| 单词 | volubly |
| 例句 | But the old man came to the door and said volubly, “There is no end to the money spent in this house!” The Good Earth 1931-03-02T00:00:00Z She answered volubly and eagerly, “And why not, indeed? So have all men who have prospered. It is only the poor man who must needs drink from one cup.” The Good Earth 1931-03-02T00:00:00Z And no one – I mean no one – should listen to someone talk about doing this without volubly objecting. Dating after #metoo: he secretly took off his condom during sex – it's a thing 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z Werner, the officer, is a musician who talks volubly of his dream of international harmony. The Silence of the Sea – review 2013-01-15T17:51:48Z He’s from a lower-middle-class family and makes an unfortunate career choice, and from the start nurses grudging resentment that he increasingly, volubly voices toward Lydia’s wealthier parents. ‘The Cathedral’ Review: A Boy, a Home, a World 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z She volubly recounts the mishaps that plagued Franco Zeffirelli’s monumental staging. Leontyne Price, Legendary Diva, Is a Movie Star at 90 2017-12-22T05:00:00Z Letts lets slip a rare grin; Jones chats volubly, machine guns us with his guitar and generally carries on like a man thoroughly enjoying reliving those BAD old days. The Naked and Famous; Big Audio Dynamite ? review 2011-04-09T23:05:43Z Critics like to be wowed at Cannes, after all, and have volubly complained that there haven’t been many occasions for that. At Cannes Film Festival, Good Sometimes Isn’t Enough 2015-05-22T04:00:00Z In any case what is onstage at the Baryshnikov Arts Center, where the show runs through Feb. 4, does not speak very volubly of recognizable feminist ideas. | 'Young Jean Lee?s ?Untitled Feminist Show': Young Jean Lee?s ?Untitled Feminist Show? ? Review 2012-01-16T23:03:34Z Having been abandoned by her faithless husband, Tonya has become the family’s volubly aggrieved, increasingly impatient main breadwinner. Review: In ‘Insiang,’ a Filipino Woman Suffers in the Slums 2015-10-27T04:00:00Z Two young men were worrying volubly about its suspension and wet road handling. Taxi for Pope Benedict... touring the Vatican's car collection 2013-02-14T10:36:00Z Ask a question, and you’re likely to find yourself in a fast-moving conversation, which will often touch, volubly, on local and national politics. An Art Critic In Africa: Salif Diabagat? and Other Artists Struggle in Africa 2012-04-15T04:10:00Z It’s startling to see Carey, usually volubly chatty, weighing her words so carefully in the confessional and draining them of their typical backspin of askew wit. Review: Mariah's World Tarnishes a Perfect Image 2016-12-05T05:00:00Z This inevitably creates a greater gap between the audience and the play’s volubly disaffected inhabitants, who in the 1986 “Road” were known to directly engage those who dared to gawp at them. How Rupert Murdoch Became the King of England 2017-08-01T04:00:00Z And when Borkman volubly joins in the competition for young Erhart’s support in the third act, the audience with which I saw the show laughed with abandon. | 'John Gabriel Borkman': Ibsen?s Big Chill, With Soul Mates Frozen in Time 2011-01-14T03:01:01Z Barbra Streisand, at a Gala and in Memory “What am I doing here?” a smiling former President Bill Clinton asked the plush, volubly appreciative crowd packed into Avery Fisher Hall on Monday evening. ArtsBeat: Barbra Streisand, at a Gala and in Memory 2013-04-23T18:46:03Z And the crowd, I have to say, was almost as volubly ecstatic as it was when I saw the show with Ms. Midler. When You Switch Up on a (Broadway) Star 2017-07-12T04:00:00Z But theaters aren’t monasteries, and while some movies are better watched in shared, relative quiet, others are better suited to the call-and-response of the volubly engaged audience. In an Era of Streaming, Cinema Is Under Attack 2016-04-29T04:00:00Z According to the Post, the confrontation created a “testy” atmosphere in which audience members “argued volubly”. John Oliver on his clash with Dustin Hoffman: 'The whole thing made me feel sad' 2017-12-27T05:00:00Z The actor’s Brazilian accent frequently strays, volubly and hilariously, into Al Pacino-in-Scarface territory. Pelé: Birth of a Legend continues the soccer star's big screen legacy 2016-05-10T04:00:00Z "Sometimes I am frightened but I'm ready to learn/ About the power of love," she declared, volubly – though made little effort to actually define that power. The Power of Love: a magical hit in which the secular and the spiritual entwine 2012-11-15T20:00:00Z For four years, Mr. Graham, a man who had once called Mr. Trump “a race-baiting, xenophobic bigot,” exemplified the accommodations that so many Republicans made to the precedent-breaking president, only more vividly, volubly and candidly. Tap Dancing With Trump: Lindsey Graham’s Quest for Relevance 2021-08-14T04:00:00Z Emil is the same man who would speak volubly and pleasantly in any of five languages to any reporter to cared to question him before the present Olympic Games began. AP WAS THERE: 1952 Helsinki Games 2020-08-02T04:00:00Z The 49ers play a lot of zone coverage, although Sherman’s interception came in man defense, as he volubly made known afterward. Analysis | What to know from NFL’s divisional playoffs: Davante Adams is a superstar now 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z Trump has actively, volubly pointed his most unhinged followers in his targets’ direction. Florida editorial roundup 2019-10-16T04:00:00Z At his age, Ebert does not speak as volubly or clearly as he did when he first took office on Jan. 1, 1968. He’s sent more killers to death row than any Va. prosecutor. But not this time. 2018-11-03T04:00:00Z Yet somehow we’ve reached a point where people in the medical profession actively, viscerally, volubly hate their computers. Why Doctors Hate Their Computers 2018-11-05T05:00:00Z And after rushing to perfect a nuclear bomb, and celebrating volubly at each successful test, Mr Kim declared that in fact he wanted a “nuclear-free Korean peninsula”. Can the euphoria of the Korean summit last? 2018-04-27T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump has spoken volubly about the nation’s drug problems, yet the list includes the White House’s Office of National Drug Control Policy, which dispenses grants to reduce drug use and drug trafficking. Popular Domestic Programs Face Ax Under First Trump Budget 2017-02-17T05:00:00Z Trump’s political career dates to his questioning volubly and repeatedly whether President Obama is a U.S. national—accusations that recently stretched to his calling the president the “founder” of a terrorist organization. Meet the Men Who Taught Donald Trump How to Bully 2016-10-12T04:00:00Z Western officials have responded to China’s stance by volubly praising Beijing for its willingness to limit future emissions of greenhouse gases while also pursuing quiet diplomacy on the financial issue. As U.S. and Europe Pass the Hat at Climate Talks, China Clings to Developing-Nation Status 2015-12-09T05:00:00Z Corbyn's team say only a minority of MPs protested "volubly" at last night's meeting. Jeremy Corbyn backlash over views on shoot-to-kill - BBC News 2015-11-17T05:00:00Z Last month this column asked, apropos of Hillary Clinton’s email scandal: “How come Bill Clinton hasn’t been defending his wife as volubly as she defended him all those years ago when he was guilty?” The Big Dog Barks 2015-09-28T04:00:00Z Which raises yet another question: How come Bill Clinton hasn’t been defending his wife as volubly as she defended him all those years ago when he was guilty? Party Like It’s 1998 2015-08-18T04:00:00Z Ananda watches the British at play and at work: how they redden in the sunshine and drink outside pubs when the weather warms up; how volubly they conduct politics on television. Nothing Happens. Everything Happens. 2015-04-27T04:00:00Z Workers complained volubly about the long history of safety violations at the Zasyadko mine. Coal Mine Blast in Eastern Ukraine Kills 1, Traps Dozens 2015-03-04T05:00:00Z A short, dark-eyed man with a gym-pumped body, he greeted me volubly when I visited him recently at his office, in the Dell Butcher building at Rice. Graphene: Fast, Strong, Cheap, and Impossible to Use | The New Yorker 2014-12-15T05:00:00Z They drive around in "western" 4x4s and talk volubly on "western" mobile phones. Will Isis still be a threat in a year's time? I doubt it 2014-08-19T04:00:00Z Outside the polling station, set up in a village club, one local man complained volubly over the quality of the ballot box as cows basked in the bright sunshine. Ukraine Regions Hold Sovereignty Vote 2014-05-11T11:07:11Z Mr. Eustis, who talks volubly about the Public’s community mission, was intrigued. Turning Chaos Into Theater, With a Cast of 200 2013-08-30T21:56:03Z There were large numbers of City supporters volubly making the point at Wembley that they do not think so. Roberto Mancini buttonholed for the sack at Manchester City 2013-05-12T17:20:02Z For months, the government has been volubly engaged in what it calls preparations for a "national dialogue on a political solution" for the crisis. No easy answers on Syria crisis 2013-05-08T16:12:38Z As several, most volubly the former Great Britain captain Garry Schofield, have pointed out, it was a strange game for Sky to select for live coverage. Super League Set of Six: time for the RFL to plan ahead 2013-03-26T09:00:02Z It's a subject on which Cheswick, a volubly enthusiastic man at most times anyway, grows so animated that people at other tables start to look up from their laptops. Online passwords: keep it complicated 2012-10-05T16:00:00Z Visitors pleading volubly for an audience with Mursi were occasionally let inside the palace grounds. Egypt's new president faces burden of expectation 2012-07-01T16:26:30Z In fact certain types of morons, usually cunning, often prepossessing and superficially clever, are characterized by good memories and will moralize volubly, although their wills are too weak to inhibit impulses when they face temptation. Being Well-Born An Introduction to Eugenics 2012-05-22T15:16:53.140Z The two pirates conversed volubly in an unknown tongue, then the renegade Englishman turned towards us again. A Lad of Grit A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea in Restoration Times 2012-04-21T02:00:23.363Z Under other circumstances Noel would have laughed at her words, for the huge Jim plainly was in full subjection to the little woman who was talking so volubly. The Young Sharpshooter at Antietam 2012-04-19T02:00:29.860Z Whether the opportunity for expansiveness was rare, or that her especial gift was fluency, never did a little old woman hold forth more volubly. Barrington Volume I (of II) 2012-04-09T02:00:31.357Z Outside, Mrs. Parker was talking too volubly to Claud to hear what he might say. The Tree of Knowledge A Novel 2012-04-05T02:00:35.603Z Toady Lion began volubly, and in his usual shrill piping voice, to make an accusation against certain bad boys who had "hit him," and "hurted him," and "kicked him." The Suprising Adventures of Sir Toady Lion With Those of General Napoleon Smith 2012-04-03T02:00:29.527Z The pikemen came to a halt and looked at us sympathetically, while the sergeant talked volubly. A Lad of Grit A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea in Restoration Times 2012-04-21T02:00:23.363Z They speedily reached the shore and handed double fare to the parchment-faced boatman, who chattered volubly. Bert Wilson, Wireless Operator 2012-03-27T02:00:19.467Z Coming forward volubly, anxiously, she caught Baptiste by the hand and shook it vigorously. The Homesteader A Novel 2012-03-26T02:00:30.703Z "You are Mr. Maitland, are you not?" the first comer began volubly, though loss of breath interfered a little with the symmetry of her sentences. The King's Stratagem and Other Stories 2012-03-22T02:00:40.343Z With this unexpected interest between us, we were soon all chatting away volubly, though, I fear, not always intelligibly. The Fortunate Isles Life and Travel in Majorca, Minorca and Iviza 2012-03-21T02:00:34.053Z If they were not such objects of real wretchedness, it would be laughable to hear the church calendar of saints repeated so volubly. