wish to be left alone for awhile. The Sword of Damocles A Story of New York Life If Sylvia were an ungracious hostess, however, her small friends at any rate seemed thoroughly determined to enjoy themselves. The Third Class at Miss Kaye's A School Story When we remember that only about one-tenth of the True Word is really lost and that about three-quarters of what we have is verbatim text, it would be ungracious to carp at the method. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" "And I too——" She stopped suddenly, feeling that she was about to utter what might seem an ungracious acknowledgment. Diary And Notes Of Horace Templeton, Esq. Volume II (of II) It was in vain that she turned her back upon him, and gave him curt ungracious answers, often affecting not to hear him at all. Flora Lyndsay or, Passages in an Eventful Life Vol. II. Lily, with a manner that did seem a little ungracious, replied that she did want it, and added, on receiving a quick glance from the butler, Smithfield, "Madame." Come Out of the Kitchen! A Romance Throughout my childhood Old Spotnose continued to be an unsocial and ungracious being. Sigurd Our Golden Collie and Other Comrades of the Road To have kept waiting longer the nearest of the ladies who had signalled to me for my chair would have been most ungracious. A Volunteer with Pike The True Narrative of One Dr. John Robinson and of His Love for the Fair Señorita Vallois Standing a little behind her was a tall thin girl who was obviously determined to be as ungracious as a protest against her companion's amiability should require. The Duchess of Wrexe Her Decline and Death; A Romantic Commentary I believe that this communication was not made with any harshness or want of feeling; on the contrary, that it was conveyed with whatever delicacy the writer could summon to so ungracious a task. Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience His reception of my remark was decidedly ungracious, and I retired behind a log, while he made another attempt. The Bright Side of Prison Life Experience, In Prison and Out, of an Involuntary Soujouner in Rebellion Even Robin Hood, social little fellow that he was, tried in vain, later on, to make friends with this ungracious stranger. Sigurd Our Golden Collie and Other Comrades of the Road The rich man was happily at home, but gave him such an ungracious reception that he found it difficult to state his errand. Edelweiss A Story “True,” replied Jeanne, and feeling that it would be ungracious to give further expression to her distrust she went slowly back to 120 the parlor. A Daughter of the Union This ungracious reply seemed to warrant the suspicions entertained by some of Washington's friends, that it was the busy pen of Governor Dinwiddie which had given the "false representation of facts" to Lord Loudoun. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools It was painful to be obliged to appear ungracious, but painful things have to be done occasionally, and Hope longed for the day to arrive that would put an end to her suffering. The Daughters of a Genius And now, disclaiming all idea of being ungracious, how about quitting so profitless a topic as my own interesting self? A Veldt Official A Novel of Circumstance “But I do think you ungracious,” fumed the other. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt From complaisance towards the world, and from an unwillingness to appear disobliging and ungracious to our friends, we often allow our own privacy to be invaded. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine I feel as if I must go to my old home again—and—don’t think me ungracious, but it will do me good to be entirely alone.” 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War You thought me no end boorish and ungracious yesterday. In the Whirl of the Rising "Since you have taken such an ungracious stand we will not dally further." Death Makes A Mistake "It is this, then: it is that same ungracious and ungrateful way with which you, and every one like you in Ireland, receive benefits, disgusts every stranger." One Of Them He did not go to the Avenue du Bois de Boulogne at the appointed hour, and was so ungracious as not to send her any word. Fairfax and His Pride I was in one of those moods—all weak men know them well—when a harsh or an ungracious act appears something very daring and courageous. A Day's Ride A Life's Romance I was sorry to find in papers of Carlyle's, recently published, a rather ungracious mention of this brilliant young man, whose early death was much regretted in English society. Reminiscences, 1819-1899 Washington, by the rather ungracious and reluctant leave of Dinwiddie, attended the conference. