| 单词 | vexatious |
| 例句 | “Some tiles and antique pottery that he bought in Persia. What was delivered was not what he had purchased. There has been a long, vexatious correspondence on the subject.” Murder on the Orient Express 1934-01-01T00:00:00Z Eratosthenes, in a lost work quoted by the Roman-era geographer Strabo, wrote that of the kingdom of the pharaohs “there was a common saying: ‘The way to Egypt is long and vexatious.’.. Circumference 2008-11-25T00:00:00Z V. cold this day & the Trembling is vexatious. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z His teeth were winnowed away by a vexatious Grisha, and now he can eat only pudding.” Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z It was a bear pit: an endless procession of vexatious litigants and political opportunists settling personal scores in front of a shouting, hooting, uncontrollable rabble of, um, jurors. Words Like Loaded Pistols 2011-10-20T00:00:00Z Visually they find the artist returning fully to two dimensions after her triumphal public sculpture, “A Subtlety, or the Marvelous Sugar Baby,” the monumental and vexatious sugarcoated woman-sphinx of 2014. Kara Walker Traces Slavery’s Bitter Legacy with New Ways of Drawing 2017-09-07T04:00:00Z Just over a decade ago he emerged as an unlikely worldbeater: a white rapper from Detroit with a vexatious obsession with violence and social dysfunction. Music: On ?Recovery,? Eminem Reasserts His Core Values 2010-06-21T22:24:00Z There is the vexatious feeling that Mr. Clark didn’t follow through on his ideas, which makes the dance’s more poignant moments all the more frustrating. Dance Review: Michael Clark?s ?Who?s Zoo?? at Whitney Biennial 2012 2012-04-01T21:00:01Z I found such gaps in nuance in this episode vexatious. ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Episode 5: A Seduction 2017-05-10T04:00:00Z Here Cooke introduced the well-known term: “the vexatious ‘Bruckner problem’ — the confusion over the various versions which exist of most of his symphonies.” Still Searching For Bruckner?s True Intentions 2011-07-09T04:30:28Z These blunders would be less vexatious if C did not make such a parade of esoteric entomology. Peter Carey? Doesn't know his leeches. Tom McCarthy? Bad on moths 2010-10-17T20:44:00Z The Crown Prosecution Service under the current director of public prosecutions, Keir Starmer, is earning a deservedly bad reputation for its vexatious litigation. Simon Walsh: the vindictive persecution of an innocent man 2012-08-11T23:11:00Z He didn't name names, but everyone knows which vexatious individuals he was referring to. Debate: have modern opera singers got the wrong attitude? 2013-03-16T18:00:02Z That traditionalism can be vexatious in the ways we’ve been talking about — aesthetically and politically — but it can also be charming, even moving at times. What ‘Green Book’ Says About the Academy. Our Critics on the Oscars. 2019-02-25T05:00:00Z Maybe one day something similar will be said of the vexatious fossil fuel known as black gold. Art Review: A Jewel Box for Translucent Treasures 2011-12-15T22:59:09Z Disputes about authenticity, a vexatious topic in the art world, tend to center on the works of dead artists. Peter Doig Says He Didn’t Paint This. Now He Has to Prove It. 2016-07-07T04:00:00Z But the High Court said his writ had been rejected on Thursday on the grounds that it appeared to be an abuse of the court process, frivolous, vexatious or outside the court’s jurisdiction. Final arguments are being made before Australia’s vote Saturday to create Indigenous Voice 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z Mr Pitman said he warned this process "will kill somebody" as he thought the complaint against him was "vexatious". Winchester consultant Martyn Pitman 'victimised over hospital concerns' 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z "Allegations can be made against members of parliament that may be false, and they may be made in a vexatious way." MPs' misconduct cases need professional HR, say former whips 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z The justices said she failed to disclose the disciplinary proceedings in Michigan arising from “2020 election-related litigation deemed frivolous and vexatious.” Pa. county sanctioned over copying 2020 voting machine data 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z Questions of sustained compliance apparently remain in two broad, crucial — and extremely vexatious — areas: crowd control, including tactics and use of force, and the key issue of officer accountability. Seattle, DOJ expected to ask judge to end most federal oversight of SPD 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z Trump’s Florida complaint rehashed some claims from his dismissed federal lawsuit against her, irritating Middlebrooks, who wrote in a December order: “This litigation has all the telltale signs of being both vexatious and frivolous.” Trump drops appeal, ending legal fight over New York probe 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z "This litigation has all the telltale signs of being both vexatious and frivolous," Middlebrooks wrote in a footnote to his eight-page order. "Unprecedented": Judge rips Trump lawyers over "frivolous" lawsuit in brutal footnote 2022-12-22T05:00:00Z The lawsuit was “vexatious” and volunteers were “at war with the system,” the county said. Prince George’s pretrial system needs improvement, federal judge says 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z Derrel McDavid’s attorney wrote that deserves to recoup the legal fees after enduring a “frivolous, vexatious and bad faith prosecution over which he prevailed.” R. Kelly associate seeks legal fees after acquittal 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z Mr Pauley said: "The fact that this report has been leaked to the press before it has been published is a clear indication that this is part of vexatious politically motivated smear campaign." Cambridgeshire mayor under investigation after whistleblowing report 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z The question of western land proved equally vexatious. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z The rest of the requests, she said, were “vexatious, intrusive, unjustified, and a fishing expedition.” Ghislaine Maxwell juror likely to get immunity for testimony 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z “The Court denies these requests as vexatious, intrusive, unjustified, and a fishing expedition,” the judge wrote. Judge limits inquiry into juror at Ghislaine Maxwell trial 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z “This is, by definition, a reckless disregard for the truth, which constitutes a frivolous and vexatious position by the government,” he wrote. R. Kelly associate seeks legal fees after acquittal 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z But the Sullivan rule is not the only mechanism one could devise to protect press freedom against vexatious litigation. Perspective | Is the legal standard for libel outdated? Sarah Palin could help answer. 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump filed a federal lawsuit in October trying to block the archives from releasing any materials to Congress, calling the committee’s attempt to obtain records “nothing less than a vexatious, illegal fishing expedition.” Jan. 6 Committee Shelves Requests for Hundreds of Trump Records 2021-12-28T05:00:00Z Trump filed a federal lawsuit in October trying to block the archives from releasing any materials to Congress, calling the committee’s attempt to obtain records “nothing less than a vexatious, illegal fishing expedition.” Jan. 6 Committee Shelves Requests for Hundreds of Trump Records 2021-12-28T05:00:00Z The committee’s request, his lawyers argued, is tantamount to harassment, “nothing less than a vexatious, illegal fishing expedition.” Trump’s legal strategy tested in fight with Congress over Jan. 6 records 2021-11-16T05:00:00Z In suing to block the National Archives from turning over documents, Trump called the House panel’s request a “vexatious, illegal fishing expedition” that was “untethered from any legitimate legislative purpose.” Federal judge refuses Trump request to block Jan. 6 records 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z Trump called the document requests a “vexatious, illegal fishing expedition” that was “untethered from any legitimate legislative purpose,” in his lawsuit to block the National Archives from turning over the documents. Judge questions Trump lawyers trying to shield Jan. 6 papers 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z The Committee’s request amounts to nothing less than a vexatious, illegal fishing expedition openly endorsed by Biden and designed to unconstitutionally investigate President Trump and his administration,” Trump’s lawsuit stated. Trump seeking to block hundreds of pages of documents from Jan. 6 committee, court filing shows 2021-10-30T04:00:00Z Trump called the document requests a “vexatious, illegal fishing expedition” that was “untethered from any legitimate legislative purpose,” in his lawsuit to block the National Archives from turning over the documents to the committee. Trump wants call logs, aide’s notes hidden from Jan. 6 panel 2021-10-30T04:00:00Z In the lawsuit, Trump called the document requests a “vexatious, illegal fishing expedition” that was “untethered from any legitimate legislative purpose,” according to the papers filed in federal court in the District of Columbia. Lawmakers defer some Jan. 6 document requests, seek others 2021-10-25T04:00:00Z Trump’s lawsuit, filed after Biden said he’d allow the documents’ release, claims that the panel’s August request was overly broad and a “vexatious, illegal fishing expedition.” Jan. 6 panel votes to hold Steve Bannon in contempt 2021-10-19T04:00:00Z Calling the Democratic-led probe "a vexatious, illegal fishing expedition," Trump's lawyers argued that the former president should be immunized from scrutiny by dint of executive privilege, according to Politico. Jan. 6 committee votes unanimously to recommend Steve Bannon for criminal prosecution 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z The committee’s request, he wrote, “amounts to nothing less than a vexatious, illegal fishing expedition openly endorsed by Biden and designed to unconstitutionally investigate President Trump and his administration.” Trump Sues to Block Release of White House Papers to Jan. 6 Inquiry 2021-10-18T04:00:00Z “The Committee’s request amounts to nothing less than a vexatious, illegal fishing expedition openly endorsed by Biden and designed to unconstitutionally investigate President Trump and his administration,” the suit reads. Jan. 6 committee lays out legal arguments against Bannon’s subpoena defiance in private letter to his attorney 2021-10-18T04:00:00Z Braid also has a right, the filing states, “to avoid wasteful, vexatious and duplicative litigation and potentially conflicting rulings.” Abortion rights advocates, in ‘legal limbo,’ go out of state to try to block Texas law 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z “Donald has used this type of vexatious litigation to intimidate, harass and bully for years,” Ms. Manigault Newman said in a statement. Trump Loses Case to Enforce Omarosa Manigault Newman’s N.D.A. 2021-09-28T04:00:00Z But what to do about truly vexatious litigation — if it’s even possible to parse the genuine from the frivolous? The Man Who Filed More Than 180 Disability Lawsuits 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z "This approach is framed solely around the perceived need to address what is a false narrative of vexatious investigations of Army veterans." Troubles: Political reaction to PM's plan to end prosecutions 2021-07-14T04:00:00Z In an email to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Decatur City Attorney Bryan Downs called the suit a “tardy, vexatious attack on properly entered rulings by a Georgia court of law.” Sons of Confederate Veterans sue to return Georgia monument 2021-06-21T04:00:00Z The government says the Overseas Operations Bill will protect soldiers from "vexatious claims" for alleged historical offences in conflicts overseas. Leo Docherty: Minister pledges 'protection' for Troubles veterans 2021-04-21T04:00:00Z The PM promised to protect veterans from vexatious prosecutions. PMQs: Boris Johnson says he ‘makes no apology’ after Labour accuses him of ‘stench of sleaze’ over texts to James Dyson – live 2021-04-21T04:00:00Z She said she was then labelled as a "vexatious parent" for challenging the school. SEND family spends £20k fighting for school place 2021-03-24T04:00:00Z Early last year, Judge Corbett found Ms. Atas in contempt of court because she had written to another judge, violating the restrictions placed on her as a vexatious litigant. A Vast Web of Vengeance 2021-01-30T05:00:00Z The UK government has repeatedly accused human rights lawyers of bringing vexatious claims, but the ICC says it is "disingenuous to describe the entire body of claims, involving hundreds of claimants, as baseless or spurious". Court finds UK war crimes but will not take action 2020-12-09T05:00:00Z Writing on Twitter, Mr Grimes described it as a "vexatious charge" that had involved the "unprecedented use of the Public Order Act to regulate speech & debate". David Starkey: Police end investigation into interview with Darren Grimes 