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z Neighbours," the shrew continued volubly, "she be no more my lady than I be. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z She talked volubly: the surprise had excited her. Dorothy and other Italian Stories 2012-03-18T02:00:18.513Z The door opened and three men entered, talking volubly. The Million Dollar Mystery Novelized from the Scenario of F. Lonergan 2012-03-15T02:00:21.153Z The attorney and Carew left the court, the former volubly indignant at the miscarriage of justice, the latter moody and thoughtful. A Desperate Voyage 2012-03-11T03:00:11.030Z One of the nurses was French, and was talking volubly in her own language to the two children who held her by the hands. The Dorrance Domain 2012-03-10T03:00:14.767Z Barney was volubly adjuring the startled natives to be aisy; but they were yelling, running this way and that, tumbling over one another in the darkness. Samba A Story of the Rubber Slaves of the Congo 2012-03-07T03:00:16.567Z Benny protested volubly, shouting and screaming and kicking, trying to resist with all his bodily force, but Bruce did not seem to hear him. Bruce of the Circle A 2012-03-06T03:00:27.120Z It was too early to meet any of his school friends, but crossing a street to take the tracks he was hailed volubly. Ralph of the Roundhouse 2012-03-02T03:00:11.217Z If not actually a chatterbox, she was certainly possessed of the art of talking nonsense very volubly, and making others talk it. Mr. Marx's Secret 2012-03-02T03:00:10.327Z The monkey chattered volubly with excitement, swung itself to a lower branch, then back to its former perch, where it sat for a moment blinking and grinning. With Drake on the Spanish Main 2012-02-20T03:00:17.357Z "Eh, what is it?" the man answered volubly. Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z Two well-known elders of the town are there--Zembei, and Rokubei his friend--the former talking volubly; while a man of middle age, the master of the house, is listening with dubious frown. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z Dizzy followed him up the staircase to Piper's rooms, talking volubly, as was his wont; but Lucius gave him no answer. Peter Binney A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:10.423Z "No, it's not true," she cried, "it's not true!" and so fell to pleading volubly. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z The monkey was now chattering volubly, but still clung to his perch. With Drake on the Spanish Main 2012-02-20T03:00:17.357Z I bowed low, and took another step towards her, whereupon she turned again to her companion and began to speak very volubly, the colour going and coming quickly upon her face. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z But since that worthy man still volubly discoursed on Platonism, and his fair friend openly agreed in this view, there seemed no real ground for distress. The Crux 2012-01-12T03:00:12.630Z The detachment rejoined the platoon, and in view of the spirit in which the main command received these prisoners, they finally laid aside their show of sullen stubbornness and talked volubly. The Code of the Mountains 2012-01-07T03:00:15.050Z His efforts to avoid disaster were now limited to swearing volubly and blowing his horn. A Knight on Wheels 2011-12-24T03:08:07.830Z I hurried to the Colonel for my orders, and found him cursing volubly and with tremendous energy at the infinite confusion the alterations had caused. By Right of Sword 2011-12-22T03:00:24.563Z Onik Dervichian threw off his coat and set to work on the beds himself, smoothing out the sheets with the fat Greek mother, who argued volubly with him the whole time. By Desert Ways to Baghdad 2011-12-18T03:00:22.240Z That morning he talked volubly to both girls on all sorts of subjects. A Woman Perfected 2011-12-02T03:00:24.420Z In his turn the old man started back, scanned Klaas intently from head to foot, and in a thin pipe, jabbered at him almost as volubly. From Veldt Camp Fires 2011-12-01T03:00:21.397Z He cursed volubly as he tramped about, and swore swift and dire vengeance on his enemy, who, exercising also with his hands in his coat pockets, was keeping a steady watch on his movements. Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z All the while one of their number chatters volubly in the Japanese dialect, directing attention to the achievements of the two pendent heroes. From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey 2011-11-26T03:00:12.337Z Several of the city's police had stretched a rope across this street and were volubly and vigorously combating the onrush of the crowd, using their clubs rather freely. The Letters of William James, Vol. II 2011-11-24T03:00:48.427Z At times he stood and shook his fist at the screaming birds that swooped about him, and cursed them volubly. Maid of the Mist 2011-11-21T03:00:11.937Z He went to the White House reception and, when his turn came and his hand was in the huge presidential grasp, he began to talk hastily and volubly, hoping to elicit some response. Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z "What's that, monsieur, you say that everyone always loses with me?" cried the croupier, having first cleared his throat in order to speak more volubly. San-Cravate; or, The Messengers; Little Streams 2011-11-14T03:00:22.247Z As they walked up to the hotel Mrs. Ball ran on volubly about the ill-treatment of animals. The Open Question a tale of two temperaments 2011-10-25T02:00:22.173Z We could see them crowding round her, talking volubly. Life in an Indian Outpost 2011-10-19T02:00:19.943Z Thomas had instructed her so fully and volubly, while she looked at him with her reverent gaze, that it had grown dark; and that was why he had to take her home across lots. Dr. Lavendar's People 2011-10-13T02:00:52.167Z Mrs. Brooks came backing into view, chatting volubly with some one still invisible. A Trooper Galahad 2011-10-12T02:00:53.977Z At some considerable distance away men were talking volubly in an unknown tongue. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z "Baal-Moloch is the most powerful God in the world," the woman said volubly. The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z He broke with the stoic code by talking candidly, and volubly, about the foolishness of driving at 170 m.p.h. with no safety features aside from hay bales. Opinion: Danger?s Still Our Middle Name 2011-10-02T00:18:44Z Diners at a nearby table were volubly taken with their grilled shrimp — particularly with the fragrance added by the rosemary sticks used as skewers. | Englewood: At Levant Grille in Englewood, Turkish-Persian Fare - Review 2011-09-17T02:33:26Z Then to the horror of the girls, they heard Mr. Fabian remonstrate volubly and try to explain his reason for going about the place so stealthily. Polly and Her Friends Abroad 2011-09-18T02:00:29.443Z The speakers were chattering volubly, yet there was no sign of them. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z It occurred to my poor mind," he explained volubly, "that your Highness would be pleased with a slave from this city of rats, which, nevertheless, contains some charming maidens. The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z He quickly switched off the light and swore volubly yet softly. The Secret Toll 2011-09-12T02:00:26.853Z All the adventures he had passed through he recounted, speaking quickly and volubly, the foreigner who spoke his language translating. Wang the Ninth The Story of a Chinese Boy 2011-09-12T02:00:25.620Z The interpreter gesticulated at the Italian, chattering volubly the while. Mortmain 2011-09-09T02:01:10.217Z Women cried, children shrieked, and men swore volubly. Mrs. Bindle Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles 2011-09-08T02:00:22.323Z He heard Lord Manister talking volubly to Ruth; he did not know about what, and he wondered if Manister knew, himself. Tiny Luttrell 2011-09-07T02:00:16.757Z The officer chattered volubly and clung to the arm. The Blue Grass Seminary Girls on the Water Exciting Adventures on a Summer Cruise Through the Panama Canal 2011-09-05T02:00:21.637Z "Your social position," continued Miss Morris volubly, "and the prestige which you as a bachelor of arts have brought home from college, make you a most natural candidate." The Main Chance 2011-08-26T02:00:27.127Z So situated, she was powerless to check Jo, who seemed possessed by a spirit of mischief, and talked away as volubly as the old lady. Little Women or Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy 2011-08-18T02:00:21.810Z The really obscene phone hacks for which the Murdochs had so volubly apologized were done by Glenn Mulcaire. Rupe?s Hacks Dodge Flak 2011-07-25T05:00:00Z Only get laugh at;” and muttering volubly to himself, he crept back to his hammock, and the next minute he was lying fast asleep with his mouth open. Dutch the Diver A Man's Mistake 2011-07-15T02:00:21.010Z Blank amazement overspread every face, and half a dozen voices volubly attempted to explain the situation. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z He had lighted his cigar and was talking volubly. The Main Chance 2011-08-26T02:00:27.127Z Considerable excitement was rife in the fishing village as the party moved off, women and children standing about the doors talking volubly in their rude dialect. Dorrien of Cranston 2011-07-07T02:00:31.540Z Her decks were covered with passengers, mostly of French nationality—light-hearted, chattering, cheerful souls, talking volubly and all at once—talking the harder apparently in inverse ratio to the interest of the topic under consideration. Fordham's Feud 2011-07-05T02:00:31.267Z Later on in the evening, when they were all in the drawing-room, Hester seemed quite excited, and full of forced gaiety, while Lauré was brimming with anecdote, chatting more volubly than ever. Dutch the Diver A Man's Mistake 2011-07-15T02:00:21.010Z He began talking volubly, then drew a hand across his throat, at the same time pointing back over his shoulder; and Wagram stared, then stared again. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z He had been renewing his acquaintance with Nesta about as volubly as time allowed. The Ruby Sword A Romance of Baluchistan 2011-07-05T02:00:28.367Z And thus he ran on, easily and volubly, till he seemed to arrive quite naturally at the praise of law, order, and paternal government by somebody from rather a distance. Dramatic Technique 2011-07-04T02:00:19.763Z She seized them eagerly, and without taking her eyes from them went on volubly asking a great many questions. Guide to the Kindergarten and Intermediate Class and Moral Culture of Infancy. 2011-06-30T02:00:25.950Z “Hello, there, Ridley!” hailed Parks, as they came to where a lithe, undersized man was volubly boasting to an open-mouthed crowd about the superior merits of his machine. Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy 2011-06-13T02:00:31.130Z "My dear, I couldn't help it!" said Ida volubly. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z He received the information with a polite bow, and no more expression than a stone image, but with volubly expressed thanks and eagerness for the introduction. Molly Brown's Post-Graduate Days 2011-05-27T02:00:15.860Z "I've only just come back," he cried volubly after he had joined the group. Brenda's Ward A Sequel to 'Amy in Acadia' 2011-05-20T02:00:37.457Z At dinner the landlord talked volubly of the Afton affair, giving it as his opinion that the Aftons were persons tinged with negro blood, and had been kidnapped into slavery. Hoosier Mosaics 2011-05-20T02:00:35.173Z She spoke volubly, called me "a dear," and laughed and chatted at an amazing rate. Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z The husband, a young mechanic, promised volubly what each knew he would not perform. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z By this time the inner door had been wrenched open, and the three Genoese were holding a debate amongst themselves, gesticulating and talking volubly till it seemed as if a quarrel was likely to ensue. The Winning of the Golden Spurs 2011-05-17T02:00:18.050Z She was visiting an old cousin who, she volubly explained, was too selfish to do anything for her pleasure. At Boarding School with the Tucker Twins 2011-05-04T02:00:13.920Z He talked—not volubly, indeed: for that would have been out of his power, even had he wished it, but he talked—in a succession of short speeches, beginning for the most part with "I." That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 1 2011-04-26T02:00:29.063Z Now that the strain of the situation was removed they all began chattering volubly in order to give countenance to Mildred. Aunt Jane?s Nieces on the Ranch 2011-04-14T02:00:48.280Z When we were near it I stopped, and she began to thank me volubly and with many tears. By Wit of Woman 2011-04-13T02:00:13.247Z A couple of glasses of whisky and soda loosened Bricky's tongue, and he talked volubly. The Second String 2011-04-08T02:00:07.383Z "Don't know what it is," replied the butcher, lifting the glass, and tilting it so as to put the ruddy liquid within reach of the volubly buzzing insects. The Way of the Strong 2011-04-07T02:00:21.387Z The male host speaks volubly, while the four pretty hostesses, gyrating and high-kicking in dresses with plunging necklines, between them utter barely a word. Standing by their man? 2011-04-04T23:45:11Z Mrs. Hunt was talking volubly, but who was she addressing? Unlucky A Fragment of a Girl's Life 2011-03-24T02:00:14.360Z Sanders swore volubly for five minutes; then he went off to interview the chief of the village. Sanders of the River 2011-03-12T03:00:26.427Z It was a very different cause, as we soon knew, for the brute of a major burst into our compartment flourishing a telegram and cursing me volubly. The Man Without a Memory 2011-03-09T03:00:45.963Z Gramps was always volubly critical and often openly scornful of the books Bud brought home for him, but he read them all. The Black Fawn 2011-03-07T03:00:09.513Z Isn’t it shocking?” exclaimed Miss Pavey, more volubly now the murder was out. The Vicar's People 2011-02-25T03:01:16.160Z "Me from Danmark sheep," volubly asserted one man as he was being led below. Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War 2011-02-24T03:01:02.917Z She was quite unabashed to be found thus in deshabille, and talked volubly the while she twisted up her hair and buttoned her "body." The Setons 2011-02-10T03:00:48.400Z Adolf was now seated at the end of a bench, rolling a cigarette, while he chattered volubly in Canadian French to his companions. Sergeant Silk the Prairie Scout 2011-02-07T03:00:22.570Z It is doubtful however if citizen Robespierre did on that occasion curse quite so volubly as Carrier did now. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z “You are Mr Lee, our new clergyman,” she continued volubly, “and—” “Indeed I am not!” said Geoffrey, laughing, and glancing at the younger lady, who blushed, and gave her head a conscious toss. The Vicar's People 2011-02-25T03:01:16.160Z “But, señor!” was volubly protesting the legislator, with excitement. The Mesa Trail 2011-01-27T03:00:37.207Z Sheila appeared, bubbling with triumph, and volubly eager to recount her experiences. The Professor's Mystery 2011-01-18T03:00:11.317Z The young man swore again,—fluently, volubly,—swore until he had come to the end of a varied and extensive vocabulary. The Golden Web 2011-01-15T03:00:38.007Z She talked very volubly and with a slight North-country brogue which no doubt made it a little difficult for the stranger to catch her every word. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z The words rushed forth so volubly, so hurriedly, that her utterance was impeded. The Woman of Mystery 2011-01-15T03:00:36.260Z I began to talk to her volubly, vehemently, crying passionately all the time. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z "Well, there'll be no need, Mr. Crosby, unless ye were to come to Stamford yourself anyway," and she began to inquire volubly after the health of the family. The Professor's Mystery 2011-01-18T03:00:11.317Z What they really want, as was made volubly clear during this convincing stroll for Liverpool, is the dismissal of Avram Grant as manager. Liverpool 3-0 West Ham 2010-11-20T19:40:00Z Martin-Roget was talking volubly and excitedly, his tall, broad figure towering above the slender form of his companion. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z The prince of the blood to whom they were addressed could swear volubly too, and his oaths we may feel assured were neither masculine nor tender. A Cursory History of Swearing They appeared to be in close conversation; Mr. Marston seemed to talk volubly and carelessly, and cut the heads of the weeds with his cane as he sauntered by her side. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z The whisper grew more volubly urgent, while her replies hesitated. The Professor's Mystery 2011-01-18T03:00:11.317Z The serjeant had thrown by his precision, and was talking volubly. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 He talked loudly and volubly—his inordinate terror causing the words to come tumbling, almost incoherently, out of his mouth. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z And yet even Socrates is understood to have sworn deeply and volubly. A Cursory History of Swearing The trussed man in the corner swore volubly. The Trail of Conflict Not at all; he called the waiter with a flourish, threw down more than enough money and told him to keep the change, regretting volubly that we could not partake further of his hospitality. The Ship Dwellers A Story of a Happy Cruise Several hares were seen and a kestrel, while Chator disposed very volubly of the claims of several Anglican clergymen to Catholicism. Sinister Street, vol. 1 The centre—I must add the admired centre—of a devoted family circle, he discourses at his dinner-table of the serious events of the day, volubly, picturesquely, and with conviction. McClure's Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 2, July, 1893 He followed the children into the dining-room, which was well filled with boarders, some eating, some waiting to be served, and all chatting volubly. The Cottage of Delight A Novel She accepted it gratefully and drank copiously; and immediately her mouth opened so that she spake volubly. The Book of Gud Cecilie was protesting volubly, now in fair English, now in liquid French, that she knew absolutely nothing of the articles. The Social Gangster She volubly repeated her former lover's heated language to herself, and described the bloodthirsty threats he had used about his successful rival. A Traitor's Wooing Together they rescued the scattered books and papers, while on the steps discussion broke out stormily; Otto was being "called down" by the older boys and volubly defended by the youngsters. The Crimson Sweater Therefore he went on to entreat volubly, “Forgive, I pray thee, my sin only this once, and intreat Jehovah your God that He may take away from me this death only.” The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Exodus The oath he uttered and the excuses which I volubly poured forth could not have reached Mr. Gryce's ears, for he did not return. Lost Man's Lane A Second Episode in the Life of Amelia Butterworth It was only when she spoke of persons that Walpurga could talk volubly and continuously. On the Heights A Novel She broke out on me volubly about Jenny's indisposition. The Great Miss Driver As he talked eagerly, volubly, he kept sipping champagne from the glass that Gaynor had filled just before leaving the room. Shadows of Flames A Novel Richetti, a few paces away, was talking volubly with men, who were probably of the Press. A Top-Floor Idyl Yes, a foreigner," continued Lucas volubly, "though it all has remained very mysterious. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel The fallen leaves rustled incessantly, and the squirrels, not at all deceived by this pretence of summer, went busily on with their preparations for what was coming, chattering volubly the while. Thirty Somebody fetched him a stool, and he sat down outside the gate with his back against the wall, whilst the women sympathised volubly, arms akimbo. Windyridge To his acquaintances he varied as the mood directed, often saying practically nothing for hours, and at other times discoursing volubly. The Orphan So the girls left the two Norwegians desolate and volubly unintelligible. Carnival Savarin talking broken English, or more volubly French. The Red City A Novel of the Second Administration of President Washington Lady Belcher was talking volubly to an acquaintance on the subject of the shortcomings of her friends, and was much bored by the interruption. What a Man Wills The while, in many a group, recent events were being volubly discussed. Haviland's Chum He talked volubly until the agent profanely sent him on his journey, and he tore through the streets of the town in the same old way. The Orphan Pukele the while was discoursing volubly with the other Police rebels, fanning a heated discussion and egging them on to drink. John Ames, Native Commissioner A Romance of the Matabele Rising But alas! while one carried out this programme to the letter, his fellow, the “store-clothes” one, persisted in jogging alongside of Roden discoursing volubly, of which discourse Roden understood about three words in twenty. A Veldt Official A Novel of Circumstance Then he turned to General Joubert, and the two conversed volubly for a few minutes, the president hammering on the table with his hand in the most emphatic manner, and evidently laying down the law. With Rifle and Bayonet A Story of the Boer War She had descanted volubly on all her favourite topics; had bantered, and argued, and pretended to disagree for the sake of arguing again. The White Hand and the Black A Story of the Natal Rising The captive was apparently a Spaniard, as he protested volubly in that language—of which Kenyon had a smattering—against the gratuitous outrage committed upon his unoffending person. Zero the Slaver A Romance of Equatorial Africa Then the small man began to address her volubly in Sindabele, but to each of his remarks or questions Nidia could only shake her head. John Ames, Native Commissioner A Romance of the Matabele Rising However, he began volubly to explain how he had been insulted when he came in, and how the constable had been ordered to eject him. A Veldt Official A Novel of Circumstance The savage carefully posted his companion, and then pointing to a bend in the valley, about forty paces distant, uttered some sentences volubly, and going away buried himself in a neighbouring thicket. The Ruined Cities of Zululand This pestilent savage was squatting on his haunches, holding forth volubly, emphasising his points with a flourish of his kerrie in the air, or bringing it down with a whack on the ground. A Veldt Vendetta He was talking more loudly and volubly than was his wont, and he took almost ostentatiously quantities of food on his plate, which it was quite obvious he never meant to eat. The Heart of a Woman And hailing two of the native hands, he spoke to them volubly in the Zulu language, with the result that our friends’ luggage was loaded up there and then upon the vehicle. The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley Already they were blowing the torches into flame, chattering volubly in their destructive glee, as they told each other what a brave blaze this building was going to make. A Veldt Official A Novel of Circumstance The Matabele chief spoke volubly, frequently using the word “Tati,” and then pointing to the river which was running near them, calling it sometimes the Sabe, sometimes the Ouro. The Ruined Cities of Zululand The latter was talking volubly in his own tongue, whose rolling bass seemed to convey a ferocity which even to my inexperienced ear was unmistakable. A Veldt Vendetta The other was that of a native, and was volubly expostulative—in its own tongue. A Frontier Mystery But the natives began by calling off the dogs, which was reassuring; yet they seemed to be barring his way, while talking to him volubly. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion For a little while they stood staring at the smoking, glowing embers, chattering volubly. A Veldt Official A Novel of Circumstance At length one of their number, touching a large piece of canvas, which had been thrown on one side after fashioning the small tent, spoke volubly, often pointing to the mountain. The Ruined Cities of Zululand They went back to where they had been sitting before, Fred chattering volubly. The Triumph of Hilary Blachland He had nimbly skipped out of harm’s way and was volubly pouring forth abuse and threats of vengeance. A Frontier Mystery Him Harry Stride began volubly questioning, or rather trying to, for Harry Stride’s Zulu was defective. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion Her eyes had met Hildegarde's for one second; the next, she had turned her back squarely, and was chattering volubly in the ear of her neighbour. Hildegarde's Harvest Of course, Louise looked in at the door and muttered something volubly. The New Warden All this King Mark volubly promised and swore to abide by, though a false heart underlay his fair words. Historic Tales, Vol 14 (of 15) The Romance of Reality They scattered to their tents, chattering volubly, and the mess-call found them still speculating and asking questions of one another. Under Boy Scout Colors Pandulu talked volubly about the coming rising, but the other two, beyond putting a question or so here and there, said not much. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion When he landed, he was at first volubly happy. Christine A Fife Fisher Girl “You see,” he went on more volubly, “I was, to some extent, connected with the death of Santacilla, an officer of the regiment of Isabel, and they may still be looking for information about that.” The Bright Shawl Shorty swore volubly, and for once the Deacon did not check him, but was sinfully conscious in his heart of approving the profanity. Si Klegg, Book 5 (of 6) The Deacon's Adventures At Chattanooga In Caring For The Boys I heard her exclaim, under her breath, then she went over something on her fingers to the elderly lady, who laughed and started in to talk volubly. My Brave and Gallant Gentleman A Romance of British Columbia He explained volubly, and was rewarded with a franc. The Silent Barrier When Bill Watson saw the inspector's instructions he cursed volubly behind his ledger and exclaimed: "That settles it; me for a move, too." A Canadian Bankclerk She always protested volubly at being left behind, but that was more a matter of principle than anything else. The Egyptian Cat Mystery Lady Swindon's afternoon entertainment had been a great success, and every one was telling her so, more or less volubly. A Monk of Cruta He began talking volubly on other subjects, telling stories, and singing songs, and pressing Moses to drink. The Pearl of Orr's Island A Story of the Coast of Maine Upon which Hollis slipped out of the door and returned down the street to the sheriff’s office, peering within Watkins still sat at the table and in a chair near him lounged Allen, talking volubly. The Coming of the Law George cursed volubly, and expended much valuable tobacco juice. The Brassbounder A Tale of the Sea A light irradiated his face, and he swore volubly. Cynthia's Chauffeur They walked up and down the room, she talking volubly, and he answering yes and no, till at length, as if by accident, he drew her into the balcony which overhung the garden. The May Flower, and Miscellaneous Writings The boy became volubly friendly and bubbling over with unexpected humour and high spirits. The Squire's Daughter Being the First Book in the Chronicles of the Clintons As Wildred went volubly on with his apologies and explanations, I did not take my eyes from his face. The House by the Lock The two Frenchmen talked volubly with a wealth of gesticulation, while the Germans maintained their characteristic glumness. "And they thought we wouldn't fight" Certainly he talked much more volubly and continuously than appeared at first to be his way. The Galaxy, Volume 23, No. 2, February, 1877 He hurried away, leaving Mrs. Ilkington still volubly dilating on that indignity that had been put upon her: Alison listening with an air of infinite detachment. The Bandbox "Now, Joan and Nancy, do not linger but get ready for your lessons at a quarter to ten punctually," Miss Bird broke forth volubly. The Squire's Daughter Being the First Book in the Chronicles of the Clintons The men cursed volubly as they worked over the animal and readjusted the wet pack, which had slipped to one side. Mystery Ranch Evidently she must have liked the appearance of the three frank-looking American boys, for she quickly commenced to talk volubly, all the while shrugging her shoulders, and emphasizing her words with gestures and face expressions. The Big Five Motorcycle Boys on the Battle Line Or, With the Allies in France I am the fool," Mr. Heron went on volubly—"the blockhead, the idiot, that thought England had principles, and honor, and a policy, and all the rest of it! The Galaxy, Volume 23, No. 2, February, 1877 Archie kicked over a chair or two and expressed himself volubly, now that it was safe, upon the priggishness and meanness of such folks as Mr. Solomon Smith. Clark's Field She was an observant woman and was accustomed to keep silence on many subjects, except when she was asked to speak, and then she spoke volubly. The Squire's Daughter Being the First Book in the Chronicles of the Clintons However, since no one turned him out, and Anna Sergyevna even presented him to her aunt and her sister, he soon recovered himself and began to chatter volubly. Fathers and Children Chicken Little sputtered volubly to the dogs but the stream flowed placidly on. Chicken Little Jane on the Big John The proprietor must talk over the races with Hardy, and he did, so volubly that Hardy could scarcely understand him. A Danish Parsonage The reporter, who had appraised the pair more expeditiously than the inspector had their goods, hypocritically drew them out, asking their opinion of America and Americans, which Archie set forth volubly. Clark's Field Spry young men smoked cigarettes and talked volubly, garbed in the worst of civilization and the most useless of savagery. The Rustler of Wind River She was talking volubly about some imaginary adventure as they started down the terrace stairs towards a line of aircabs, playing her part, high-piled golden hairdo bobbing about. The Other Likeness He volubly descanted on the frequent loss of life at level crossings and proceeded to show his devices for lessening such dangers. The Day of Sir John Macdonald A Chronicle of the First Prime Minister of the