| 单词 | bustle about |
| 例句 | The twisting streets were full of demigods and nature spirits and minor godlings bustling about, riding chariots or sedan chairs carried by Cyclopes. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z He hung up his gun belt and stepped out of his boots as I bustled about the kitchen. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z “Oh, how nice of him,” exclaimed the King again, beginning to bustle about with his various trappings. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z He quickly relayed his father’s message and watched as the doctor and staff began to bustle about. Finding Junie Kim 2021-05-04T00:00:00Z The mother bustled about, putting the porridge into a bowl for all to dip into and drawing a bench up to the table. The Door in the Wall 1949-01-03T00:00:00Z My mother bustled about the room, shoveling shirts and socks into their suitcase. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z She bustled about, examining me every now and then with the corner of her eye. Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z Mama, though, was bustling about the kitchen, packing and repacking her items for the market. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z They moved to a larger table as Kvothe brought the platters out, bustling about and looking every bit the innkeeper. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z I allowed Adèle to sit up much later than usual; for she declared she could not possibly go to sleep while the doors kept opening and shutting below, and people bustling about. Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z “All right—I’m sorry, I’m coming now,” and I made a pretence of turning on the tap, of bustling about and folding a towel on a rail. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z She was already up and bustling about, and as they came in she pressed a cup of coffee into Mama’s hands. Ophie's Ghosts 2021-05-18T00:00:00Z The Courters bustled about with legal preparations and plans for three adoption parties. Three Little Words: A Memoir 2007-12-27T00:00:00Z She bustles about, uprooting dead plants and weeds, and mulching new life into the tired dirt. The Running Dream 2011-01-11T00:00:00Z Robbie was there, too, bustling about in a floral-print dress like the belle of the ball—albeit a matronly belle—making sure all her students had arrived with sheet music in hand. Becoming 2018-11-13T00:00:00Z The hum of a crowd, people talking and bustling about. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z They strode down the narrow road through the village, past people bustling about. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z Workers bustled about the area, looking as if they’d spent their whole lives on a farm. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Ms. Rochambeau is bustling about up in front, in charge of the whole thing. The Benefits of Being an Octopus 2018-09-04T00:00:00Z Naked and embracing, mother and daughter lay resting while the others cleaned up the afterbirth and bustled about with the new sheets and the first batch of diapers. The House of the Spirits: A Novel 1982-01-01T00:00:00Z Mollie kept her home in meticulous order, and she issued instructions to her servants as the house stirred, everyone bustling about—except Lizzie, who’d fallen ill and stayed in bed. The Marked Woman 2017-03-01T05:00:00Z Dressed in a wool cap and a black sweater, he bustled about his small work space, a low-slung stucco building with one wall made to the exact dimensions of the Athinaion’s billboards. In Athens, the Last Man Painting 2014-02-26T22:55:35Z Stuart is his long-suffering wifey, bustling about, fretting that he’s losing his looks and worrying over the couple’s apparently comatose dog, Balthazar. ‘Vicious’ Stars Ian McKellen and Derek Jacobi 2014-06-27T04:00:00Z Because she makes a great bustle about a small waist. 30 delightful puns from the Victorian Era 2021-09-06T04:00:00Z “But you won’t see how this apartment is made for entertaining if I don’t actually entertain you,” he said, bustling about his bright red Aga stove. On Location: B.D. Wong Tames His Inner Hoarder 2012-09-05T22:37:29Z Moments after he’s seen on the job, gazing intently at shoppers bustling about, Thierry is called from the control room by walkie-talkie to apprehend a suspected shoplifter. A Movie that Captures France’s Dystopian Employment Situation 2016-04-15T04:00:00Z "Oh look, it's going everywhere," Camilla adds as the help bustles about to remove the offending item from His Majesty's presence. A matter of character: How "The Crown" squares Charles with our longstanding villain edit 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z But while she sits deflated in a post-partum funk at home, Candy bustles about with purpose, her tight cheer covering the less charitable side of her personality. Review: Here's the true crime of Hulu's "Candy" 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z In the first scene of the British composer George Benjamin’s extraordinary opera “Written on Skin,” a group of modern-day angels bustle about in an upstairs room on a two-tiered set. Review: In ‘Written on Skin,’ George Benjamin Creates an Unusual Love Triangle 2015-08-12T04:00:00Z Like the shiny headquarters at Gen-Sys, the pharmaceutical giant for which he works, Will makes science look good, as he bustles about in his white lab coat. Looking Apocalypse in the Eye 2011-08-04T14:59:55Z Officers holding automatic weapons, their faces covered by black masks, bustled about. As Haitian gangs expand control, cop’s family is left shaken 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z People bustling about their morning routines Friday reflected that. Jan. 6 hearings remind some voters of Watergate, Iran-Contra 2022-06-10T04:00:00Z People bustle about below, going to and fro beneath tiled roofs. Review: Movies are the 20th century's greatest art form. So says this ludicrous LACMA exhibition 2022-04-13T04:00:00Z One exception was a former bar, now the headquarters of the Cajun Navy Foundation, where a group of 10 bustled about, preparing for yet another major