2020-10-21T04:00:00Z In one case, it’s also looking into “vexatious clauses” in a contract. Italy investigates Apple, Google, Dropbox over cloud storage 2020-09-07T04:00:00Z It’s hard to judge which issue is more vexatious to solve: immigration policy or health care. DACA, LGBTQ decisions leave some conservatives with Supreme Court buyers' remorse 2020-06-21T04:00:00Z In 2017, Judge David Corbett deemed Ms. Atas a vexatious litigant who was “ungovernable and bent on a campaign of abuse and harassment,” citing her digital assaults on lawyers. A Vast Web of Vengeance 2021-01-30T05:00:00Z Earlier this year the government presented a bill promising to curb historic allegations and tackle what it calls "vexatious claims" against armed forces deployed overseas. Iraq war prosecutions unlikely for UK soldiers 2020-06-01T04:00:00Z "This abusive woman has been exploiting the Israeli courts for six years! Intentionally creating obstacles with endless vexatious arguments that have only lengthened our ongoing trauma!" Rape-accused former principal fit for extradition 2020-05-26T04:00:00Z Mr. Johnson’s office criticized the inquiry, saying in a statement: “We welcome the fact that this politically motivated complaint has been thrown out. Such vexatious claims of impropriety in office were untrue and unfounded.” Boris Johnson Avoids Criminal Inquiry Into His Dealings as London’s Mayor 2020-05-21T04:00:00Z In the world according to Trump, Article II shields him from this vexatious nonsense. Opinion | Will the Supreme Court permit Trump to be above the law? 2020-05-10T04:00:00Z Since the outbreak began, China has proceeded in an “open, transparent, and responsible manner,” and the U.S. government should “dismiss such vexatious litigation,” he said. US virus patients and businesses sue China over outbreak 2020-05-10T04:00:00Z Since the outbreak began, China has proceeded in an “open, transparent, and responsible manner,” and the U.S. government should “dismiss such vexatious litigation,” he said. U.S. coronavirus patients, businesses sue China: ‘We need to right some of these wrongs’ 2020-05-10T04:00:00Z Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer says the bill will tackle what the government calls "vexatious claims". Plan to protect veterans from 'vexatious claims' 2020-03-18T04:00:00Z But the PM also said he would keep his manifesto promise to end "vexatious" prosecutions of former servicemen. Prime minister 'read and signed off Stormont deal' 2020-02-19T05:00:00Z It contains a commitment to bring forward proposals on legacy in 100 days, cutting across what some Conservative MPs believe is the requirement to end so-called "vexatious prosecutions" of NI veterans. Why has Julian Smith been sacked as NI SoS? 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z But the PM said he would keep his manifesto promise to end "vexatious" prosecutions of former servicemen. Johnson reiterates backing for Troubles veterans 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z But the idea remained popular amongst Conservative backbenchers with military connections and in December Boris Johnson was still promising to take measures intended to avoid "vexatious prosecutions". Stormont stalemate, Brexit and election drama 2020-01-01T05:00:00Z "There is nothing vexatious about seeking truth, justice and accountability for those who lost loved ones," said Mr Eastwood. PM's veteran pledge 'may damage political progress' 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z It will bring forward proposals to tackle vexatious claims that undermine our armed forces and will continue to seek better ways of dealing with legacy issues that provide better outcomes for victims and survivors. Queen's speech sets out Boris Johnson's focus on Brexit, the NHS and terrorist sentencing – live news 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z However, during the campaign the Conservatives outlined their proposed changes to the Human Rights Act, which they claim would help to protect UK servicemen from what they call "vexatious legal claims". Jo Swinson BBC phone-in claims fact-checked 2019-12-09T05:00:00Z “One of the ways they do that is through vexatious litigation,” Sun attorney James Pisanelli told Williams on Wednesday. Judge upholds arbitration in Las Vegas newspaper battle 2019-12-05T05:00:00Z He said: "They are not engaged in some frivolous vexatious litigation frolic of their own against the FCO." Harry Dunn's family 'livid' with Raab over costs 2019-11-21T05:00:00Z But a party spokesman told ITV News that “any claims of impropriety in office are untrue and unfounded,” and that these are “vexatious and politically motivated attacks.” Jennifer Arcuri Says Boris Johnson Cast Her Aside Like a ‘One-Night Stand’ 2019-11-17T05:00:00Z In response to the programme, the Conservative Party said it considered the decision to refer Mr Johnson to the police watchdog as "vexatious and politically motivated". Arcuri says PM 'cast me aside like some gremlin' 2019-11-17T05:00:00Z The Conservatives, meanwhile, say they would protect personnel from "vexatious" legal action and ensure veterans are guaranteed an interview for any public sector job they apply for. In a hurry? Here's what you need to know in five minutes 2019-11-11T05:00:00Z The Tories would change the law to protect veterans from "vexatious" legal action, if they win 12 December's general election. Labour and Tories vow to aid forces personnel 2019-11-10T05:00:00Z There were too many to be herded down trails of tears or consigned to faraway exile, and they were useful, if vexatious. Perspective | A history of anti-Hispanic bigotry in the United States 2019-08-09T04:00:00Z He told the Sun the prime minister had "tasked me to end the repeated and vexatious pursuit of veterans" over offences allegedly committed in the line of duty. New office to improve support for veterans 2019-07-29T04:00:00Z “There is nothing so fretting and vexatious, nothing so justly terrible to tyrants,” said Samuel Adams, “. as a free press.” A roundup of recent Michigan newspaper editorials 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z Senator, who was declared a vexatious litigant by a federal judge in 2013, was previously convicted of threatening judges. Man screams death threats at judge in O.C. courtroom, authorities say 2019-05-15T04:00:00Z Some say many of these claims are vexatious, but lead to a complaint-handling fee anyway. Wonga: Where have all the borrowers gone? 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z British soldiers New armed forces chief "will not allow vexatious claims" In a hurry? Here's what you need to know this morning 2018-08-03T04:00:00Z "What is fundamentally wrong though is if they are chased by people who are making vexatious claims. That will not happen on my watch." Forces chief vows to stop soldier 'chasing' 2018-08-02T04:00:00Z They separated in 1963, but Ms. Williams refused to divorce, and she remained a vexatious presence in his life until she died in a car crash in 1968. Philip Roth, Towering Novelist Who Explored Lust, Jewish Life and America, Dies at 85 2018-05-23T04:00:00Z The report recommended that CAOs stay in place to "prevent hopeless or vexatious applications that are not in the interests of the child". Call for 'rights for grandparents' law 2018-05-07T04:00:00Z Lord Carloway, who has previously warned advocates about "protracted or vexatious questioning" of alleged victims, said the cross-examination would be under the careful direction of a judge. Rape victims 'should not attend court' 2018-04-30T04:00:00Z Like Trump, he nurtured political ambitions and became embroiled in vexatious litigation. Trump is teetering – and tweeting – on a high wire with Syria crisis 2018-04-13T04:00:00Z The woman's complaint was "vexatious and malicious" and was an attempt to blackmail him for financial gain, after reading about the previous case, he alleged. GP struck off over naked WhatsApp photos 2018-04-07T04:00:00Z These are already irritants in our everyday life – security guards, elaborate passwords, airport searches and so forth -- but they are likely to become ever more vexatious. Cosmic Thinker Worries about the Ends of Science and Humanity 2018-03-17T04:00:00Z Delrahim’s lead attorney, Rebecca Aragon, and her team call the government’s claims “frivolous, vexatious and unreasonable,” arguing that Delrahim was “without sufficient knowledge.to admit or deny” the allegations. Car wash mogul cited for cheating 700 workers out of wages 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z The afterlife of Emily Dickinson was especially vexatious. Up in smoke: should an author's dying wishes be obeyed? 2018-03-10T05:00:00Z “This new federal lawsuit is the latest in a series of vexatious tactics by Pennsylvania Republican leaders attempting to cling to the unconstitutional 2011 map,” Stanton Jones, a lawyer for the group, said on Thursday. Pennsylvania Republicans file second challenge to new congressional... 2018-02-22T05:00:00Z “It is my aunts who are being driven by malice and greed to make the vexatious, false, and insupportable allegations which form the basis of their probate lawsuit in New Hampshire,” he said. Vermont man insists he didn’t kill mother, grandfather 2018-02-07T05:00:00Z Mr Gormley's lawyers also told MSPs that the complaints against him were "entirely denied", and were "vexatious, opportunistic and are being strenuously defended on his behalf". Minister 'blocked chief constable return' 2018-01-10T05:00:00Z However, the email also raised concerns about "potential threats to the book and the company from possible action by Beijing" - especially the chance of "vexatious defamation action". Academic claims China book 'censored' 2017-11-13T05:00:00Z “While Qualcomm may object to this litigation strategy as duplicative, the Court will not conclude that Apple’s exercise of its rights under foreign laws is vexatious.” Apple lawsuits against Qualcomm can proceed, U.S. judge rules 2017-09-08T04:00:00Z “This new federal lawsuit is the latest in a series of vexatious tactics by Pennsylvania Republican leaders attempting to cling to the unconstitutional 2011 map,” Stanton Jones, a lawyer for the group, said on Thursday. Pennsylvania Republicans file second challenge to new congressional... 2018-02-22T05:00:00Z “There is nothing so fretting and vexatious, nothing so justly terrible to tyrants, and their tools and abettors, as a free press.” Independent Press Is Under Siege as Freedom Rings 2017-07-02T04:00:00Z “When they all the sudden get burdensome requests, I think definitely the requester should share in that cost,” said Nealey, adding that the legislation is “aimed more at vexatious requests.” Bill sets new fees, limits on public records requests in Washington 2017-05-16T04:00:00Z “The defendant has become the criminal version of a vexatious litigant,” L.A. Roman Polanski’s latest court filing slammed by prosecutor as abusive of legal system, taxpayers 2017-04-21T04:00:00Z “While Qualcomm may object to this litigation strategy as duplicative, the Court will not conclude that Apple’s exercise of its rights under foreign laws is vexatious.” Apple lawsuits against Qualcomm can proceed, U.S. judge rules 2017-09-08T04:00:00Z The proposal would allow a state office to declare a person a “vexatious records requester.” Hawaii bill would limit individuals’ public records requests 2017-02-23T05:00:00Z “We think this will reduce vexatious requests while preserving access with an updated fee system.” Cost of accessing public records would rise under new state legislation 2017-01-25T05:00:00Z The potential roles that his daughter Ivanka Trump and her husband, Jared Kushner, may play in the administration are particularly vexatious. Denying Conflict, Trump Family Tries to Resolve Potential Problems 2016-12-24T05:00:00Z "Even if there is a spike in complaints, if those complaints are vexatious or frivolous, they are just not going to get anywhere." The big row over a small Australian statue - BBC News 2016-12-20T05:00:00Z The prime minister told defence chiefs she was determined to stop "vexatious" claims being brought against the armed forces. Prince Harry denies Iraq abuse investigation comments - BBC News 2016-10-17T04:00:00Z He said “applying the ‘vexatious’ label to frequent requesters to those departments would seem politically motivated to silence the news media and community advocates, not protect agency efficiency.” Hawaii bill would limit individuals’ public records requests 2017-02-23T05:00:00Z The government is to unveil a legal measure it says will protect UK troops from "vexatious" legal claims. UK troops to be 'protected from vexatious claims' - ministers - BBC News 2016-10-03T04:00:00Z The PM told defence chiefs she is determined to stop "vexatious" claims being brought against the armed forces. Theresa May: Troops must be protected from legal system abuse - BBC News 2016-09-22T04:00:00Z The Port filed a motion asking that Landry be declared “a vexatious litigant” and barred from further filings, but a judge did not agree. 98-year-old boat steals owner’s heart _ and life savings 2016-08-07T04:00:00Z Psychiatry has always known that there are at least two depressions, one deadly serious, the other a wax ball of vexatious complaints yet not suicidal. Are antidepressants the answer for depression? 