Dominion Can you forget how, sitting on your knees, She used to prattle volubly, and raise Her tiny feet to win your wondering praise? Life and Literature Over two thousand extracts from ancient and modern writers, and classified in alphabetical order Little Sister and Sam were capable in emotional crises of sympathy or hatred to express themselves volubly. The Cup of Fury A Novel of Cities and Shipyards Mrs. Papineau volubly explained the guest’s presence and he greeted her kindly. The Peace of Roaring River She seated herself in a comfortable rocking chair near the window and chatted volubly. Daddy's Girl Dinner was served in the open, during which the Alcalde chattered volubly. Carmen Ariza Machine-gun parties were there ready for anything that might turn up; in the far corner a group of Frenchmen were chattering volubly to a knot of our men. How I Filmed the War A Record of the Extraordinary Experiences of the Man Who Filmed the Great Somme Battles, etc. Poor Pocket told it very volubly and ill; he would not confine himself to simple facts. The Camera Fiend “This gentleman, Mr. Weir, was fired on, sheriff,” Martinez burst out volubly. In the Shadow of the Hills Then turning to her daughter she spoke volubly in her own tongue, and waved her hand imperiously toward the men. The Eye of Dread In the lofty fronds of venerable palms and cedars noisy macaws gossiped and squabbled, and excited monkeys discussed the passing boat and commented volubly on its character. Carmen Ariza A short bantam-like British Tommy was cursing and swearing volubly at a burly German sitting on the ground rubbing his head and groaning like a bull. How I Filmed the War A Record of the Extraordinary Experiences of the Man Who Filmed the Great Somme Battles, etc. "Well, that was a lively little tilt while it lasted," remarked Merritt as, the entertainment being over, the crowds again commenced sauntering back and forth, with everybody talking volubly about the spectacle in the heavens. The Boy Scouts on Belgian Battlefields As for Dabney, it would hardly be fair to leave him standing there any longer, with his two strings of fish in his hands, while Ford Foster volubly narrated the stirring events of the day. St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. V, August, 1878, No 10. Scribner's Illustrated But this scheme fell through because both men sought the opportunity and Mrs. Farrel objected volubly. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, October, 1930 Don Jorge was everywhere, and none could talk so volubly nor gesticulate and expectorate so vehemently as he. Carmen Ariza Margaret could not tell, but it was something to which the girl was volubly replying. The Paliser case She thanked them volubly in Flemish, which they did not understand. The Boy Scouts on Belgian Battlefields One of their own men was in one of them––Smuts, the blacksmith, cursing loudly and volubly as they entered. The Plunderer He was swearing more volubly than ever to cover his other deficiencies; but he was a man to be feared only when he had his weapon under his hand. The Duke Of Chimney Butte Held briefly but volubly at bay was a red-thatched, buck-toothed individual—and I do mean individual!—with a face like the map of Eire, who stopped wrestling as he saw us, and grinned delightedly. Lighter Than You Think Miss Jenrys was approaching, on the opposite side, in the shadow of the Dakota Building, and with her, walking slowly and talking volubly, was the little brunette. Against Odds A Detective Story The servant of the “Gov’mint” nodded his comprehension––he nodded it volubly, with deep bows that would have done credit to a dancing master, lest his comprehensions seem in the least bit veiled with doubt. Once to Every Man Jim talked volubly and he talked often, for despite his nationality and its proverbial proneness to caution, he was bubbling with enthusiasm over the new plan for progress which he had conceived. The Spoilers of the Valley The two girls were lingering now about the grass arena, talking volubly, whispering, giggling. Olive in Italy Williams was a handsome fellow, and many girls would have been glad to answer his questions volubly. A Forest Hearth: A Romance of Indiana in the Thirties She was talking volubly, in the low, quiet manner that I knew, and if she saw me in passing she disguised the fact skilfully. Against Odds A Detective Story For it had proved to be anything but the admirably simple thing it had seemed to the old man when he had volubly acquiesced to the plan. Once to Every Man McGregor had made a miscalculation and he appeared slightly crestfallen as he turned from Phil and talked volubly to his comrades. The Spoilers of the Valley But Mr. Gladstone, who had a habit, which he developed in later years, of chatting volubly to his neighbour during any interruption of this kind in which he was concerned, made no sign. The Confessions of a Caricaturist, Vol. 1 I went right along with the boy, and he talked so volubly that I didn’t notice we had gotten into the wrong elevator––the express––until its first stop, seven floors above Mr. Ferrand’s. The Crevice The barman returned the compliment, and Bill, having four pints of beer inside him, began to talk volubly on his strong point—thoroughbreds. Australia Revenged He rapped out something in unpleasant gutturals, and the tall Lakonian replied volubly. Priestess of the Flame Women were crying and fainting, men were gesticulating and talking volubly, but nothing was being done to rescue the poor fellows from the poisonous sewer. Noble Deeds of the World's Heroines A tall boy in a sealskin cap—my Sigmund—who had been hanging on his father’s arm, and whose eyes welcomed me more volubly than his tongue, which was never given to excessive wagging. The First Violin A Novel Ruth was quite as delighted, if she was not so volubly enthusiastic as Helen. Ruth Fielding at Briarwood Hall or Solving the Campus Mystery To see this eccentric Milesian settling himself for the night is invariably a mirthful spectacle, and, it may be added, that, no one of us is more volubly humorous and laughter-loving than O'Gaygun himself. Brighter Britain! (Volume 1 of 2) or Settler and Maori in Northern New Zealand Her pleasure was undisguised, however, and as we rode down the valley she chattered volubly between the business of driving in half a dozen horses and a herd of sheep. Across Mongolian Plains A Naturalist's Account of China's 'Great Northwest' As she neared Mrs. Munn's house, Davy and Tim were sitting on the sidewalk before the gate, talking so volubly that they did not notice her approach. Treasure Valley The cobbler's wife ran in and helped to put her back between the sheets, and described volubly her obstinacy in leaving her bed. Ghetto Comedies A little boy who was too near the line is caught away by his agitated mother, who pours out over him a babble of words, and the child, laughing roguishly, answers her as volubly. Round the Wonderful World Again the robbers laughed, as the clerk began explaining very volubly to them that they were welcome to all that Mother Church could on this occasion offer. Robin Hood His name, he volubly explained, was Parsons; he was officiating clerk of the parish; likewise master in the charity school nearby. Historic Ghosts and Ghost Hunters Archie did not seem to notice her silence: he rattled on volubly. Not Like Other Girls From a safe hiding-place behind an old building in an alley they caught a glimpse of their pursuers as they turned back to the boats, talking volubly and gesticulating like windmills. The Italian Twins His companion does not leave him at the door, but walks out into the air with him without his hat, speaking to him volubly and earnestly, always in German. Somehow Good The cord left the Scotchman's hand like a flash of lightning, and next moment Bombazo, who at the time was smiling and talking most volubly, was fairly noosed. Our Home in the Silver West A Story of Struggle and Adventure That night the week-end guests at Quality House sat over their coffee, volubly commenting on the rare excellence of their dinner and the good fortune of their hostess in her possession of such a cook. Seven Miles to Arden They huddled around Gabrielle and her escort, laughing and chattering volubly. The Duke's Motto A Melodrama Horace, finding his audience inattentive, moved away, chatting volubly to all his old friends, and the next moment Jean came crushing her way through the crowd to Elizabeth's side, her eyes shining with excitement. 'Lizbeth of the Dale Once more they advanced, chatting volubly, and with faces supposed to be wholly free from anxiety. Anderson Crow, Detective Its modern history is interwoven with the great mutiny, and our local guide wearied us by expatiating volubly upon the subject. Due West or Round the World in Ten Months Mildred was walking fast and talking volubly about the Examination and everything else. The Invader A Novel The driver was thrown on to the top of them and rolled off into the hedge, cursing volubly. The Master Mummer Senator Hall had thought long on what he should say when solicited by the Honorable William, and he had his bluster volubly perfect. A Man of Two Countries The American was talking away volubly, and every word of the conversation came plainly to the ears of the two lads. Hunting the Skipper The Cruise of the "Seafowl" Sloop You see that the current of agreeable and, so to speak, faultless language is running, and might run volubly for any period of life that might be allotted to her. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 2 To the Close of the 19th Century He next motioned toward the canoes, talking volubly all the while, though his language was unintelligible to anyone except the captain of the Tintoretto, who picked out a word here and there. Ainslee's, Vol. 15, No. 5, June 1905 He went on volubly: "A fair day, as I have said, but I should prefer a leaden sky and the fighting-deck of the Black Swan, with the oars ripping through the yeast of a north-wester." The Doomsman He was swearing volubly over the trick that fate had played him. Uncle Sam's Boys in the Ranks or, Two Recruits in the United States Army Then they went together into the big general room where Gregory was talking to Winifred somewhat volubly. Hawtrey's Deputy Mr. Wilton firmly removed the plover's egg and placed it on the next table, at which Rivers and the red-haired girl were still chattering volubly. The Twelfth Hour He soon began chattering very volubly in a sort of English, which, if not exactly broken, was decidedly cracked. Bird of Paradise It was not, he explained volubly, that he did not trust us, but when a poor sailor produced such a cheque to a bank…. Jonah and Co. The eyes rolled, he sprang up, talked volubly; the pulse was strong and frequent. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 62, No. 382, October 1847 The sentry was only a boy, and he talked volubly, not heeding the melancholy call of a sea-bird from the water. With Haig on the Somme I almost ran into a town-bred Moor who was trying to round up some scattered poultry in the gloom and cursing volubly. Pan-Islam He talked volubly, but uncouthly, placed his hand upon his breast, gestured vehemently, and seemed very earnestly bent upon communicating something. Heroes and Hunters of the West Comprising Sketches and Adventures of Boone, Kenton, Brady, Logan, Whetzel, Fleehart, Hughes, Johnson, &c. Life takes a new interest when we can put it so volubly into words. Modern Women and What is Said of Them A Reprint of A Series of Articles in the Saturday Review (1868) As regards silent people, this characteristic may, of course, be mere result of sloth and shyness, or lack of habit of the world, and they may be gabbling volubly in their hearts. Hortus Vitae Essays on the Gardening of Life Twice, as she came toward them, Miss Banks, who was talking volubly, hushed into sudden and utter silence. The Chautauqua Girls At Home It's like this, sir," she rattled out volubly: "the master, Mr. Mannering that is, has been so queer in his ways lately that Sarah and me 'as been quite scared. The Motor Pirate The officer of the guard ran to it, leaned over the side, and explained volubly. Two Daring Young Patriots or, Outwitting the Huns As the distance decreased he could make out the man's features, quite distinctly, and could see him talking volubly with the German officers on either side. Wilmshurst of the Frontier Force They leaned back in their chairs and played with spoons and reflectively broke up matches and volubly sketched plans of controls, drawing on the table-cloth. The Trail of the Hawk A Comedy of the Seriousness of Life Indeed, Céline's volubly uttered, intensely flattering, highly probable recital, had an exhilarating effect upon her; so much so, that the lady found sleep now quite impossible. Madeline Payne, the Detective's Daughter "Such a crush, and so badly managed, and so under-waited!" she was volubly declaring as she came in. A Sheaf of Corn He turned to his servant and addressed him in some strange tongue in which Wing at once responded: for some minutes they talked together, volubly: then Lorrimore looked round at Scarterfield. Ravensdene Court A negro man, accused of fraudulently obtaining a pension, was explaining volubly how he had received the injury upon which he based his claim. A Tar-Heel Baron He spoke so volubly and confidently that Sam was staggered for a minute. Sam's Chance And How He Improved It This my friend politely did, but it was so bitterly cold outside that I battered at the bolted door of the guest-room until the little Italian emerged, and volubly explained the situation. From Paris to New York by Land When they had left the room and were going downstairs, the woman's tongue still volubly running, Lucilla came with a soft rush from behind the screen and looked from the window. A Sheaf of Corn All were hurrying toward a wide grassy meadow just at the outskirts of the village, and the majority of them, especially the young of either sex, laughed and chattered volubly. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" He began to explain his maps and figures as volubly as though he were selling the Encyclopedia Britannica, and again the old man cut in: "How many acres you got leased?" The Desert Fiddler Everyone was talking volubly: the ogre's progress through France—no longer to be denied—was the chief subject of conversation. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days They went together into the big general room where Gregory was talking to Winifred somewhat volubly. Masters of the Wheat-Lands As usual now the three classes found themselves in the south parlor—as usual they chattered volubly, and started schemes, to reject them again with peals of laughter. A World of Girls The Story of a School Carriages arrived for the different ones, and they went away, after volubly expressing to their hostess their thanks for her delightful entertainment. Patty's Summer Days As she glanced through my budget, our hostess volubly expressed her delight, and was pleased to compliment me very highly upon the taste which had dictated my choice. The First Mate The Story of a Strange Cruise He paused for lack of breath, for indeed he had talked fast and volubly: Crystal's voice, cold and measured, broke in on the silence that ensued. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days At a corner not far from the entrance to Lincoln Park, Poritol and Alcatrante became so apparently excited that they stood, chattering volubly for several minutes. The Girl and The Bill An American Story of Mystery, Romance and Adventure Annie Forest, sitting in the midst of a group of eager admirers, was chatting volubly. A World of Girls The Story of a School She did indeed look bewildered, and as soon as Patty entered the room she began to talk volubly. Patty's Summer Days Reporting volubly in German, with many gesticulations, the soldier presented the four boys. Boy Scouts in the North Sea The Mystery of a Sub The other man, who was standing at the base, was flattened against it, facing the concave side, shooting occasionally, and cursing volubly. 'Drag' Harlan They talked in an 185 undertone for several minutes, Alcatrante gesturing volubly, the stranger nodding now and then, and interjecting a few brief words. The Girl and The Bill An American Story of Mystery, Romance and Adventure All were talking at once, arguing heatedly and quarreling volubly, unceremoniously swearing, shouting or laughing. The Comedienne The remainder of the expectant townsmen repeated the request loudly, volubly, and picturesquely. Colonial Born A tale of the Queensland bush After about ten paces, he saw a shadow on the stairway, and cowered in a dark recess while two crewmen passed, talking volubly. The Judas Valley The man was a native, and very proud of his traditions, expanding volubly in reply to Renwick's careless questions. The Secret Witness Jeffreys gave him a look, and the Spaniard cursed volubly at his companion's clumsiness. Sea-Dogs All! A Tale of Forest and Sea The man lurched heavily and fell full length upon his face, just escaping William, who stood upright, as Mrs. Moriarity, talking volubly, plumped down on the man's back. William Adolphus Turnpike Samuel Walker, sitting disconsolately by his saddle, expressed himself volubly to Gleeson upon the follies of generosity. Colonial Born A tale of the Queensland bush They were chattering volubly in French, and Phil strained his ears, hoping to catch some additional clue, but their conversation was mainly about the pleasures of the trip they were just concluding. The Ranger Boys and the Border Smugglers He volubly pointed out that their roast chicken had been petrified—“vile restaurant, very vile food.” The Job An American Novel The sight of the Indians restored him to some measure of dignity, and he volubly explained that the Spanish captain had not understood the signer's message. Sea-Dogs All! A Tale of Forest and Sea Something terribly strange and strong drew her to the man she had just heard so volubly cursed. The Goose Man He answered me volubly, but apart from the fact that he quite agreed with me, I could not understand his message. Pharaoh's Broker Being the Very Remarkable Experiences in Another World of Isidor Werner One of them, evidently the leader, was talking volubly, but Conrad did not even appear to listen until they stood in the open before the door. The Return of Blue Pete And on hearing this they chattered volubly, being greatly excited on the difficult point as to how Italians had learnt it. A Tramp's Notebook She sobbed volubly, wiping away real tears with the baby's calico slip, and three other girls accomplished commendable snivels. When Grandmamma Was New The Story of a Virginia Childhood They rode on for a few hundred yards with the young Emir talking loudly and volubly, his theme evidently being their adventures, and quite content with a nod from time to time. In the Mahdi's Grasp They were talking earnestly; that is to say, Miss Bailey was talking earnestly and volubly, and Mrs. Falconer was listening. Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907 to 1908 In a very short time Upaparu had so far gained their confidence that they began to talk volubly, and answered all the questions he put to them. Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories 1898 He talked volubly, at times incoherently, with hoarse voice and quaking lips. "Unto Caesar" Clif turned to the captain of the vessel; the man was frightened nearly to death, and began protesting volubly. A Prisoner of Morro In the Hands of the Enemy "I did," confessed Hay, volubly and seeing it was best for him to make a clean breast of it. The Opal Serpent Then here was Mrs. Kukor herself, dropping down volubly, step by step, from her floor, aided by the banisters. The Rich Little Poor Boy The stocking had been torn on a nail, he volubly explained. The Right Knock A Story Presently the sunset line appeared ahead, and far away he saw moving lights which were the hulls of the volubly communicating vessels. The Pirates of Ersatz The man was evidently relieved, but he protested volubly. A Prisoner of Morro In the Hands of the Enemy The interpreter protested volubly in Portuguese mixed with Spanish and French. Lalage's Lovers "Really," said Kenwick, with a hint of annoyance in his manner, to conceal which he continued talking volubly. A Venetian June While Mrs. Clayland volubly rattled on, talking of all her aches and pains, Grace was doing her best to think of the very opposite statement, that she was well. The Right Knock A Story So far the words had poured forth volubly, as in a torrent. The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance Presently, Frenchy strolled past talking volubly to another soldier, and waving his cigarette gracefully in accompaniment. Tom Slade on a Transport This he explained volubly and with many gestures. Marjorie Dean, High School Freshman Old Robin, down in the paddock, was shouting and talking volubly to a crowd of strangers. Bred In The Bone 1908 “No,” cried the black, volubly; “hunt wallaby—hunt ole man kangaroo.” The Dingo Boys The Squatters of Wallaby Range Persons at the Sand Coulee who lost their temper cursed volubly and loudly, and threatened or made bodily attacks upon the cause of it. The Fighting Shepherdess Patiently and for the twentieth time Laurie examined the blue prints while his grandfather volubly explained just where each building of the many was to stand. Ted and the Telephone He was listening with a good-humoured, negligent air, half comic, half contemptuous, to Haley, who was very volubly expatiating on the quality of the article for which they were bargaining. Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 455 Volume 18, New Series, September 18, 1852 He welcomed them volubly, assuring them that the establishment kept the best Scotch whisky in stock, and guaranteed that roast beef would be ready in ten minutes. The Albert Gate Mystery Being Further Adventures of Reginald Brett, Barrister Detective The tailor unfolded many rolls of cloth and talked volubly: talked him dizzy. "Run To Seed" 1891 He spoke the tongue of this southern country most volubly. Cinderella in the South Twenty-Five South African Tales Having delivered all this very volubly, the Daughter of the House skipped away. John Gayther's Garden and the Stories Told Therein She rejoins the group of women, chattering volubly in low tones. The Straw Hussein-ul-Mulk and the two other Turks, unable to restrain their excitement, crowded round the pink-and-white Frenchman, jabbering volubly, but Mademoiselle and her father moved some slight distance away. The Albert Gate Mystery Being Further Adventures of Reginald Brett, Barrister Detective Some of them had friends in America, and others were thinking of going themselves with their husbands; and they immediately began to talk very volubly to Rollo, and to ask him questions. Rollo on the Rhine A reply was volubly given in Italian, of which Runkle understood not a word. Dave Darrin on Mediterranean Service or, With Dan Dalzell on European Duty The woman protested volubly and bitterly till the closing of the door stifled her voice. Oh, You Tex! The French officer turned sharply, cursed impatiently, and asserted volubly that his lorries must come through. Pushed and the Return Push They called the janitor and expostulated volubly, but all to no effect. A Woman for Mayor A Novel of To-day Both men were greatly excited, but Sam was silent, while the squire talked volubly. Lippincott's Magazine, Vol. 22, September, 1878 Yes, the Oriental was talking, and talking volubly. The Paternoster Ruby The man still regarded us, until at last he attracted the attention of my unwelcome companion, who turned round upon him, and cursed him volubly in Italian. The Romance Of Giovanni Calvotti From Coals Of Fire And Other Stories, Volume II. (of III.) On the wide staircase he overtook an old couple who, at sight of him, began talking volubly. Sonnie-Boy's People "It's a mistake," protested the other volubly in the same language. The Grell Mystery Red squirrels peeked down at you over the edge of a limb, chattering volubly and getting into endless mischief along its borders. Wood Folk at School They were talking volubly in their native tongue, so that the cadets could understand very little of what was said. The Rover Boys on a Hunt or The Mysterious House in the Woods She was talking volubly, hoping that he'd mislaid the door key, that it hadn't been stolen. The Lion's Mouse He talked volubly about Helena's childish pranks, the last Bohemian Club Midsummer Jinks, the epigrams of his rivals at the bar. The Californians Lily closes the door sharply and also advances, speaking volubly to Farncombe as she comes forward. The 'Mind the Paint' Girl A Comedy in Four Acts The Attach� protested eagerly, volubly, stubbornly, pathetically, but all to no purpose. Experiences of a Dug-out, 1914-1918 I heard the enemy swearing volubly as he blundered along the passage, thinking I was still before him; and I now prepared to grope my way back in the dark to my own room. Kate Coventry An Autobiography He would hear of no reward, but shook his hands above his head almost as if in menace, and refused volubly and shrilly in unmitigated patois. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 1 (of 25) Magdaléna wondered if the painted creatures talking volubly behind the shutters were not happier and more normal than she. The Californians "Yes, sir—board him, give him his meat," explained Mrs. Spencer volubly. The Making of a Soul “Buenos Inglés, amigos,” he cried, as he noted the presented musket; and then volubly he asked if either of them spoke French. !Tention A Story of Boy-Life during the Peninsular War Female voices answer volubly in the negative, and I give in. Kate Coventry An Autobiography “Oh, I gave him a good wash, sir, which he needed badly,” said the woman volubly. Quicksilver The Boy With No Skid To His Wheel “I thought he was killed,” cried Mark, and the man began to speak volubly and gesticulate, pointing back. The Black Bar “Oh, there you are, are you?” she cried; and as I peeped through the trees, I saw her turn sharply round and hurry back, talking volubly the while. Mass' George A Boy's Adventures in the Old Savannah Every now and then he turned to speak volubly, but though he interpolated a few English words, his meaning would have been incomprehensible but for his gestures and the warnings nature kept giving of danger. The Adventures of Don Lavington Nolens Volens At the great hut—the chief’s hut—” He began speaking again volubly, and then stopped and bent his head. Bunyip Land A Story of Adventure in New Guinea They led the way together, and she seated herself in state in an arm-chair, while the brothers and sisters crowded in at the doorway, exclaiming volubly at the sight which met their eyes. More about Pixie But Mollie persisted, and the attendant volubly declared that indeed “madam” was wrong. The Fortunes of the Farrells In a little flurry of nervousness she began to talk volubly on her own account, hoping thereby to ward off embarrassing explanations. Big Game A Story for Girls "Oh, everything that comes into her head, I suppose, and very volubly." Tristram of Blent An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House They chatted volubly over this idiosyncrasy, and even laughed at it, but quite decorously so that our feelings might be spared. A Woman's Journey through the Philippines On a Cable Ship that Linked Together the Strange Lands Seen En Route He talked volubly as ever, telling wonderful and sometimes incredible stories of things he had seen and done in his wanderings. The Blood of the Conquerors The Frenchwoman turned and waddled toward the table, stirring spoon in hand and volubly objecting. Ruth Fielding at the War Front or, The Hunt for the Lost Soldier People feared Craddock might burst out of it before going far, and return against them for the reckoning so volubly threaten206ed. Trail's End The family pet protested volubly as he blocked her ingress with one foot and closed the door as slowly and noiselessly as it had swung open. A Son of the City A Story of Boy Life After their first trip to the cottage old Jean had returned to the sleigh with them, his fur cap awry, gesticulating delightedly and chattering volubly as he walked. Grace Harlowe's Third Year at Overton College Usually a clergyman appeared on the scene, volubly quoting the Bible to prove that any widening of woman's sphere was contrary to the will of God. Susan B. Anthony Rebel, Crusader, Humanitarian I had looked for opposition and disparagement at least, volubly voiced and backed with a bloody example of a failure in marriage, and I know that Katje shared my misgivings. Vrouw Grobelaar and Her Leading Cases Seventeen Short Stories The lantern glass was broken, and the "mate," lamenting volubly, declared that his arm appeared to be broken also. The Great Amulet Meanwhile, Agathocles had essayed to exert his authority over the invalid, and was protesting volubly against the latter's imprudence. The Lion's Brood "But indeed, Hester, it is the best plan," she argued volubly. A Houseful of Girls On the seat of the wagon sat an aged colored man, talking volubly to his team. The Rover Boys in the Air From College Campus to the Clouds He stumbled over the legs of a man who cursed him volubly, and dropped on to a heap of straw. The Blue Pavilions She is volubly disapproving already, denounces him as a 'dangerous man' . . . delectable adjective! The Great Amulet He explained and expostulated volubly, surprised at his own eloquence. Civilization Tales of the Orient He ran on very volubly for a little while, without receiving any interruption from his brother, and, looking at him, he saw very plainly that Louis was not paying the slightest attention to him. Louis' School Days A Story for Boys How picture the delight of hospitable Colonel Prowley, when, volubly delivering these and other sentiments, the High Priest and Potentate over all Sextondom entered the parlor and made himself comfortable in a rocking-chair? The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 80, June, 1864 "Ah, but I have scrubbed the goblets since with a fortune's worth of soda," the woman volubly explained. Everyman's Land That child walked 'way over to our house last night," Aunt Jenny said, volubly; "and Timothy was gone with the horse, and there wasn't anything to do but to keep her. Young Lucretia and Other Stories The other officials on the beach commented volubly on his good fortune—ah, but he had the chance! Civilization Tales of the Orient Deeply resentful of this treatment—for he saw nothing very bad in his manœuvre—he had been moved to protest passionately, to explain volubly, and to offer pledge on pledge. Quisanté "Not until I meet the right man," she said, and she explained volubly her lofty ideals of matrimony. One Woman's Life Frascuelo, delighted to have secured a sympathetic listener, poured forth his sorrows volubly. The Captain of the Kansas But if there is anything that we Americans, as a race, are forever volubly extolling, it is our immunity from all such drawbacks. The Arena Volume 4, No. 20, July, 1891 Lunches with me from time to time and chatters so volubly. The Third Violet She was volubly berating him, to his grim amusement, when the lattice doors from the corridor swung open and two officers entered. Ray's Daughter A Story of Manila In the pulpit we must teach, not talk too volubly. History of Rationalism Embracing a Survey of the Present State of Protestant Theology The Christian dandies whom he had assaulted were giving their account of the adventure volubly, until his Honour, with a heavy frown, bade them be silent. Oriental Encounters Palestine and Syria, 1894-6 When Jack came home to his very meagre dinner, he brought a can of peaches, which, being opened, looked so deliciously cool and tempting that Alice could not refrain from volubly exulting over them. The New Penelope and Other Stories and Poems Why, Morris, old man," he went on volubly, "there were days when the loneliness in my office grew positively oppressive. The Wit and Humor of America, Volume VII. (of X.) They explained volubly that the lord was away, but the newcomer checked them as soon as he could, saying that he had heard the news in the city. The Golden Silence He was bending over