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia And with this ungracious speech the conversation closed, and they walked on in silence. One Of Them He was very silent and very often wondered why she asked him so constantly to her house, why she should be so interested in so ungracious a companion. Fairfax and His Pride I declare it is a very ungracious way to treat pleasant tidings. The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly In my diary of the day I recorded the somewhat ungracious utterance, with this comment: "God Almighty, by the latest accounts, has not got so far as this." Reminiscences, 1819-1899 The servant bowed and retired to deliver the ungracious message. Tales from the German. Volume I. Arwed Gyllenstierna "My first step in your acquaintance is as the ungracious herald of a separation from all you love." One Of Them "Well, take a look around and get out quick," was the ungracious reply of the surly fellow. The Boy Scouts for Uncle Sam "I am sorry to have detained your Lordship with so ungracious a theme." Davenport Dunn, Volume 2 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day "You have done this very well,—admirably well," said he, as he laid it down; "but shall I be forgiven if I make an ungracious speech?" Davenport Dunn, Volume 1 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day "I can't talk to you," he said, ungracious in his distress. The Destroying Angel With an ungracious bow and a piercing look, the little man pressed past the slender Goth, who was obliged to stoop, as he entered the warder's dwelling. A Struggle for Rome, v. 1 It was a pretty game of racket, at which the Amateur, by compulsion indeed, played the most fatiguing, and at the same time the most ungracious part, namely, that of the ball. Specimens of German Romance; Vol. II. Master Flea Selected and Translated from Various Authors His offensive reply of May 2, to the genial letter of April 27, might alone explain the resentment of Wycherley, if the ungracious answer in its printed shape could be received as authentic. The Works of Alexander Pope, Volume 1 New Edition "It is ever an ungracious theme,—one's self," said he, as they walked along; "but, somehow, I am compelled to talk to you, and, if you will allow me, confidentially." Davenport Dunn, Volume 1 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day The note Ember handed him purported to explain what at first blush seemed a singularly ungrateful and ungracious freak. The Destroying Angel “I don’t want to,” was the almost ungracious retort. Under Boy Scout Colors I am quite aware that such a practical philanthropist would meet with many ungracious returns, and not a few insinuating assertions that her charity was an insidious attempt to get work “for nothing.” Maids Wives and Bachelors "Well, I don't see how it applies to the present situation at all," replied the donkey, in a rather ungracious manner. The Adventures of Puss in Boots, Jr. I should still be ungracious enough to bear it in mind. Davenport Dunn, Volume 1 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day He spoke in an uneasy and constrained way, forcing himself on to an ungracious task. The Galaxy, June 1877 Vol. XXIII.—June, 1877.—No. 6. It is not pleasant to accept of an ungracious hospitality; but I suppose that I, at least, shall not trouble them long. The Daltons, Volume II (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life He hated, besides, to do an ungracious thing anywhere, or to any one. The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life Some may make the ungracious remark that she might have spared herself this task of humanizing; that she could have left these "ligneous Christians," these creatures of tar and turpentine, where she found them. Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas Instead of rendering him more ungracious still by caprice, by inequality of character, why do you not rather make efforts to surmount your indifference? Josephine Makers of History The question may appear an ungracious one, yet it seems to me there exists some reason why it should be plainly asked. Vivisection And yet, my Lord, what possible benefit can accrue to myself from this ungracious task? The Daltons, Volume II (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life “You’re late again, Bartlett,” snapped Miss Agatha Sugg, a forewoman, whose initials suggested an obvious nickname among the set of flippant girls she ruled with a severity that was also ungracious. The Bartlett Mystery The whole warfare of opposition is condensed into one angry moment, and the rival parties are brought face to face in the most ungracious fashion. Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas "She is unquestionably very handsome; but, if I must confess it, her manner towards me was too ungracious to make me loud in her praise." Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II I'm sorry," I commented, "to be an ungracious host, but I am wondering what your plans may be? Astounding Stories, June, 1931 I am afraid I know some husbands who would have had to encounter very ungracious looks, not to say words, if they had brought home even an angel, unexpectedly to dinner. Coelebs In Search of a Wife "It will seem ungracious of us, I think, not to take advantage of his kindness as soon as possible." Portia or By Passions Rocked Even Wordsworth, the most ungracious critic of other men's work in his own art of whom the history of literature gives record, acknowledged Tennyson in the amplest terms. A History of Nineteenth Century Literature (1780-1895) "I never heard it before," was the short but not ungracious reply. Hand and Ring Oaklands had never before seemed desolate and drear; and she could not have believed, had she been told, that she could ever look with ungracious eyes upon the stately home of her childhood. Crestlands A Centennial Story of Cane Ridge She too had been thinking, and, being a healthy-minded and kind-hearted girl, had come to the conclusion that her abrupt departure the previous night was wholly uncalled for and ungracious. The Silent Barrier “Dr. Grey, in your present happy mood, you certainly can not be so ungracious as to deny me a favor?” Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part Why, you ungracious boy, what do you mean? Olla Podrida I never saw a man do so much good in so ungracious a manner. The Lawyers, A Drama in Five Acts “How fortunate!” she said mockingly, after a pause during which he had time to realize that he had been very ungracious. The Coming of the Law Then, as though fearing herself ungracious, she slowly extends to him a tiny, friendly hand, which he accepts. Rossmoyne It does not lend itself becomingly to flushes, and this deep flush lingered, an unwelcome visitor, throughout her muttered, almost ungracious words. The Girl in the Mirror Elizabeth Younges relapsed into long fits of gloom and silence, and when addressed by her companion, made short and ungracious answers. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 8, January, 1851 But it is ungracious to ask for more than there is in this compact and most admirable volume. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 93, July, 1865 Father and mother were alike—hard, grasping, and ungracious. An Isle in the Water He asks, with “The Farmer’s Boy,” Whence comes this change, ungracious, irksome, cold? Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 You falter; your silence speaks consent; you are convinced, and yield to the necessity for this ungracious consummation. The Advocate But the refusal gave the kindly, failing man serious disquietude, and fearing it might be thought ungracious, he forthwith sent for all his sketches of character from London and presented them to the Institute. English Caricaturists and Graphic Humourists of the Nineteenth Century. How they Illustrated and Interpreted their Times. Hunter, much hurt by such ungracious return for what he had done at Bob’s request, said, “Why, Bob, you couldn’t expect me to cut your hair with a hatchet without hurting some”—which seemed reasonable. From the Rapidan to Richmond and the Spottsylvania Campaign A Sketch in Personal Narration of the Scenes a Soldier Saw It immediately struck me, that this must be the very person who had played so conspicuous a part in Henry's unfortunate history; and my bow of acknowledgment was stiff and ungracious. Ellen Middleton—A Tale She made a big effort, though, to recover; it seemed so ungracious, so rude, to receive a kindness in so gauche a fashion. Anxious Audrey Tears of earnestness stood in her eyes, and Jack felt that disclaimer would be ungracious. Facing Death The Hero of the Vaughan Pit. A Tale of the Coal Mines And she knew that she had seemed ungracious and had felt resentful. Brooke's Daughter A Novel But his weapon is double-edged, and he had not much more love for That ungracious crew which feigns demurest grace. Spenser He avowed himself still dissatisfied: but said he was sorry for his original remark which was "ungracious and unhandsome" if not untrue, adding, "for to whom do I owe more pleasure than to Lockhart?" A Letter Book Selected with an Introduction on the History and Art of Letter-Writing When people read, "The law came by Moses, but grace and truth by Christ," do they suppose it means that the law was ungracious and untrue? Frondes Agrestes Readings in 'Modern Painters' I hear you, my Stanley, I hear you and mark; To snub you for patriot zeal were ungracious; But—well, after all, on your Continent Dark My footprints are plain, and my realm's pretty spacious. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 98, May 24, 1890 Lord Hermiston was coarse and cruel; and yet the son was aware of a bloomless nobility, an ungracious abnegation of the man’s self in the man’s office. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XIX (of 25) The Ebb-Tide; Weir of Hermiston There falls one more incident to be narrated, and then I can close with this ungracious chapter. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 17 (of 25) "Let me come inside a minute," implored Titmouse, feeling as if his little heart were really dropping out of him: and, in a most ungracious manner, Huckaback motioned him in. Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. "Oh, my little damsel, do not be ungracious," said the Motherkin. The Princess Idleways A Fairy Story Both Mrs. Owen and her daughter felt that it would be ungracious to refuse, and consent was given. Peggy Owen and Liberty —Archie, helpless with irritation, persisted in this dangerous and ungracious guard. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XIX (of 25) The Ebb-Tide; Weir of Hermiston So it befell that when the one appeared gracious and the other ungracious, every trick of their bodies seemed to call out 91 confirmation. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. XII (of 25) He knew that, all other things being equal, the factor was really just, in a rough and ungracious way. The Wilderness Trail He was a man with a side-lurch, and an ungracious manner. When Ghost Meets Ghost Yes," said Mrs. Crane, "and when we are granted such wonderful boons as we are, it seems ungrateful and ungracious to ask for anything we do not get. The Come Back "Well, Leander, I must say that is very ungracious and disobliging of you." The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 91, May, 1865 And the children, whose inherent ungainliness, whose ungracious spirits demanded a perpetual palliation of culture and instilled deportment. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman Still, it would have seemed ungracious to reject the proffered hand, so they took it under protest, mentally resolved to get away from him as soon as possible. The Rushton Boys at Treasure Cove Or, The Missing Chest of Gold He illustrates his principles with a most ungracious account of several of his contemporaries. Calamities and Quarrels of Authors But the constable’s answer was ungracious; and as for the offer of a cigar, with which this rebuff was most unwisely followed up, he refused it point-blank, and without the least civility. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 5 (of 25) The small, wooden house in Church Street contained a narrow, ungracious family life, it can be seen, of petty economies and few interests. Clark's Field And as for this matter of the sweated workers, the harshness of the business, the ungracious competition, suppose if instead of fighting her husband with her weak powers, she persuaded him. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman “You ask me an ungracious favour,” said the Prince, “but I must refuse you nothing.” The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 4 (of 25) But ungracious Nature kept fast hold of the mind of Dennis! Calamities and Quarrels of Authors It was her only stipulation—and surely it must be an ungracious hostess indeed who could object to that. Sir Tom If, after you've heard what I am going to tell you, you still insist on my accepting such an honour, of course I will not be so ungracious as to refuse it. The Brass Bottle I deplore my task of recording these ungracious moments in Mr. Brumley's love history. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman It is ungracious to censure him because he lacks the gripping emotional power of a Beethoven or a Wagner. Music: An Art and a Language He was surly and ungracious, said he didn’t know where you were. Claim Number One Dalton sat up, yielding his arm to his enemy’s ministrations, as silent and ungracious as a dog. The Rustler of Wind River A minute or two later I took an opportunity to ask the promoter the name of this ungracious officer. The International Spy Being the Secret History of the Russo-Japanese War The old man put on an assumption of indifference, was short and ungracious to his wife. The Broom-Squire But to carry such criticisms too far is ungracious and unjust. Music: An Art and a Language “I am not accustomed to being told to wait, Mr. President,” said the ungracious voice. Carmen Ariza They were not grudged or ungracious; they were only like those first little flashes of lightning which hint that the heavens will soon be alive. The Side Of The Angels A Novel The more agreeable he was, the more Claire would turn to him from that dark, ungracious form yonder. Claire The Blind Love of a Blind Hero, By a Blind Author After the kindness, the generosity with which she had been treated, this seemed ungracious in the extreme. The Broom-Squire I am aware that I was often irritable and ungracious, but126 my companions were tolerant, and gave little heed to the flitting moods of an octogenarian. Under the Maples His manner of speaking was abrupt, yet not ungracious. Carmen Ariza It would seem ungracious to say she liked it; so Matilda said nothing. The House in Town She felt that somehow she had been cruel and very ungracious toward the man to whom she owed so much. Claire The Blind Love of a Blind Hero, By a Blind Author Please don't think me ungracious or unkind, Sydney. Name and Fame A Novel He pondered upon the ungracious official letter of his superior, begrudging, but yielding to his persuasions. The Law-Breakers Attempt not to impose on me, thou base-born and ungracious varlet. Gómez Arias Or, The Moors of the Alpujarras, A Spanish Historical Romance. Henry had reminded his father of the history and tradition of T.C.D., an ungracious institution which had taught men to despise Ireland. Changing Winds A Novel It seemed to us a most unwise and ungracious act and we feel the keenest possible regret over it. The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume V To himself, personally, except in regard to his wife, his brother had not been ungracious. Is He Popenjoy? "In what have I so far offended you that you are so ungracious to me this evening, Iris?" he murmured, reproachfully. Pretty Madcap Dorothy Or, How She Won a Lover For all his coarseness and crudity, she had until to-day believed him to be innately gentle, with only a rough and ungracious exterior. The Heart of Thunder Mountain “If they don’t get away, it won’t be our fault,” was his ungracious comment; “we have done little else than throw away our chances from the first.” A Waif of the Mountains She managed to mutter an ungracious "Thank you." Nobody It would be ungracious to close this preface without acknowledging with gratitude the valuable assistance of Miss Barbara Duncan of the Boston Public Library. Annals of Music in America A Chronological Record of Significant Musical Events Joan contemplated protesting, but somehow his manner was so friendly, so frank and honest, that she felt it would be ungracious of her. The Golden Woman A Story of the Montana Hills After that she felt, being Celia, that it would be too ungracious to insist on refunding the money. Punch, Or The London Charivari, Vol 150, February 9, 1916 Some were stupid and ungracious, hardened and dulled with long penury as some in this world are hardened and dulled with long riches. Dr. Sevier The King began to bombard me with ungracious, glances, and of course everybody stared. Secret Memoirs: The Story of Louise, Crown Princess It was now speedily seen that the godless radicals had overdone their ungracious work. Pius IX. And His Time Ward was ungracious enough to say: "Precisely what I've warned her against," but he hurried to her relief, nevertheless. They of the High Trails Before Elsa, whose simple mind was not up to a stinging repartee, could think of something indifferent or not too ungracious to say, the handsome Jewess had already spied Andor's face among the crowd. A Bride of the Plains I am just ungracious enough to think, some days, that these times of separation are the hardest of all. Dr. Sevier "Well," was the ungracious rejoinder, "don't kid yourself that it's on your account." Old Man Curry Race Track Stories This ungracious word proceeded from the palace of Jerome Napoleon, on whom merciless history bestows a more opprobrious epithet. Pius IX. And His Time "I have a great deal to say to you," continued she, as Ellen gave her an ungracious permission to enter. The Elm Tree Tales The bow should never degenerate into a nod; this is both ungracious and ungentlemanly. Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society That would be ungracious and ungrateful, and so he must render back taffy for taffy, drawn butter for drawn butter, till the whole place sticks and reeks with it. Imaginary Interviews “It seems ungracious to refuse when they wish it to be my birthday treat,” she said rather apologetically. The Madcap of the School It is well understood that this ungracious measure was secretly advised and promoted by Germany. Pius IX. And His Time "How the Americans do love dress!" was Imogen's instant thought,—an ungracious one, and quite unwarranted by the circumstances. In the High Valley Being the fifth and last volume of the Katy Did series In responding to a health, it is ungracious not to, at least, lift the glass and let its contents touch the lips. Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society Mr. Egerton taught the Bible class in a most kindly and pleasant manner considering the ungracious way the superintendent requested his services. Duncan Polite The Watchman of Glenoro "Oh, it will not matter, whatever," he stammered abruptly, and in a manner much more ungracious than his feelings warranted. The Silver Maple That ungracious beast, however, though waked by the noise, felt no inclination to have his repose disturbed; so bid him hold his peace, and let honest folks go to sleep. The Adventures of a Bear And a Great Bear too I like not to be so identified with the Tory party, but I cannot be ungracious to my little girl's half-brother and the child Bessy Henry loved. A Little Girl in Old Philadelphia Did he do that from calculation to please her, ungracious girl as she was, who was so hard to please? The Marriage of Elinor If Paul had, in that crisis of the Church, with a timidity unworthy of him, evaded the ungracious task, what, humanly speaking, might have been the result? The Mind of Jesus Lastly and—finally, there is a reason for our apparent lack of humor, which it may seem ungracious to mention. The Wit of Women Fourth Edition It is a painful and ungracious task to have to pen these observations, especially, too, in the case of a stranger. Notes and Queries, Number 196, July 30, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc Valentia made this rather ungracious suggestion, looking so pretty, so serious, and yet with such a conciliating smile that it would have been almost impossible for even the most touchy person to have been offended. The Limit How was she to answer without appearing ungracious?