2016-06-09T04:00:00Z Common law frowned on these practices, as a Minnesota State Supreme Court decision had it, in order to prevent “officious intermeddlers from stirring up strife and contention by vexatious and speculative litigation.” The Week in Business: Thiel’s Crusade, a Brief T.S.A. Success, and More 2016-05-27T04:00:00Z Sibley’s ability to practice law was suspended for three years in Florida in 2008 for filing “vexatious and meritless” lawsuits against judges and for a child support payment dispute. D.C. Madam's Attorney Says Call Log Bombshell Could Upend 2016 Race 2016-03-28T04:00:00Z Coming from Sibley, a suspended lawyer who the Florida state bar has called a “vexatious litigant,” the suit might appear as nothing more than another quixotic effort to work his will through the judicial system. D.C. madam defender has a new target: Paul Ryan and Mitch McConnell 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z Secularist campaign groups are to be stopped from making "vexatious complaints" against the admissions systems of individual faith schools. Faith school places objections to be limited to local parents - BBC News 2016-01-25T05:00:00Z “This prosecution was vexatious, frivolous, and in bad faith from the very beginning,” Kirk Ogrosky, one of Bajoghli’s attorneys, said in a statement Monday. Northern Va. dermatologist acquitted on charges of insurance fraud 2015-11-30T05:00:00Z Mrs. Clinton’s likening antiabortion Republicans to “terrorist groups” is especially vexatious given her own history. Terrorists and Boxcars 2015-08-31T04:00:00Z The Congress ended vexatious disputes over diplomatic precedence. 10 Things You Didn’t Know About the Congress of Vienna that Influence Us Today 2015-02-04T05:00:00Z Add in a family death, job loss, illness or some other personal loss and they’re downright vexatious. COUNTRY TIMES: Over the Rhine offers ‘Reality Christmas’ music 2014-12-01T05:00:00Z The Welsh government said that under the current system there was nothing to stop people making "vexatious" applications for village greens. Village greens 'threatened' by bill 2014-11-17T05:00:00Z Fulfilling this pledge would be vexatious, to say the least. The melting pot 2014-10-23T04:00:00Z The post made a cheeky final swipe at Mr Thomson's suggestion that Google's dominance was leading to "a less informed, more vexatious level of dialogue in our society". Google hits back at News Corp blog 2014-09-25T04:00:00Z Attorney Damon Martinez a letter Tuesday saying the charges were filed in bad faith and are malicious and “vexatious.” Lawyers: Fed prosecutor has ‘vendetta’ on sheriff 2014-08-20T04:00:00Z She doesn't believe that people willingly pursue "vexatious claims". Priced out of court: why workers can't fight employment tribunals 2014-08-17T04:00:00Z The Welsh government said its Planning Bill would stop "vexatious" bids to register greens intended, it claimed, simply to frustrate development. Village greens 'threatened' by bill 2014-11-17T05:00:00Z Calling the story, originally published on gossip website TMZ “a vexatious lie”, Morrissey threatened legal action and claimed the matter is “in the hands of” Los Angeles police. Morrissey denies claim that he asked bodyguard to 'hurt' fan 2014-07-31T04:00:00Z “All future presidents, no matter how lawful their actions, would be subject to vexatious congressional lawsuits.” Obama Endures a Mock Trial Before the House Rules Committee No doubt it's quite annoying when a citizen challenges your ministerial secrets-shield, but labelling my polite-but-persistent letter writing as "vexatious" seemed harsh. How I lost my free school secrecy court battle 2014-07-15T04:00:00Z Anyone wishing to submit a petition is warned that it will only be considered if it "is not frivolous, vexatious or otherwise does not constitute an abuse of the petitions system". Flogging a lovely horse 2014-06-28T04:00:00Z Stretton’s name is on the state’s list of vexatious litigants, a list of those who generally file frivolous court claims. Nanny refuses to leave California couple’s home 2014-06-27T04:00:00Z “Why would he come out and be a vexatious litigant when he was prepared to die for his country?” Case of needle burger at Hawaii base nears trial 2014-06-02T04:00:00Z Oh, by the way….is it any less socio-politically heretical to find a woman’s “combative management style” more vexatious than a man’s? Abramson Gets The Axe, But It's Sulzberger Who Lost His Head 2014-05-16T04:00:00Z “Not only am I satisfied the proceedings are frivolous but I also believe they are vexatious,” the judge said. An Unhappy Customer Sues Prostitute for Failing to Complete a Sex Session 2014-03-25T08:22:43Z For the most part, nearly every dollar in such ancillary revenues trickles directly to the net income line on a carrier’s balance sheet—a rare feat in the vexatious world of airline finance. Airlines Say 'Happy New Year' With New Fees 2013-12-23T10:56:08Z Costs are only awarded in US cases in seriously egregious cases, to the point that the original case needs to be almost vexatious before they will be awarded. Apple Loses A Trademark Case 2013-12-17T11:41:00Z PM David Cameron said the aim was to avoid "vexatious attempts" to unseat MPs who had done nothing wrong. MP recall plans 'are a stitch-up' 2013-06-05T15:48:56Z It is the tale of a group of vexatious dog owners who repeatedly refuse to clear up after their pets. Chris Huhne was arrogant, dodgy and a twit – but also a good MP, say his voters 2013-02-09T16:59:01Z Not only does the giver get the satisfaction of seeing a vexatious bureaucrat punished, he gets his money back into the bargain. 'Legalisation may stop corruption' 2012-11-07T00:21:33Z The government wants to stop so-called 'vexatious' applications to register greens which, it claims, are being submitted solely to thwart development. Campaigners angry at growth bill 2012-11-05T03:17:14Z This was a major victory for freedom of expression, and will raise the bar to protect us all against future vexatious prosecutions. The Twitter joke trial and the twits who pursued Paul Chambers 2012-07-27T15:03:55Z In this bore, on 26th April, 1888, after many vexatious stoppages, "an abundant supply of overflowing, sparkling, fresh artesian water, excellently adapted for domestic purposes, was tapped at a depth of 1,645 ft." Our First Half-Century: A Review of Queensland Progress Based Upon Official Information 2012-04-22T02:00:09.320Z Repetition is vexatious; notwithstanding which, unification is imperative, and committees must again be called into requisition. The Contemporary Review, Volume 36, October 1879 2012-04-18T02:00:17.060Z Meanwhile the Church was perplexed with another yet more vexatious question. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume II 2012-04-18T02:00:12.957Z They devised vexatious instructions to render my office more difficult. My Mission to London 1912-1914 2012-04-17T02:00:14.497Z His government was stern; he over-rode the privileges of the baronage without regard to precedent; he persisted in keeping large districts under the arbitrary and vexatious jurisdiction of the forest-courts. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" 2012-04-14T02:00:23.707Z But the vexatious "alteration" came, and his plan failed. Rupert Prince Palatine 2012-04-13T02:00:20.660Z In the grassy glades that encircle the snowy pile of Adams no vexatious undergrowth impedes the gallop of our fleet cayuse pony or obscures our vision. The Columbia River Its History, Its Myths, Its Scenery, Its Commerce 2012-04-07T02:00:31.747Z I have know them authorize vexatious regulations which the heart of Verres could not have enforced. Recollections of Windsor Prison; Containing Sketches of its History and Discipline with Appropriate Strictures and Moral and Religious Reflection 2012-04-06T02:00:31.240Z The French inventing all sorts of vexatious delays, the yeomen of the guard at last jostled them out, carting them off in nearly forty coaches. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z They are a very vexatious invention for making people deaf, and preventing them from getting any sleep. Old New Zealand A Tale of the Good Old Times; and A History of the War in the North against the Chief Heke, in the Year 1845 2012-04-05T02:00:37.337Z Evidently the Prince had expressed some indignation at the vexatious interference of incapable persons. Rupert Prince Palatine 2012-04-13T02:00:20.660Z Here he exhausted his funds in procuring necessaries and comforts for his men, even for those who had on the voyage been the ringleaders of vexatious and outrageous mutinies. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z I hope he will find room for repentance, and obtain pardon from his God for his many vexatious acts in relation to the prisoners. Recollections of Windsor Prison; Containing Sketches of its History and Discipline with Appropriate Strictures and Moral and Religious Reflection 2012-04-06T02:00:31.240Z This feigning is of course a very vexatious and regrettable thing. Mysterious Psychic Forces An Account of the Author's Investigations in Psychical Research, Together with Those of Other European Savants 2012-03-28T02:00:29.747Z This is one of the old toll-houses left after the abolition of turnpike trusts, and of the vexatious taxes upon road-travel that only finally disappeared within comparatively recent years. The Portsmouth Road and Its Tributaries To-Day and in Days of Old 2012-03-25T02:00:04.800Z Rupert, however, refused absolutely to return to the fleet, unless he were given a new Commission, freed from all vexatious restrictions. Rupert Prince Palatine 2012-04-13T02:00:20.660Z The vexatious tyranny of the individual despot meets its analogue in the insolent tyranny of the many. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary 2012-03-24T02:00:23.513Z All other communications are subject to the same vexatious rules as the letters are. Recollections of Windsor Prison; Containing Sketches of its History and Discipline with Appropriate Strictures and Moral and Religious Reflection 2012-04-06T02:00:31.240Z Their father, after several months of vexatious investigation, finally had recourse to the traditional theory of ghosts, and, addressing his questions to the wall, demanded some kind of an explanation from the invisible thing therein. Mysterious Psychic Forces An Account of the Author's Investigations in Psychical Research, Together with Those of Other European Savants 2012-03-28T02:00:29.747Z The state of being bedeviled; bewildering confusion; vexatious trouble. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z Warfare was all but ceaseless, robber-bands infested the rivers and highways, and all manner of vexatious conditions were imposed upon trade by the various local authorities. A Source Book of Medi?val History Documents Illustrative of European Life and Institutions from the German Invasions to the Renaissance 2012-03-23T02:00:40.930Z But though we saw fellow-travellers in variant stages of exasperation over vexatious claims, we paid no duty anywhere. The Fortunate Isles Life and Travel in Majorca, Minorca and Iviza 2012-03-21T02:00:34.053Z It is vexatious to see nature lavishing such blessings on slaves. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z This gave rise to many of the vexatious questions that the legation had to solve. Under Four Administrations From Cleveland to Taft 2012-03-16T02:00:21.923Z After two years of vexatious dispute, and fruitless efforts to inveigle him, desperate measures were employed to accomplish the rapacious purposes of the Bombay Government. Sketches of Reforms and Reformers, of Great Britain and Ireland 2012-03-12T03:00:20.310Z In Spain and Italy, religious melancholy, and that most vexatious species of insanity called erotomania, are the more common. Curiosities of Medical Experience 2012-03-09T03:00:20.410Z A feast by dogs and men, and a night's halt on the ice followed, to Dr. Kane, at least, both vexatious and comfortless. North-Pole Voyages 2012-03-01T03:00:27.283Z Arriving at Manila, he received the melancholy intelligence of the death of his grandfather, on the 20th of August, 1572, accelerated much by the vexatious and multifarious duties of his office. An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol I (of 2) Exhibiting their discovery, population, language, government, manners, customs, productions and commerce. 2012-03-01T03:00:24.137Z There were a number of other vexatious questions pending between the vali at Jerusalem and Mr. Gillman, and I deemed it good policy to show my resentment to the vali for his arbitrary methods. Under Four Administrations From Cleveland to Taft 2012-03-16T02:00:21.923Z This is the tender point in this much vexed and most vexatious "Irish Question." Sketches of Reforms and Reformers, of Great Britain and Ireland 2012-03-12T03:00:20.310Z After a few vexatious mistakes and misapprehensions, you will admit the wisdom of these precautionary measures, I have no doubt. The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion or, Familiar Letters to his Nephews 2012-03-01T03:00:22.883Z No section of the body politic proves more vexatious than the intermediate order between the lower and the very lowest division of the middle class. Social Transformations of the Victorian Age A Survey of Court and Country 2012-02-29T03:00:22.540Z Certain services were required of the Indians, beyond the stipulated rents, which were extremely vexatious, and which little accorded with the Christian character. An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol I (of 2) Exhibiting their discovery, population, language, government, manners, customs, productions and commerce. 