her, talking volubly, in a loverlike attitude, exceedingly offensive in so public a place. The Admirable Tinker Child of the World At once a number of the villagers forsook him and surrounded me, waving their arms about and talking volubly. Oriental Encounters Palestine and Syria, 1894-6 Some of the traders volubly accosted passers by. The Tiger of Mysore A Story of the War with Tippoo Saib She chatted volubly as they drove under the leafy ash branches which bordered the road, her father answering only in monosyllables. Garthowen A Story of a Welsh Homestead Wcelak interpreted Morris's words and showed the label to the old man, who replied volubly in Hungarian. Abe and Mawruss Being Further Adventures of Potash and Perlmutter Old maids and matrons volubly averred Morality and faith's supreme felicity, Young wives were loud in praise of domesticity, While you stood lonely like a mateless bird. Love's Comedy She would volubly reel off the eloquent forecasts of the doom of society which she has heard from a hundred pulpits. The War and the Churches Joe flung pieces of fish into the air, and kept chatting volubly as his pets swooped and squabbled. The Chequers Being the Natural History of a Public-House, Set Forth in a Loafer's Diary But with any man, woman, or child whom he chose to favor with his conversation he could talk volubly in fairly good English. Emerson's Wife and Other Western Stories Anna thought her mother would be delighted; indeed, she often spoke of the charms of a country excursion; Denah was called upon to corroborate, and did so volubly. The Good Comrade A candle in a bottle illuminated it, and a bird in the thatch overhead twittered volubly at their presence. The Second Class Passenger Fifteen Stories The gratitude of the three travelers was earnest and was volubly expressed in spite of his determined efforts to prevent them from expressing it. The Old Flute-Player A Romance of To-day The interlocutors had got a good way on, and were talking loud and volubly. The House by the Church-Yard I said I could guess; and he began again, volubly now, as if to have it over in the shortest space. The Master of Appleby A Novel Tale Concerning Itself in Part with the Great Struggle in the Two Carolinas; but Chiefly with the Adventures Therein of Two Gentlemen Who Loved One and the Same Lady She was scolding volubly, and suddenly she shrieked, as though she had been stabbed. Romance "Just Pearl and her father," returned Jimmy volubly. The Black Pearl The Professor led the way to a little building, outside which a man was volubly inviting all to enter. The Black Box He talked more volubly than usual, and once or twice there came a little flush over his pallid forehead and temples. The House by the Church-Yard As he left the room, he heard Mr. Waddington volubly explaining that no deception was intended and that the catalogue spoke for itself. The Double Life Of Mr. Alfred Burton After tucking them in Mrs. Livingston sat down on the edge of Tommy's cot and began asking her questions, all of which Tommy answered volubly, Harriet now and then offering objections to her companion's praise. The Meadow-Brook Girls by the Sea Or The Loss of The Lonesome Bar Jack explained volubly, while David Pollard looked over the model that the trio of young geniuses had put together. The Submarine Boys' Trial Trip "Making Good" as Young Experts Along the sea front the folk stared covertly at the new actress, as she chatted volubly of the doings of the morning. The Argosy Vol. 51, No. 6, June, 1891 Then, when he found he was alone, he cursed volubly at the intractable shirt. Sally Bishop A Romance I explained volubly that my bandaged fingers—there was an affair of outposts with an ambulance near Serches—were the work of shrapnel, and they nearly embraced me. Adventures of a Despatch Rider The prospector gave him not the slightest information concerning himself, but discoursed volubly about the difference between the ways of the city and the wilderness. Glen of the High North Yes," his wife went on, volubly, "that sad affair made Aix very unpleasant to us! The Chink in the Armour The men cursed Torode volubly, and regretted that he had not gone with Black Boy. Carette of Sark Jemima and Keziah, feeling as though some blame attached to them, looked on with pale faces, whilst Rachel chattered volubly of the horrors she had often heard of as being perpetrated in the streets. The Lost Treasure of Trevlyn A Story of the Days of the Gunpowder Plot And they hastened to converse volubly upon the weather and the mosquitoes and Sam Carr's garden and a new canoe that Lachlan's boys were building, and such homely interests. Burned Bridges I repeated nurse's speech pretty volubly, and with her sharp accent and accompanying toss. Melchior's Dream and Other Tales That was when Madame Wachner, still talking volubly, held out her hand in farewell to the young Englishwoman. The Chink in the Armour One of the cows at Le Port gave no milk that day, and Dame Vaudin pondered the matter weightily, and discussed it volubly with her neighbours, but did not try their remedies. Carette of Sark He now felt himself to be a well-seasoned soldier and talked of high-angle guns as volubly as could an experienced gunner. The Children of France A Book of Stories of the Heroism and Self-sacrifice of Youthful Patriots of France During the Great War Dr. Latimer passed presently, his arms on either side flung round a priest's neck; he too was talking volubly and laughing; and the skirts of his habit wagged behind him. The King's Achievement He began to talk volubly about his wife and children. Combed Out M. Wachner had detained him for a moment in the hall, talking volubly, explaining how pleasant had been their little supper party till Mrs. Bailey had suddenly felt faint. The Chink in the Armour He then seated himself near Miss Alice and began talking volubly to her about New York. The Bread-winners A Social Study He stirred the sleeping boy with his foot, and the boy, cursing volubly and beyond his years, roused himself. The Master Mystery My mechanician," he added volubly, after an uncomfortable interval of silence, "is an exceedingly bold young man. Diane of the Green Van I sat down while a hospitable old woman made coffee and chattered volubly in Flemish. Combed Out I could see that Miss Darrell was chatting volubly; but Miss Hamilton's face looked as grave and impassive as it had looked on Sunday. Uncle Max Old Sally was volubly narrating what had transpired upstairs, and cut herself short upon the entrance of her master. The Unseen Bridgegroom or, Wedded For a Week But Eva insisted on seeing Locke at once and the old hag lied volubly. The Master Mystery He was talking volubly to two other men, and he was also eating a mere raspberry ice! Bunker Bean She waited while Holmes, expressing his impatience volubly, amid sympathetic chuckles from the audience inside the store, got his connection. The Camp Fire Girls on the Farm Or, Bessie King's New Chum But this fact did not seem to daunt Lady Betty for long, for she soon began chattering volubly to us both. Uncle Max When she did, there sat the peddler displaying his wares, and expatiating volubly on their transcendent merits. The Unseen Bridgegroom or, Wedded For a Week He enlarged volubly on the coming festival, to this Sahib, who took such unusual interest in the ways of India; while Roy sat silent, watching, remembering.... Far to Seek A Romance of England and India Counsellor seems to mean, not so much a man that gives counsel, us one that discourses fearlessly and volubly. Notes to Shakespeare, Volume III: The Tragedies Leaning against it, his face amazingly merry, his eyes shining, was Louis, talking volubly without the suspicion of a stammer. Captivity He talked of his new venture all the way home, and he felt more and more hurt because she did not reply as eagerly and volubly as he wished. The Underworld The Story of Robert Sinclair, Miner While Mrs. Dagon had been so volubly talking she had also been busily thinking. Trumps Doctor Schoolman was very amiable, and his wife, a vivacious little lady in satin and artificial curls, chatted volubly with the members of the flock as they were dutifully presented. The First Soprano Mr. Mistrust, as I presently discovered my guide's name indeed to be, was volubly explaining how I came into his company. Henry Brocken His Travels and Adventures in the Rich, Strange, Scarce-Imaginable Regions of Romance When Chaldea made her abrupt entrance he was talking volubly to Pine, and the millionaire addressed him—when he answered—as Silver. Red Money The called-up one volubly explained that there was no need in his case for a medical examination. More Toasts He turned his back on the two red eyes of the Kavanagh house, and sat down on the step below her, and began his story, eagerly, volubly. The Ramrodders A Novel He came in the evenings at an hour when the elder girls were often away, and then Daisy sat on his knee, and chatted to him volubly. The Palace Beautiful A Story for Girls "Very sorry about the letter, my lord," he repeated volubly, touching his forelock. Red Pottage Austin and Boots were talking volubly when he returned to the tables now veiled in a fine haze of aromatic smoke. The Younger Set Then on, over the short grass, under the noble trees, we walked; Milly in high good-humour, and talking away volubly, in her short garment, navvy boots, and a weather-beaten hat. Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh The boy, who had stood the trunk on end, growing impatient, rang again: they heard voices, hubbub and confusion, children's cries, servants summoned, a man speaking very volubly in French. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 26, September, 1880 Poppy, who had very black eyes, cheeks with a brilliant color, and hair like a raven's wing, was standing in the drawing-room twisting her apron strings and chatting volubly to Daisy. The Palace Beautiful A Story for Girls And all the way the old man was volubly explaining the many changes necessary, in his opinion, to bring the business to a paying basis. A Maid of the Silver Sea He was struggling to complete the large canvas that Miss Snell had so volubly admired during her visit, and it really seemed to be progressing. Different Girls Madame was gabbling volubly, but to me it was only a shrilly noise. Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh The Baron and his wife disputed volubly about the date of one of Paolo's grand dinners in Paris; Gaetà yawned, and I was stricken with dumbness. The Princess Passes When he was excited he forgot his English, and he now swore volubly in French; then, recovering himself, stepped back a pace, and regarded with high dudgeon his host of the night. Lewis Rand |
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