—and yet at this moment how could she explain? Not Like Other Girls Do not, as some ungracious pastors do, Shew me the steep and Thorny path to Heaven. The plant-lore & garden-craft of Shakespeare It was ungracious, but the man was not responsible. Hurricane Island And then certainly the room did seem very empty, and very still; and the clock, which she never heard the rest of the week, kept ticking an ungracious reminder that she was alone. The Wide, Wide World The words were ungracious, but Sam looked worried and uncertain. Christopher Hibbault, Roadmaker I thought you knew that, Percival!” rather reproachfully; “but I dare say we shall often see you here,” she went on, fearing Nan would think her ungracious. Not Like Other Girls But when they were before her own fire, waiting for the expected girls, she made Norma a rather ungracious confidence. The Beloved Woman “Oh,” she said, in ungracious astonishment, “then you are not on the grave’s awful verge,... are you?” The Maids of Paradise It was so ungracious to receive gifts from Love's storehouse without even a thrill of gratitude. In Orchard Glen And what could she say in rebuke that would not be churlish and ungracious? The Scarlet Feather "If we can do no better," said the angel, "we must accept your ungracious offer." Mediaeval Tales “It may be that I have been somewhat ungracious,” said Francis penitently. In Doublet and Hose A Story for Girls It was not difficult to predict an ungracious reception. The Wild Huntress Love in the Wilderness Miss Leonora thought her nephew looked very ungracious as he went away. The Perpetual Curate Evander gave him a glance, and then, returning to Brilliana, said, with a manner of amused contempt, “You have a very ungracious gardener.” The Lady of Loyalty House A Novel His is the ungracious task to reform abuses; perhaps, like Hamlet, he thinks "the times are out of joint," and he "was born to set them right." Kathay: A Cruise in the China Seas "Even when you are ungracious, if ever, you are always the most adorable and beautiful woman in the world." Bandit Love Indeed, had he not done so, he must have been the most ungracious of cousins. Sir Harry Hotspur of Humblethwaite With an ungracious buzz the fat bee emerged clumsily from the tall blue flag and sailed noisily out of earshot. Anthony Lyveden It betokens a prudish mind, ungracious pride, and not seldom mistrust. The World I Live In But a week in the country wouldn't seriously delay matters; and, in the circumstances, it seems ungracious to refuse. Captain Desmond, V.C. She was not proud and ungracious after all, then. The Giant's Robe Courtin remarked that it was surely an ungracious act, for that, even if the report were true, the King might be content to go no further than advising her to be more circumspect. Political Women, Vol. 2 To have refused such tokens of Christian love would have been ungracious. The Life of Trust: Being a Narrative of the Lord's Dealings With George Müller From the Portuguese governor of the island this Spanish company met with a very ungracious reception. The Discovery of America Vol. 1 (of 2) with some account of Ancient America and the Spanish Conquest But if to the minds of the Spanish-Americans such a miracle were possible, it seemed ungracious not to consent to it. The White Mice Thus it was with sincere demonstrations of delight that the dependents and menials welcomed Donna Nisida at Riverola; and she was not ungracious enough to receive their civilities with coldness. Wagner, the Wehr-Wolf To some she must always remain too ungracious, too savage, too uncompromising. Suspended Judgments Essays on Books and Sensations “I don’t know anything about it, and I don’t want to hear anything more about it either,” was the ungracious reply. The Wind Before the Dawn Jessie turned away from her ungracious brother wishing, as she had so often done, that 159 he “was more like Guy.” Jessie Carlton The Story of a Girl who Fought with Little Impulse, the Wizard, and Conquered Him "Did you hear aught of her last night, mother?" replied Harry, taking advantage of this ungracious opening to speak of the subject which was uppermost in his mind. Tom Brown at Oxford But it would be ungracious in Wadham men to criticise the Founders of their College, to whom they owe the most beautiful of homes. The Life and Times of John Wilkins Warden of Wadham college, Oxford; master of Trinity college, Cambridge; and Bishop of Chester In order to keep my self-respect, I recall that I was as ungracious as possible. Friendship Village He rode out the Quemado Road one matchless December day when the very air would have seemed sufficient to produce flowers without calling the ungracious desert into service. Children of the Desert In fact, the departure of the ungracious cousins was to the inmates of Glen Morris, like the flight of the angry storm-cloud to a company of mariners, after weary weeks of squalls and tempests. Jessie Carlton The Story of a Girl who Fought with Little Impulse, the Wizard, and Conquered Him |
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