2012-03-01T03:00:24.137Z The various vexatious instances that I have referred to were stimulated by German officers stationed in the Far East and fostered by the sensational press in both Japan and our own country. Under Four Administrations From Cleveland to Taft 2012-03-16T02:00:21.923Z But Matthias at least taught the sultan to respect the territorial integrity of Hungary, and throughout his reign the Eastern Question, though often vexatious, was never acute. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 8 "Hudson River" to "Hurstmonceaux" 2012-02-24T03:00:27.173Z The merchants feel that in Austria they suffer more vexatious interference than it is in the nature of man to bear quietly. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol IV. No. XX. January, 1852. 2012-02-24T03:00:24.390Z This is vexatious, but there is no help for it. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z After vain and vexatious jugglings with the dry tissues of unchastened ratiocination, simplicity and even ignorance brought their solace. Science and Medieval Thought The Harveian Oration Delivered Before the Royal College of Physicians, October 18, 1900 2012-02-22T03:00:23.620Z When I took office one of the vexatious questions to be settled was the interpretation of Clause IV of the Treaty of 1830. Under Four Administrations From Cleveland to Taft 2012-03-16T02:00:21.923Z The morsel should be his and only his, as he had openly sworn; and would be all the more enjoyable for a little vexatious waiting. The Maid of Honour, Vol. 1 (of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-15T03:00:38.533Z Notwithstanding many vexatious details, the impositions to which the peasantry had to submit left a considerable margin for their material progress. Villainage in England Essays in English Mediaeval History 2012-02-15T03:00:35.553Z Owing to vexatious interference the tragedy had miscarried this time, but surely with deft management a similar condition of mind to that which had led up to it could be brought about again? The Maid of Honour, Volume 2 (of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-15T03:00:34.990Z You are as free to come and go as in America, while the restrictions of the Custom House are far less annoying and vexatious than in the United States. From the Lakes of Killarney to the Golden Horn 2012-02-15T03:00:25.610Z It was stupid and vexatious that just because Isadore loved her, she must be carefully and particularly unfriendly to him. Comrade Yetta 2012-02-15T03:00:24.213Z Some civil servants are calling for the imposition of fees to dissuade "vexatious" and "serial" requesters. Ministry lists 'flaws' in FOI Act 2012-02-14T16:30:48Z It was obvious, therefore, that mademoiselle's impatience was vexatious and ill-advised. The Maid of Honour (Vol. 3 of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-14T03:00:29.027Z There were no vexatious stipulations: so far, well; and the nimble mind of the abb� began straightway to erect new card-castles for the housing of the coveted money bags. The Maid of Honour, Volume 2 (of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-15T03:00:34.990Z As we did not understand German, though familiar with French, we had many ludicrous adventures with coachmen and railway employ�s, which, though sometimes vexatious, gave us a good deal of merriment. From the Lakes of Killarney to the Golden Horn 2012-02-15T03:00:25.610Z Why, I never hurt so much as a buzzing mantis when it tumbled on my head, as the vexatious insects will! The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z The tide of time flowed past me in vexatious dilatoriness; I wanted to see it roll along in a foaming torrent at my feet. Tales From the 'Phantasus', etc. of Ludwig Tieck 2012-02-13T03:00:19.620Z If I thought so, I would put an end to my existence to-morrow—I would; and meet death as a liberator from the vexatious turmoils of life.' The Monctons A Novel: Volume 2 (of 2) 2012-02-11T03:03:50.943Z It was vexatious to have been taken off his guard. The Maid of Honour, Volume 2 (of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-15T03:00:34.990Z His position at court involved him in the queen’s political intrigues, and separated him to a vexatious degree from the studies in which he had hitherto been absorbed. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 9 "Dagupan" to "David" 2012-02-11T03:03:39.807Z It would be vexatious to have to resign a modicum of personal liberty, but the sacking of the castle by a watchful enemy, who knew of its master's sottishness, would be a worse evil. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z Prince Lichnowsky then described how the memorandum, which he had shown to a few political friends, got into wider circulation owing to an indiscretion, and finally expressed lively regret at such an extremely vexatious incident. Current History: A Monthly Magazine of the New York Times, May 1918 Vol. VIII, Part I, No. 2 2012-02-04T03:00:16.443Z Burra-buriaš's entreaty that his messenger might be returned to him quickly points to vexatious delays on former occasions, and probable failure to obtain any justice or redress whatever. The Old Testament In the Light of The Historical Records and Legends of Assyria and Babylonia 2012-02-02T03:04:35.567Z As I told you before, I am quite well; indeed, in better health than I have been for years, but it is very vexatious to be stopped in the manner I have been. The Life of George Borrow 2012-01-26T03:00:14.707Z It is vexatious that the first squadron which France has equipped since 1703 should be shackled with orders only to keep a look out. History of Halifax City 2012-01-26T03:00:13.263Z Although, perhaps only a nominal fine may be imposed, the vexatious delay, loss, and inconvenience of attending at the court, induce the drover to avoid any needless infringements of the Act. Early Days in North Queensland 2012-01-24T03:00:29.987Z Annoying prohibitions and vexatious monopolies drove the planters to sea. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z Your committee believes that the petitioner would be left without any compensation for four years of arduous, harassing, and vexatious services, unless the relief for which he prays be extended to him by Congress. A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information 2012-01-20T03:00:11.607Z A danger which was particularly vexatious was that a British or an American submarine was just about as likely to be attacked by Allied surface craft as the Germans themselves. The Victory At Sea 2012-01-17T03:00:15.547Z So burdensome was the duty and so vexatious were the restrictions that it is a matter for wonder that the industry survived. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 1 "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory" 2012-01-11T03:00:20.463Z I was no sooner got out of this Scrape but I fell into another, not altogether so vexatious indeed, yet very perplexing. The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume III Being the Observations He Made in His Late Travels from Prussia thro' Germany, Italy, France, Flanders, Holland, England, &C. in Letters to His Friend. Discovering Not Only the Present State of the Chief Cities and Towns; but the Characters of the Principal Persons at the Several Courts. 2012-01-08T03:00:19.933Z This was very vexatious to her mistress, who treated her so harshly that the poor child had no comfort of her life. The Freedmen's Book 2012-01-05T03:00:39.763Z The Indians of this lower country, as was to be expected, give considerable trouble, and are most vexatious subjects to deal with. A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information 2012-01-20T03:00:11.607Z McNamar, after much vexatious delay, finally reached his birthplace in New York, finding his father in the decline of years and health. Abraham Lincoln, Volume 1 (of 2) The True Story Of A Great Life 2012-01-05T03:00:35.370Z Every change of quality in the liquid, temperature of the apparatus, or number of burners used causes a vexatious change in the quality of the gas. Scientific American, Vol. XLIII.?No. 1. [New Series.], July 3, 1880 A Weekly Journal Of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, And Manufactures 2012-01-05T03:00:30.823Z Sargasso sea.—Encounter with a merchant-ship in the open ocean.—Hopes disappointed and curiosity excited.—Passage through the Azores channel.—A vexatious calm. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume III (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-04T03:00:31.713Z Our progress now began to be very slow, and the equatorial zones with their vexatious calms, and variable light breezes alternating with violent squalls, became a sore trial for our patience. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z The reason assigned for these vexatious regulations is the extent to which, of late, smuggling has been carried on in the island, and which, in the opinion of the Governor, required these measures of precaution. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume I (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-02T03:00:25.873Z On the other hand his legislation in 1748 for disarming the Highlanders and prohibiting the use of the tartan in their dress was vexatious without being effective. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 8 "Haller, Albrecht" to "Harmonium" 2012-01-02T03:00:22.443Z This was vexatious; but the aspect of the heavens forbade me showing more canvas, greatly as I was tempted to do so. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z It was the most trustworthy instrument on board, and, albeit near the end of the voyage, it was not the less vexatious to have the series of admirable observations made with this instrument suddenly interrupted. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume III (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-04T03:00:31.713Z Taxation was heavy and vexatious; representation in Parliament was notoriously inadequate; and honest men and women were still liable to imprisonment for debt. Liberty In The Nineteenth Century 2011-12-24T03:08:02.240Z I cannot refrain from special protest against a proceeding so incredibly vexatious. The War Upon Religion Being an Account of the Rise and Progress of Anti-christianism in Europe 2011-12-24T03:07:55.507Z Without contesting this view of the case, the home authorities regarded the 4d. charge as a most vexatious impost. The History of the Post Office From Its Establishment Down to 1836 2011-12-19T03:00:45.273Z However vexatious the loss of his physician might be to Darius, this expedition enabled him to prepare for the enterprise in the Greek waters which he had in view. The History of Antiquity Vol. VI. (vol. VI. of VI.) 2011-12-15T03:00:18.317Z Sargasso sea.—Encounter with a merchant-ship in the open ocean.—Hopes disappointed and curiosity excited.—Passage through the Azores channel.—A vexatious calm. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume III (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-04T03:00:31.713Z The subject was undoubtedly vexatious to my friend. The Joy of Captain Ribot 2011-12-15T03:00:16.510Z While every sheet that attacked the Catholics was protected and subsidized, the Catholic newspapers were subjected to vexatious intermeddling and suppression. The War Upon Religion Being an Account of the Rise and Progress of Anti-christianism in Europe 2011-12-24T03:07:55.507Z Such was the mode of procedure Probolē. adopted against persons who had brought malicious, groundless or vexatious accusations, or who had violated the sanctity of certain public festivals. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 5 "Greek Law" to "Ground-Squirrel" 2011-12-05T03:00:51.527Z Even “papa” ceased to be critical and vexatious when he found that his dinner, and his boots, and his fine linen seemed to make their appearance at proper times with no trouble to himself. Frederica and her Guardians The Perils of Orphanhood 2011-12-05T03:00:50.157Z The laws of, more vexatious than those of the customs, 381. An Inquiry Into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations 2011-12-05T03:00:41.403Z I did not fear the evil he could do to me, but this vexatious life was wearisome. Memoirs of Leonora Christina Daughter of Christian IV. of Denmark; Written During Her Imprisonment in the Blue Tower at Copenhagen 1663-1685 2011-11-26T03:00:13.823Z One of the effects of the separation law was that the Holy Father was liberated from the vexatious interference of the French Government in the appointment of Bishops. The War Upon Religion Being an Account of the Rise and Progress of Anti-christianism in Europe 2011-12-24T03:07:55.507Z You can’t understand these vexatious business matters which I must attend to, but I sorely miss Mr. Carruth when they arise and must be met.” Three Little Women A Story for Girls 2011-11-17T03:00:30.707Z Since you left I have had vexatious hours—hours of shadow in which I can do nothing. Beethoven: A Memoir (2nd Ed.) 2011-11-14T03:00:21.027Z It was a rare thing for a traveller to pass through it; the Russian government threw every impediment in the way, and had made the road so vexatious that it was almost broken up. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, 7th ed. Vol. 2 of 2 2011-11-11T03:00:31.270Z The extraordinary rapidity of Brazil's increase in population and territory during the middle of the seventeenth century was largely due to comparative freedom from vexatious restrictions and exactions—commercial and governmental. The South American Republics Part I of II 2011-11-06T02:00:14.827Z Varampi, was made the object of vexatious measures, and all recourse to Rome, even for marriage dispensations was interdicted. The War Upon Religion Being an Account of the Rise and Progress of Anti-christianism in Europe 2011-12-24T03:07:55.507Z In the face of all this vexatious delay, awaiting re-enforcements from Colonel Crawford, General Sheridan did not relax his energy in the least. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z The wait was vexatious, but Jack amused himself with noting the peculiar furnishings of the room, that served for an office. The Motor Girls at Lookout Beach In Quest of the Runaways 2011-11-04T02:00:22.360Z But no thought so vexatious to himself, and so degrading to Adeline, had entered the confiding and discriminating mind of Glenmurray. Adeline Mowbray or, The Mother and Daughter 2011-11-04T02:00:17.120Z I recommend the business afresh to your attention, those worthy men having already met with vexatious delays on this side of the water. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution Volume 7. 2011-11-03T02:00:18.037Z In everything, however, the most scrupulous regard was paid to our wishes, and a disposition was manifested by all to make this rather vexatious proceeding as little annoying as possible. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-11-01T02:00:22.197Z Oh, it was aggravating—vexatious in the extreme! The International Monthly, Vol. II, No. I December 1, 1850 2011-10-29T02:00:14.677Z He had no inclination to work, but was continually recurring to the one vexatious fancy, which represented J�rgen surrounded with wealth and all the prosperity which he had so often wished for himself. The Danes Sketched by Themselves. Vol. II (of 3) A Series of Popular Stories by the Best Danish Authors 2011-10-25T02:00:24.180Z In releasing us from vexatious conditions of a European alliance for the government of Samoa, his course is especially to be commended. A History of the Republican Party 2011-10-14T02:00:29.980Z As a matter of fact, the Tach� Act of 1855, which was suggested partly by the status of Protestant dissentient schools in Lower Canada, had imposed some useless but vexatious restrictions upon Separate School supporters. Egerton Ryerson and Education in Upper Canada 2011-10-14T02:00:23.300Z We had still another vexatious process in passing our luggage through the custom-house. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-11-01T02:00:22.197Z Those vexatious boundaries which make Prussia's geographical position, and her unity, so difficult, which neither natural nor political considerations permit, must be removed--removed for ever. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z We all find these vexatious delays are by no means conducive to sleep. In the Arctic Seas A Narrative of the Discovery of the Fate of Sir John Franklin and his Companions 2011-10-10T02:00:18.377Z Independently of the vexatious trouble which this act of Lord Castlereagh's framing caused the booksellers, it was found materially to injure the spreading of knowledge. Secret History of the Court of England, from the Accession of George the Third to the Death of George the Fourth, Volume II (of 2) Including, Among Other Important Matters, Full Particulars of the Mysterious Death of the Princess Charlotte 2011-10-01T02:00:34.837Z "Was there ever anything so vexatious!" exclaimed Augusta, throwing down her bead-work. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z We were prepared to undergo a vexatious process. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-11-01T02:00:22.197Z The last condition would appear to them quite superfluous; to require such a thing is vexatious, intolerant. The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia with an introduction by Julius Bramont 2011-09-27T02:00:18.213Z If the representations of Miss Piner's fretfulness are displeasing to contemplate, how much more vexatious must it be, when your parents find the same disposition prevail in their own child. Jemima Placid or, The Advantage of Good-Nature 2011-09-25T02:00:16.800Z But, with the exception of the single clause that forbids arbitrary and vexatious imprisonment, it scarcely adds, either in spirit or letter, any thing to the liberties of the people. Secret History of the Court of England, from the Accession of George the Third to the Death of George the Fourth, Volume II (of 2) Including, Among Other Important Matters, Full Particulars of the Mysterious Death of the Princess Charlotte 2011-10-01T02:00:34.837Z How vexatious!" said Selina, in a low voice—"You have brought me no cents. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z "How could you keep your temper through all the vexatious dispute of to-night's debate?" was the question asked of Lord Althorpe by his most intimate friend, after a fierce discussion on the Reform Bill. In Answer to Prayer The Touch of the Unseen 2011-09-23T02:00:24.177Z My Dear,—I learn that the vexatious tittle-tattle that occurred in your salon at Mayence has begun again; make people hold their tongues. Napoleon's Letters to Josephine 2011-09-23T02:00:21.947Z This was a pretty check at the outset, and I do not think anything could have been more vexatious. Palm Tree Island 2011-09-21T02:00:31.730Z The petty, vexatious, and unjustifiable conduct, to which the Emperor Napoleon was afterwards subjected at St. Helena, was equal in meanness to his capture. Secret History of the Court of England, from the Accession of George the Third to the Death of George the Fourth, Volume II (of 2) Including, Among Other Important Matters, Full Particulars of the Mysterious Death of the Princess Charlotte 2011-10-01T02:00:34.837Z These names, however, are misleading, and have hitherto caused the most vexatious confusion, which is even increased when we call the antique poetry plastic as well as classic. The Prose Writings of Heinrich Heine 2011-09-21T02:00:27.670Z It's vexatious, then, that the young girls prefer these roulades to your masterpieces. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z Only in that way can children realise how much nicer it is to be one of them, and to live a life free from the 'don'ts' and vexatious care of their elders. The Rainbow Book Tales of Fun & Fancy 2011-09-18T02:00:22.467Z She was equally, also, unprepared for continual and vexatious delays of payment. The Wanderer (Volume 3 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:28.670Z We saw our work as a civic responsibility, but our legal position was uncertain, and eventually it became clear that we might be vulnerable to claims — civil or criminal, genuine or vexatious. Check your legal position before advising others 2011-09-14T17:20:18.397Z Commerzbank is seeking to dismiss the lawsuit, calling the claims “scandalous” and “vexatious,” according to its defense filed last month. Commerzbank Sued in Singapore by Ex-Dresdner Workers Over Bonus 2011-09-14T02:03:01Z A still more vexatious annoyance existed in the party divisions of the inhabitants—divisions unluckily resting on religious distinctions—the most fierce of all dissensions. Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z It was vexatious that I could not question my companion. In the Russian Ranks A Soldier's Account of the Fighting in Poland 2011-09-11T02:00:08.747Z Socialism would introduce, indeed, the most vexatious and all-encompassing absolutist government ever invented. Contemporary Socialism 2011-09-10T02:00:28.673Z But her thrust was not malignant; nor did she give vexatious vent to her own triumph, which was considerable. Tiny Luttrell 2011-09-07T02:00:16.757Z When, in the absence of the moon, which had set while he was happy with his love, he failed to find all the screws of the vexatious staple, he lost patience. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z And still more to make up for these drawbacks vexatious, Dame Fortune has been on the whole, pretty gracious. A History of the Cries of London Ancient and Modern 2011-08-19T02:00:15.893Z The political powers of the Proprietaries were exercised by a deputy-governor whose position was in the highest degree vexatious and perplexing. Benjamin Franklin; Self-Revealed, Volume II (of 2) A Biographical and Critical Study Based Mainly on his own Writings 2011-08-16T02:00:39.793Z But this would be clearly not equality, but only inequality of a more vicious and vexatious kind. Contemporary Socialism 2011-09-10T02:00:28.673Z Gerald never 309 has any time to go anywhere with me, and it’s just as stupid and vexatious at home as it ever was. Tessa Wadsworth's Discipline A Story of the Development of a Young Girl's Life 2011-08-09T02:00:30.317Z A vexatious delay of some days was experienced there, but at last the good ship spread her sails and stood off down the harbor. The Story of the Toys 2011-08-05T02:00:49.720Z He often found it again with no little difficulty, and sometimes not without a most vexatious delay. Biography of Rev. Hosea Ballou 2011-08-04T02:00:22.900Z After the first few hundred times this becomes very slightly vexatious.• lack of a unified mailbox. Review: Samsung Galaxy S II and HTC Incredible S smartphones 2011-07-29T05:30:00Z The imposts upon our productions are severe and disproportionate, the port-charges onerous, and the incidental exactions unreasonable and vexatious. Rambles by Land and Water or Notes of Travel in Cuba and Mexico 2011-07-29T02:00:23.127Z I declare I was so nervous that I never felt the place to be so vexatious before; and for the least provocation I should have burst out crying. A Fluttered Dovecote 2011-07-29T02:00:21.880Z I am tired out with all these vexatious acts. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z Great cause of complaint was sometimes given by boarding officers, acting on frivolous pretences or in a vexatious manner. The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1 2011-07-27T02:00:32.830Z The stranger handed her the paper, indexing the vexatious problem. Marjorie Dean, High School Junior 2011-07-25T02:00:16.780Z In one way, the feud is amusing; in another, vexatious; because we are lonely here, and the Misses Maxwell cannot well call upon us. The League of the Leopard 2011-07-23T02:00:12.490Z Mr. Rutherford said that his Lordship, on looking into the case, would find that the application now made was a vexatious proceeding to throw obstacles in the way of the plaintiff. Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 1 (of 2) 2011-07-22T02:00:20.507Z Adams and his wife were committed to take their trials at the Sessions—in the wife's case it was purely vexatious, as there was no one bound over to prosecute her. The History Of The Last Trial By Jury For Atheism In England A Fragment of Autobiography Submitted for the Perusal of Her Majesty's Attorney-General and the British Clergy 2011-07-22T02:00:15.747Z My dear Herr von Ottmar," said the prince, holding out his hand to Heinrich, "you came out of the vexatious affair, which unfortunately I could not spare you, like a hero. A Twofold Life 2011-07-21T02:00:21.433Z Staring at the pitifully white, small face against the pillow, she came into a flashing, emotional knowledge of the embittered spirit that had prompted the writing of those vexatious letters. Marjorie Dean, High School Junior 2011-07-25T02:00:16.780Z When Kingston was left behind, it was believed by our leader that, notwithstanding all our vexatious delays, we still had a margin of at least an hour's time. Capturing a Locomotive A History of Secrect Service in the Late War. 2011-07-19T02:00:19.070Z His Majesty the King herewith, by this present royal rescript, withdraws all vexatious edicts hitherto issued, with the exception of his edict of tolerance and that for the freeing of the serfs. The Strange Story of Rab R?by 2011-07-17T02:00:30.943Z Not in law, perhaps: but in raw, real, vexatious life. It's worth remembering: press freedom is a messy business 2011-07-16T23:07:05Z The doctor had found gold in small quantities, and that proved gold to be there, but nothing more, and he rubbed his ear with a vexatious movement. One Maid's Mischief 2011-07-15T02:00:22.283Z One might fill many quires of paper with such instances of tasteless, senseless, vexatious, and most unscholarlike innovation. The Revision Revised 2011-07-15T02:00:18.897Z He therefore spoke to Charles of his present vexatious embarrassments as of all evils that must naturally clear away, requiring only a little temporary good management to render them of very small importance to him. The Vicar of Wrexhill 2011-07-13T02:00:20.177Z However, all this is deucedly annoying and vexatious. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z This vexatious task performed, we found ourselves again at a loss, and again took a false route. A Tour throughout South Wales and Monmouthshire 2011-07-08T02:00:18.387Z But it was something of an extremely vexatious and worrying nature, and likely to cause me no end of unpleasantness.” The Sirdar's Oath A Tale of the North-West Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:25.780Z BC together will often carry us safe through difficulties of the most complicated character, as for instance, through that vexatious passage John xiii. A Plain Introduction to the Criticism of the New Testament, Vol. II. 2011-06-30T02:00:31.117Z Members of the Apostolou family were among the dozens of signatories in that case, dismissed May 18, which also called Home a "vexatious litigant." Giordano's bankruptcy hearing called 'sideshow' 2011-06-28T19:21:00Z With a glad and comforted heart she settled down to attack anew the vexatious problem of her r�le in "The Jade God." Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z What made the thing still more vexatious, was, that many persons had already talked to us about the said prince, and strongly recommended us to go and see him. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z The feeling of the assembly was greatly in favour of avoiding vexatious and expensive measures, which might greatly interfere with the employment of capital in cattle traffic. On the cattle plague: or, Contagious typhus in horned cattle. Its history, origin, description, and treatment 2011-06-24T02:00:18.093Z Having so long prepared myself in silence, these debates were rather pleasant than vexatious to me. Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-22T02:00:23.137Z They have published manifestoes at Madrid, in which, misusing the name of the Philippine natives, they demand vexatious and disgraceful measures against the clergy. The Friars in the Philippines 2011-06-17T02:00:20.100Z The Unondaba chief sent a message in reply, to the effect that he fully approved of his brother’s action, and sympathised in the inconvenience caused by the vexatious restrictions imposed by European government. The White Hecatomb And other Stories 2011-06-15T02:00:22.103Z The petition was declared to be scandalous and vexatious, and the prayer of it refused. Memoirs of Benjamin Franklin; Written by Himself. [Vol. 1 of 2] With His Most Interesting Essays, Letters, and Miscellaneous Writings; Familiar, Moral, Political, Economical, and Philosophical 2011-06-08T02:00:20.907Z But he's made no end of vexatious little rules that we never had before. Gunpowder Treason and Plot And Other Stories for Boys 2011-06-08T02:00:16.797Z “Enough,” he exclaims, in his impatience, “has been said on a subject of so little importance;”1 and it is curious to observe, that the same vexatious exclamation occurred to a French literary antiquary. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z “What did you whisper to that vexatious brute of a pony?” The Corner House Girls on a Tour Where they went, what they saw, and what they found 2011-05-31T02:00:33.267Z He reached it by a dark, dirty, damp staircase, from which, as in all the inhabited houses of the poorer class in St Petersburg, exhaled an effluvia of spirits vexatious to nose and eyes alike. The Mantle and Other Stories 2011-05-29T02:00:07.233Z By the early part of 1917 the officers had arranged a routine for themselves which the vexatious, sometimes maddening, inefficiency and caprice of the Turk did not seriously interfere with. A Prisoner in Turkey 2011-05-28T02:00:23.023Z "Yes; in consideration of that which his Excellency expended in taxes—no small sum!—and what it would cost to carry on vexatious litigation!" The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z Another, less fatal but sufficiently evil and more vexatious, is the injury that is inflicted upon natural and healthful association. A New Atmosphere 2011-05-20T02:00:35.903Z With scrupulous care she attended to his little vexatious wants, his epicurean tastes, his trifling whimsical peculiarities. The International Monthly, Volume 3, No. 3, June, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:14.897Z It is nothing but vexatious stuff that I have still to supply here, and just these creaking tones may topple down again a new avalanche and institute new mischief. Hesperus or Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days Vol. II A Biography 2011-05-14T02:00:08.440Z A most vexatious circumstance had occurred, which prevented my going. White Nights and Other Stories The Novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Volume X 2011-05-07T02:00:35.433Z "And so put down what was deepest in your memory," said Grace, with a vexatious air. Captain Kyd (Vol 1 of 2) or, The Wizard of the Sea 2011-05-06T02:00:10.447Z This poem, though sufficiently vexatious to the human sense at first sight, is worth some care and some admiration. William Blake A Critical Essay 2011-05-04T02:00:18.110Z He was half wild over the pressure of vexatious business, and had just been engaging in a long-distance conversation with a country gentleman at Lenox which had left him in bad temper. The Siege of the Seven Suitors 2011-04-25T02:00:08.730Z “Manifestly abusive, frivolous or vexatious” initiatives are excluded. Direct democracy: Vox populi or hoi polloi? 2011-04-20T11:06:02Z In 1882 began a long drawn-out correspondence on overcharges and illegal exactions by Spanish consuls over vexatious fines for small clerical errors, and over annoying passport regulations. Cuba Past and Present 2011-04-16T02:00:18.193Z He hated litigation and resolved to wait another season before he would take any steps, in order to see if a recurrence of the vexatious stoppage would again take place. The Last Laird of MacNab An Episode in the Settlement of MacNab Township, Upper Canada 2011-04-14T02:00:54.620Z Instead, she prefers a little subterfuge, which is in her mind as she makes rejoinder— "I suppose we must take him along; though it's very vexatious, and for various reasons." Gwen Wynn 2011-04-09T02:00:12.230Z I rejoiced that my business, vexatious enough in many ways, yet afforded me so charming an outing as this. The Siege of the Seven Suitors 2011-04-25T02:00:08.730Z “And pray, sir,” I went on, elated with my success, “who may this vexatious umpire be?” Tales from Blackwood Volume 8 2011-04-09T02:00:09.087Z Having in mind to get beyond the vexatious importunities of his creditors, he filed an application for reappointment in the United States army, which received favorable action. Voices; Birth-Marks; The Man and the Elephant 2011-03-28T02:00:27.040Z This self-invitation to the hospitality of Hollymead House, however vexatious to the daughters of its absent owner, did not at all surprise them. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z "It's very vexatious!" exclaims Mrs. Morgan, in a state of lively perplexity. Gwen Wynn 2011-04-09T02:00:12.230Z It was most vexatious; the three gentlemen, with their servants bearing portmanteaux and dust-coats, the station master and the conductor, all stood on the platform in consultation, while the train patiently waited. 'Gloria Victis!' A Romance 2011-03-26T02:00:13.597Z At this vexatious juncture the prince took an energetic step. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z The affair was protracted and vexatious, as are all party disputes. Voltaire's Romances, Complete in One Volume 2011-03-20T02:00:21.247Z This necessitated her telling her husband herself the whole vexatious story—a feat of daring which it made her head swim to contemplate. The Daughter Pays 2011-03-19T02:00:09.513Z After a long and vexatious suit, the case was decided against him, but he persisted in his refusal, and the distillery was finally abandoned. Vermont A Study of Independence 2011-03-17T02:00:13.130Z Two highly satisfactory messages, brought him shortly afterwards by the telegraph that connected his study at Schneeburg with the business world, did not suffice to drive this vexatious occurrence from his mind. 'Gloria Victis!' A Romance 2011-03-26T02:00:13.597Z “Vexation,” as Adam Smith remarks, “though not strictly speaking expense, is certainly equivalent to the expense at which every man would be willing to redeem himself from it”; and the Roman system was extraordinarily vexatious. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 3 "Fenton, Edward" to "Finistere" 2011-03-14T03:01:00.580Z “It’s precious vexatious, Harry; but take care, or you’ll sling that locket out to sea,” said Pradelle, after they had been walking for about ten minutes. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z Br�enburg, to whom it would be indescribably vexatious to be forced to break off his conversation with this strange, interesting little being, seeks some pretext to prolong his visit. Boris Lensky 2011-03-07T03:00:10.233Z I was the victim of reflections, both varied and vexatious. Lost Lenore The Adventures of a Rolling Stone 2011-03-03T03:00:50.847Z She would have bought Kolia playthings and baby an embroidered dress--she saw the little dress before her--and instead of all that--ah, how vexatious! Asbe?n From the Life of a Virtuoso 2011-02-27T03:00:30.780Z Joseph was sued before a magistrate's court in Painesville, on a vexatious suit. Life of Heber C. Kimball, an Apostle The Father and Founder of the British Mission 2011-02-21T03:00:08.060Z "It is too vexatious to know nothing about it all!" the girl exclaimed. The Eichhofs A Romance 2011-02-19T03:01:37.327Z Describing that attempt as "vexatious" and "unconscionable", the judge said the pair had "misled" their own lawyer in Texas, who in turn misled the Dallas court, about the proceedings in London. Tom Hicks and George Gillett must take 'epic swindle' claim in UK 2011-02-17T20:34:47Z The American Minister, Mr. Letcher, who has been long detained from his post by ill-health will probably soon return to Mexico, when it is hoped that this vexatious and intricate affair may be peaceably arranged. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z A miner, on the other hand, had to settle down in one place and attend to all manner of vexatious details. The Westerners 2011-02-14T03:00:39.347Z Such appeals became, and remained, innumerable and vexatious. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 5 English History 2011-02-12T03:00:32.473Z True I had fared well; but it was vexatious to be thus “chizzled,” and in such a scandalous manner. The Guerilla Chief And other Tales 2011-02-10T03:00:53.627Z Floyd said he found it "difficult to accept" that the pair were not being "vexatious", by making that application in Dallas. Tom Hicks and George Gillett must take 'epic swindle' claim in UK 2011-02-17T20:34:47Z But though Captain McDonnell was aggressive and vexatious, the Northwest Company's people, who had begun the mischief, even in London, were not now passive. On Canada's Frontier Sketches of History, Sport, and Adventure and of the Indians, Missionaries, Fur-traders, and Newer Settlers of Western Canada 2011-02-09T03:00:51.093Z “It’s very vexatious!” exclaims Mrs Morgan, in a state of lively perplexity. Gwen Wynn A Romance of the Wye 2011-02-09T03:00:45.007Z The IoD also suggests that workers should pay a deposit of £500 when taking their employers to industrial tribunals to deter what it describes as "vexatious claims". 'Axe' public sector union rights 2011-02-07T02:52:47Z The whole thing was vexatious and disappointing in the last degree. The Crooked Stick or Pollies's Probation 2011-02-06T03:01:00.547Z The poet proceeds to contrast with his restful country life the vexatious bustle of the city, and the officious attentions which people thrust upon him because of his supposed influence with M�cenas. Studies in the Poetry of Italy, I. Roman 2011-02-06T03:00:58.870Z He argued that the old-fashioned class struggle was being replaced by other, equally vexatious conflicts: for example, between the principles of equality and meritocracy in higher education. Schumpeter: Ahead of the curve 2011-02-03T11:11:23Z Instead, she prefers a little subterfuge, which is in her mind as she makes rejoinder— “I suppose we must take him along; though it’s very vexatious, and for various reasons.” Gwen Wynn A Romance of the Wye 2011-02-09T03:00:45.007Z It is undoubtedly impossible to exercise a strict supervision over the financial institutions; any such measure would soon appear vexatious and would be, moreover, contrary to our spirit of liberty and independence. Readings in Money and Banking Selected and Adapted 2011-02-01T03:00:14.553Z The happy future, when flowers shall bloom around you, supersedes in your thoughts the vexatious present or the mournful past. The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society 2011-02-01T03:00:13.500Z Ministers will also consult on introducing fees for bringing a tribunal claim, saying there were concerns that the current system leads to a large number of unmerited or vexatious claims. Vince Cable set out proposals to reform employment tribunals 2011-01-27T10:05:00Z He now proceeded by a beautiful drive along the water's edge to the gates of Geneva; and here found the usually vexatious delays, respecting passports, &c., peculiarly annoying, from the degrading consciousness of disguise. Dilemmas of Pride, (Vol 3 of 3) 2011-01-26T03:00:26.590Z The non-payment of the salaries due the members of the Government constitutes a confiscation vexatious for them and for the entire country. Self-Determining Haiti Four articles reprinted from The Nation embodying a report of an investigation made for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. 2011-01-22T03:00:17.567Z We reined up, impatient at this vexatious occurrence. The Count of Nideck adapted from the French of Erckmann-Chartrian 2011-01-20T03:00:07.967Z Now, if this was only for the purpose of letting him be seen by him, such a curiosity was not to be gratified; it was a vexatious proceeding, an irregularity. An Examination of the Testimony of the Four Evangelists 2011-01-19T03:00:17.237Z Into the smallest details of our life the Germans had managed to introduce something vexatious. Six Women and the Invasion 2011-01-18T03:00:13.193Z At this time the condition of affairs in the State of Virginia—the "Old Dominion," as it was generally denominated—presented a most perplexing and vexatious problem. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z My father," he said, "you are not ignorant of the fact that your opposition would be useless and purely vexatious. The Children of Alsace Les Oberl?s 2011-01-16T03:00:19.697Z After vexatious delays, the ironclad fleet was ready for action. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z It recalled the others too vividly to his mind, and established between the two houses a kind of vexatious equality. Sentimental Education Vol 1 2011-01-04T03:01:07.467Z Then what an excellent pretext for vexatious measures was this enforced service! Six Women and the Invasion 2011-01-18T03:00:13.193Z This delay was very vexatious, as our little ship was greatly inconvenienced by the number of prisoners we had on board. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z If his plea was disallowed, he was usually fined for vexatious opposition. The Village Notary 2011-01-03T03:00:57.863Z General Grover sent out horses for us, and so we reached the city after many vexatious delays and rough experiences. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z The sight of that finger, however, was vexatious and not calculated to help a poor human being out of a dilemma. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z My husband always calls me Mr. Monkey, your Poisonous Ladyship, or Mrs. Kid, vexatious names, truly, for a woman. Six Women and the Invasion 2011-01-18T03:00:13.193Z Once more upon the waves, he forgot the long delay and the vexatious opposition which he left behind—the fogs of Newfoundland, and the denser fogs of Washington. The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z To this man, with his practical good sense, the vagueness was just the most vexatious part of it. The Hidden Force A Story of Modern Java 2010-12-24T03:00:34.823Z It moves and expands the life even when the mind is busied with matters prosaic and vexatious, even when there is no inward contemplation of the features or character of the absent friend. With God in the World A Series of Papers 2010-12-20T17:12:19.523Z The changes were freely denounced as equally petty and vexatious; they were, moreover, too often inconsistent with the avowed principles of the revisers. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Slice 7 "Bible" to "Bisectrix" 2010-12-20T17:12:05.780Z On the other hand, we can think only with compassion of the everlasting threats hanging over our heads, of the uninterrupted plunder, of the vexatious measures, which left us no rest. Six Women and the Invasion 2011-01-18T03:00:13.193Z But the vexatious delay was over at last, and the stately ship, once more turning to the West, moved ahead with a steady composure, as if no petty trouble could vex her tranquil mind. The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z "We say the proceedings brought in Dallas are abusive, vexatious and oppressive." Battle for Liverpool heads for extra-time in Dallas court 2010-10-15T00:20:00Z We say the proceedings brought in Dallas are abusive, vexatious and oppressive. Court rules against owners in Liverpool fight 2010-10-14T21:14:00Z Commenters often speculate about or deliberately ignore suspected lobbyists intent on posting commercial messages or vexatious, repetitive tirades. In defence of anonymity online | Mariam Cook 2010-03-17T11:30:00Z If the measure passed, the state Office of Information Practices could declare an individual a "vexatious requester" and restrict rights to government records for two years. Hawaii considering law to ignore Obama 'birthers' 2010-03-17T06:49:00Z The majority of cases of prolonged detention were the fault of parents making "vexatious" legal claims and using judicial review to delay deportation, he said. 2010-02-17T05:42:00Z Little by little, however, she began, as was her custom, to make a possible pathway for herself out of the tangle of vexatious care that awaited her. Capricious Caroline We got on very well till we reached Glasgow, after which the journey was both tedious and vexatious. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 7 To meet these expenditures there are a high tariff on imported merchandise, and excise and stamp taxes of a far-reaching and often vexatious character. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 5 "Arculf" to "Armour, Philip" Thriving villages and smiling fields were converted into deer forests, vexatious imposts were laid on the farmers, and the serfs had no interest in the cultivation of the soil. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 1 A to Amide Sometimes, when traveling overland, a broken wheel or axle, or a horse lost or stolen by Indians, caused protracted and vexatious delays. The Settlement of Illinois, 1778-1830 She was put on her mettle in a way that was disagreeable to her, and forced into an amount of submissive supplication to Mr. Tappitt for funds, which was vexatious to her spirit. Rachel Ray He often saved his friends from the vexatious labyrinth of litigation by assuaging the angry elements of passion and leading them to the pure fountain of equal justice. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution Each of these endorsements necessitates something vexatious, personal attendance, photography, stamps, rubber stamps, mysterious signatures and the like, and always the payment of fees. The Salvaging Of Civilisation His whole reign was one series of vexatious treatment; even outrages against them. The New Conspiracy Against the Jesuits Detected and Briefly Exposed with a short account of their institute; and observations on the danger of systems of education independent of religion Even under these circumstances I had to undergo a severe storm from my vexatious noble mother-in-law. Pictures of German Life in the XVIIIth and XIXth Centuries, Vol. I. "I dare say it is very vexatious to papa; but after all perhaps Mr. Rowan may have some right on his side." Rachel Ray The legal proceedings with the agnates about the equality of birth, which still continued, and vexatious quarrels with neighbours, gave him but a gloomy satisfaction. Pictures of German Life in the XVth XVIth and XVIIth Centuries, Vol. II. And confessedly, in point of "logic," there is no such compulsion in the second figure: there is only a timid and vexatious neutrality, a mere "not proven." Creative Intelligence Essays in the Pragmatic Attitude Now, these were the days of vexatious monopolies and irritating restrictions in commerce. Donalblane of Darien Again to my annoyance, as it was vexatious to be thus identified in this out-of-the-way place as one of the celebrities of the hour. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 93. September 17, 1887 But this attendance in parliament of inferior tenants in chief, some of them too poor to have received knighthood, grew insupportably vexatious to themselves, and was not well liked by the king. View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 But neither reproof nor punishment seemed to make any lasting impression on Rosamond Evering; and scarce a day passed that she did not exhibit some vexatious specimen of her besetting sin. Stories for Helen In order to put an end to, or diminish these vexatious losses it was determined to make a terrible example of the prisoners, in the hope that it would have some effect upon their companions. Scenes and Adventures in Affghanistan In surrendering myself and those under my command, I bespeak for the others an immunity from all vexatious detention. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency Surely," said Curtis, as they rose from the table, "being Indian agent is not the grim, vexatious experience I once considered it. The Captain of the Gray-Horse Troop I know not whether we should ascribe to magnanimity or to a politic motive the behaviour of Clement VI. towards Petrarch, who had pursued a course as vexatious as possible to the Holy See. View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 There are vexatious and mortifying regulations, too numerous and minute to be complied with or even remembered, and which put the people in danger of fines or extortion at every turn. To Cuba and Back It is vexatious that our teeth rot when we vitiate the fluid that surrounds them. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. If nothing more vexatious has happened to you in your absence than to me, I am happy. The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing Miss Sara Sampson, Philotas, Emilia Galotti, Nathan the Wise The passage, under canvass, from Panama to California, as at present made, is the most tedious, uncertain, and vexatious that is known to navigators. The Philosophy of the Weather And a Guide to Its Changes That which was only a vexatious delay assumed in his eyes the importance of an irreparable event. The Tremendous Event Why is this policy of vexatious exclusion so persistently followed? Russian Life To-day They were in the country and, with their uniforms, had laid aside many of the vexatious requirements of etiquette. On the Heights A Novel It is all the more vexatious to have the most original and attractive figure thus removed, because it was needless for the due development of the story. Maria Edgeworth "Why is Maythorne's coming so vexatious to you?" she asked; "I mean, more vexatious than usual." Under the Mendips A Tale It was absurd, vexatious, incredible, impossible that so keen a flame should have died down into the white ash of philosophy ... as expressed in her latest poems. Shadows of Flames A Novel It is of no use to tire the conductor and brakemen with repeated questions: they are rarely responsible for the delay, which is more vexatious to them than to us. Lessons on Manners For School and Home Use Nevertheless, it was really vexatious, with such good-will on his part, and such a troop of Indians at command, that there was nothing for us to do. Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. II. When it is understood that the only drive led through one or other of these barriers, it may be imagined how provoking and vexatious such a course of proceeding became. Jack Hinton The Guardsman The church was filling rapidly, and every new arrival roused a fresh train of vexatious memories. Clover and Blue Grass Her seclusion, although it had enabled her to score several points off her rival, had been in other respects wearisome and vexatious. Bye-Ways I don't know what to do," replied poor Browne, "It is sufficiently vexatious. The Red Rat's Daughter The vexatious question was inherited by Garfield, and the hope was general that he would not only make a determined effort, but would succeed in carrying out the principles of real civil service reform. The Greater Republic A History of the United States A still more vexatious and protracted controversy on the same subject arose in 1551. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 1 "Calhoun" to "Camoens" One of my girls writes that she had a vexatious little problem. Harper's Round Table, May 14, 1895 It is unnecessary to detail the vexatious dallying and delay that occurred. A Gallant Grenadier A Tale of the Crimean War It’s so vexatious, too, for papa to turn like that, when Mr Trevor’s one of the nicest, dearest, handsomest fellows you ever saw. Thereby Hangs a Tale Volume One The vexatious question was as to the treatment of the freedmen. The Greater Republic A History of the United States It was very vexatious to Bella that her voice was so masculine. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine The new development of affairs was particularly vexatious to him, in that he had of late detected signs that this time he was not toiling in vain. In the Whirl of the Rising The collection of the revenue was simplified and made less vexatious, each citizen to contribute his just proportion. Paris From the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 2 He took occasion to abolish a variety of vexatious imposts, and the new budget fell less heavily on the Christians than the old. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 1 "Edwardes" to "Ehrenbreitstein" While President Arthur showed slight disposition to change the policy of the administration, he inherited many vexatious matters from his predecessor. The Greater Republic A History of the United States The law had taken possession of his papers, placed seals on everything, and resisted my application to remove them, on the vexatious plea that I was not his wife, and could not administer as such. One Of Them The conversation naturally turned upon the vexatious mischance which had given us so much fatigue and trouble. Travels in Tartary, Thibet, and China During the years 1844-5-6. Volume 1 [of 2] Instances of the vexatious consequences of ignorance in these matters will not unfrequently fall under the notice of a watchful observer. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 58, No. 359, September 1845 To get this money they sold freedom to their slaves, immunity from vexatious feudal rights to their serfs, privileges and charters to their burgesses. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) Those people—they had no right—I regret—” Dolly, vexatious with the “interlopers,” as she considered the party aboard the Water Lily, gave place to a sudden, keen liking for the fragile Elsa. Dorothy on a House Boat But vexatious as all this certainly was, these people were greatly to be pitied. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 95, September 1865 The prints of the opposition insisted that the result was profoundly vexatious, it was a bungled settlement, and the arguments used in favour of it were “wild sentimental rubbish.” The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol 2 of 3) He claimed that I, who had assisted at the vexatious and fruitless labors at Frankfort, should have the nomination. Waldfried A Novel It is raining outside, and inside a flood of vexatious thoughts is streaming over me. Gertrude's Marriage In a few cases, chiefly where the prosecution is vexatious, the court may order the prosecution to pay the expenses of the defence. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 6 "Coucy-le-Château" to "Crocodile" The use of alkalies, soda, or potash, in the water, renders the immediate effects more conspicuous; but unfortunately these substances also make the after-consequences more vexatious. The Dog Now, one fine day, when the worthy Leonidas Argyrocantharides set out from Smyrna on one of his prettiest ships, a vexatious little accident befell him by the way. The Lion of Janina The Last Days of the Janissaries It is very vexatious," said Peregrine, after having played with them some time--"it is very vexatious that the stag and wild boar hunt should be missing. Specimens of German Romance; Vol. II. Master Flea Selected and Translated from Various Authors It was very vexatious, and Jessie was glad when Uncle Andrew dropped in to tea, and to change the current of their thoughts. Sowing and Sewing A Sexagesima Story When the complaint is frivolous or vexatious, the magistrate has the power to fine the complainant. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 6 "Coucy-le-Château" to "Crocodile" I have often witnessed this vexatious display of stanchness, although the owner cheered on the dog in a tone loud enough to alarm birds two fields off. The Dog The defendant in a baseless or vexatious action could not even recover his costs thus indirectly, and the indirect costs given to a plaintiff under the name of damages were often inadequate and uncertain. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" If you would get somewhere, it is necessary to paddle, always exercising due diligence to keep the craft right side up and escape fatal collisions with vexatious rocks and snags. In the Oregon Country Out-Doors in Oregon, Washington, and California Together with some Legendary Lore, and Glimpses of the Modern West in the Making The greatness of his genius, and the nobleness of his character would naturally remove Bossuet far from the petty passions of the vulgar herd of directors, their meanness, jealousy, and vexatious tyranny. Priests, Women, and Families One of the most vexatious of these is the heriot, under which name the lord is entitled to seize the tenant’s best beast or other chattel in the event of the tenant’s death. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 3 "Convention" to "Copyright" Could he not raise his indigo, water his rice-fields, and burn his widow, without any help of ours? particularly as our help takes the shape of taxation and vexatious interference. A Rent In A Cloud The action, though successful, may be in its nature frivolous or vexatious, or it may have been brought in a higher court where a lower court would have been competent to deal with it. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" "Well, and so you have heard of my vexatious affair with the grand council?" asked Albert. The Banished A Swabian Historical Tale. In Three Volumes. Emerging at a bound from the petty annoyances and vexatious cares of his humble position, with all its harassing of debt and poverty, the boy was almost wild with delight at his newly won freedom. The Daltons, Volume II (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life This invasion must have proved peculiarly vexatious and disheartening to the Scottish Borderers. Border Raids and Reivers At home, whereas at first markets had been free and open to any comer, a more and more protective policy set in, traders from other towns being subjected more and more to vexatious restrictions. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 7 "Columbus" to "Condottiere" Let us call a halt to the vexatious and contradictory babble with which Herr Duehring proclaims his wrath against the advance given to science by the theory of Darwin. Landmarks of Scientific Socialism "Anti-Duehring" They could not understand why it was that, on that particular day, thousands of vexatious annoyances should keep continually happening to them. The Serapion Brethren, Vol. I. Though the calms and storms and adverse winds p. 123in these latitudes are vexatious, still, when you reach the trade winds, you are amply repaid for all disappointments and inconveniences. Wanderings in South America This was the plan adopted by the Scotts and Kers, and which, after some vexatious delays, proved entirely successful. Border Raids and Reivers I fancied he was saying in his mind—Was there ever so vexatious a creature as this Francezka? Francezka Alexander looked anxiously at his wife—had she found the journey, then, so vexatious? The Story of Old Fort Loudon So he was very sorrowful, and prayed to God to be delivered from 'the learned men and women, a vexatious class.' Irish Fairy Tales An officer in such a vexatious position is certainly not very much inclined to fetter himself with a wife and child as well. Eyes Like the Sea Of all the various impossibilities which torment and humiliate the painter, none are more vexatious than that of drawing a mountain form. Modern Painters, Volume IV (of V) At first these settlements were annual, but as fresh annual rates were found vexatious, the settlement was made for ten years, on the basis of the average of the preceding ten. Rulers of India: Akbar If there had been one word of either expostulation or argument, he would have blazed and stormed in a fury of passion; but as it was, this broken-hearted submission, though vexatious, was perplexing. The Pearl of Orr's Island A Story of the Coast of Maine It was very vexatious, and he told himself that when an annoyance fades another appears. Mary Magdalen The natural activities of men are sought to be hampered and handicapped in vexatious ways. Concerning Justice Eyre, not knowing of the second will, destroyed the first, in order to cancel the vexatious bequest. Old and New London Volume I "It's a very gentle rap for the devil," said Mr. Villars, who could not but be amused, notwithstanding the strange interruption of his purpose, and Toby's vexatious obstinacy in holding the door. Cudjo's Cave The world is tolerably familiar with the early life of George Stephenson, and with the vexatious obstacles he had to overcome before he could even secure a trial for his invention. Railway Adventures and Anecdotes extending over more than fifty years "Well, it is vexatious," she continued, "though, after all, we cannot expect people to think us perfect; but I did not think it quite fair in you not to tell me." The May Flower, and Miscellaneous Writings Elizabeth, my opinion is, that if you want to avoid vexatious delays, you had better get married to this gentleman here before you present yourself in Scotland at all. Under False Pretences A Novel The Great Fire swept all clear for Wren, who now found a fine field for his genius; but vexatious difficulties embarrassed him at the very outset. Old and New London Volume I There is no probability that any families will desire to expose themselves hereafter to a thing so vexatious and so common on that river. Glimpses of the Past History of the River St. John, A.D. 1604-1784 Religion must be freed from the encumbrance of a vexatious controversy. British Supremacy & Canadian Self-Government, 1839-1854 To uncover these cards and unmask the forces for which they 261 stood was the duty of the cavalry vedettes, whose movements were governed by an elaborate and most vexatious set of rules. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XXII (of 25) Juvenilia and Other Papers At any moment Wildred, who had perhaps gone to rectify some vexatious mistake about a table, might return. The House by the Lock The first experience, however, of this able artist as an etcher was peculiarly unfortunate and vexatious. English Caricaturists and Graphic Humourists of the Nineteenth Century. How they Illustrated and Interpreted their Times. “It would be vexatious,” adds the Marquis, “if they should pass to the English.” Glimpses of the Past History of the River St. John, A.D. 1604-1784 This done, he may fold his hands on his chest and depart this vexatious life in peace. The So-called Human Race All this done, I am afraid that there can be little doubt that the more general climatic investigations will be long and vexatious. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XXII (of 25) Juvenilia and Other Papers This waiting was vexatious as well as tiresome. Boys' Book of Frontier Fighters It was a dull period, wearisome and vexatious enough to men who were boldly prophesying that industrial conditions would create a world-wide solidarity of labor. Violence and the Labor Movement It was vexatious; but in the warm lands every thing grows so quickly; and after the lapse of eight days he observed, to his great joy, that a new shadow came in the sunshine. A Christmas Greeting May 7th.—A scout came in to-day with the vexatious intelligence that a body of hostile cavalry is still in Louisa County. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital On Saturday, the 10th, the chief Tamaseu, a Malietoa man of substance and good character, was arrested on a charge of theft believed to be vexatious, and cast by Martin into the municipal prison. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 17 (of 25) Under a different political system, and when it is freed from the oppressive and vexatious taxation, Porto Rico will certainly become far more productive and prosperous even than it is now. Porto Rico Its History, Products and Possibilities... Alone, and liberated from this vexatious surveillance, we gave free vent to our thoughts. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 2, No. 12, May, 1851. Tryin' on is a change, of course, but liable to temper, and vexatious when the party insists on letting out and no allowance of turn-over. When Ghost Meets Ghost Other columns are on the way—and how they are to be subsisted is a vexatious question. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital All this was vexatious; and to stop the book-jobber and open the market for himself, was a point to be obtained. Calamities and Quarrels of Authors The despairing youth seemed to have no other purpose than to rid his father of his vexatious presence. The Hound of Heaven Kiss Dorothy for me, and don't let her break your spirit with inquisitorial and vexatious supervision of your actions. Records of Later Life It is very vexatious; but with Flory there is, I think, some idea of an idea. The Landleaguers A long and weary month, full of vexatious delays and nerve-racking demands from his creditors, left its mark on Wiley’s face; but in six weeks the mine and mill were running. Shadow Mountain It may be ludicrous and vexatious to devote oneself exclusively and unreservedly to this or that, any observation, any favorite object. Sleep Walking and Moon Walking A Medico-Literary Study Her little dark face was very pale, and she was struggling with a vexatious desire to cry. The Adventure League All this, you see, is still in a state of most vexatious uncertainty, and I can give you no satisfaction about it, having been able to obtain none myself.... Records of Later Life The remedy is more toilsome and vexatious than the injury. New Worlds For Old A Plain Account of Modern Socialism How they came there is an obscure, vexatious question, and rightly or wrongly the man is hated with a great hatred. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 2 (of 25) Stas then began to meditate over this;—how far more difficult and vexatious the journey without Kali would be for them, and how much heavier the work. In Desert and Wilderness But though the fraud is vexatious, yet, as the utmost that a sewing-girl could steal would be of small value, the resort to newspaper exposure seems to be a very harsh mode of obtaining restitution. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 88, February, 1865 I have been for the last two days discharging a most vexatious species of duty—vexatious, to be sure, chiefly from my own fault. Records of Later Life "There's one thing, you vexatious boy," said Judy; "your uncles will give you up." Trading Their samenesses didn't interest him, and their differences were sometimes vexatious. Tante The rainy season began in earnest but it was not one of our long autumn rains during which the heavens are heavy with dark clouds and the tedious, vexatious bad weather lasts for weeks. In Desert and Wilderness |
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