storm. Rattled Louisiana Gulf Coast again faces serious threat from Hurricane Delta 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z A quiet flying officer, whose last assignment with the R.A.F. was to train navy pilots—“We’d get them started out right, and then they’d go to pieces”—doesn’t bustle about very much. Quite possibly the rudest club in the world? - Golf Digest 2020-05-05T04:00:00Z She would then bustle about in the kitchen. Mississippi raids split families, leave children adrift: ‘I just want my mom and dad’ 2019-08-10T04:00:00Z But as crew members bustled about, we sat there quietly, thinking of our families, their stories, the names of the places that marked their lives. For Japanese Americans, 'The Terror' is personal 2019-08-09T04:00:00Z As she speaks, workmen bustle about the nave setting up equipment for the days to come. Special Report: A Cloudspotters' Guide to Climate Change 2019-07-25T04:00:00Z The time is intentional, predicated on the belief it is when most Americans are the busiest, bustling about and enjoying their day. Remember the true meaning of Memorial Day 2019-05-26T04:00:00Z Once everyone has stopped bustling about and left the photography studio, we perch on high seats and talk Psychodrama. Dave: ‘Black is confusing… where does the line start and stop?’ 2019-03-03T05:00:00Z There were numerous new coffee shops, affordable small restaurants and people bustling about. Opinion | Russia Was My Obscure Interest. Now Everyone Is Paying Attention. 2018-07-07T04:00:00Z Campers bustled about, setting up chairs and cots, propane tanks and barbecue grills. For campers along Rose Parade route, a chilly night on the sidewalk is worth it 2017-12-31T05:00:00Z The reality – an industrial city bustling about its business, not the set of Narcos – left the visitors upbeat. At Mexico's border, President Trump is just the latest unfunny gringo joke 2016-11-13T05:00:00Z Everywhere I looked a community member was bustling about ensuring the evacuees were cared for and helped us remain calm. 'I began to accept the thought of death': Fort McMurray school students on fleeing the wildfire 2016-05-24T04:00:00Z Everyone seemed excited to be there—people were decked out in their Bernie and Hillary gear, smiling, passing out buttons, bustling about. I watched Hillary Clinton’s forces swipe Nevada: This is what the media’s not telling you 2016-05-20T04:00:00Z Madame also saw all the backstage drama as members of the stock companies bustled about getting ready for a performance. Hairdresser remembered glory of the Hinton Theater 2015-11-09T05:00:00Z “It’s about time!” was the expression heard over and over in downtown Havana as shoppers, families and office workers bustled about the warm streets on what was a de facto school holiday. Travel, trade with the U.S. are among Cubans' top hopes 2014-12-19T05:00:00Z Two kind ladies, bustling about their empty café to pack a picnic of blinis and cucumber, say they just want peace. Life among the rebels 2014-06-19T04:00:00Z He hires a dozen veteran actors to bustle about her, feeding her or adjusting the oxygen tubes in her nose. Revolving Doors at Hospitals 2014-06-09T04:00:00Z Staff bustle about, setting up training sessions for boxing, table tennis, football. Ledley King: life after football 2013-04-13T20:54:12Z And she threw off her lavender dolman and bonnet, and bustled about, like the capable creature she was, as ready to turn to as if she had never had a day's help in her life. Mushroom Town 2012-04-21T02:00:25.923Z There was an indecent haste and bustle about everything, and a selfish disregard of one's neighbor was the marked feature of all travel. Barrington Volume I (of II) 2012-04-09T02:00:31.357Z She bustled about to wrap me up, and somehow, partly walking, partly carried, I was got on deck. The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z Meanwhile Katy bustled about, setting out plates, knives, and forks on the top of the mess chest, which she had covered with the clean white paper in which her packages had been wrapped. The Ice Queen 2012-03-22T02:00:40.843Z He bustled about; but nevertheless the message and the business he was now upon had sobered him, and as he buttoned up the letter in his breast-pocket, his face was grave. The New Rector 2012-03-22T02:00:35.997Z Alexandre Alexandrovich, a satchel slung across his breast, wan and haggard, but flushed with excitement, was bustling about in a listless, mechanical way. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z Now bustle about a bit; it will do you good. Miser Farebrother, Volume I (of 3) A Novel 2012-03-13T02:00:28.227Z The widow bustled about to do her share in making the unexpected guest comfortable. Ralph of the Roundhouse 2012-03-02T03:00:11.217Z He liked the way that young Palmer talked and bustled about as soon as the word was given that his proposition was accepted. Ralph, the Train Dispatcher The Mystery of the Pay Car 2012-02-29T03:00:25.457Z Catherine bustled about, but avoided Margaret's eyes; for she could not restrain her own tears at hearing her own absent child thus earnestly addressed. The Cloister and the Hearth A Tale of the Middle Ages 2012-02-17T03:00:30.347Z He had been out from an early hour, bustling about on perilous business and dodging spies. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z People were up and down stairs; the whole house was in commotion; all were making a noise and bustle about the morrow's great festival. Tales From the 'Phantasus', etc. of Ludwig Tieck 2012-02-13T03:00:19.620Z A café-keeper had opened his saloon, arranged his little tables, and was bustling about with his waiters attending to the wants of the guests already assembled. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol III, No 13, 1851 2012-02-10T03:00:15.463Z Roberts was bustling about and had fired up the old switch locomotive as if ordered for a mile-a-minute dash. Ralph, the Train Dispatcher The Mystery of the Pay Car 2012-02-29T03:00:25.457Z She bustled about then, and hurried her sisters, too. The Corner House Girls How they moved to Milton, what they found, and what they did 2012-02-03T03:00:26.090Z Meanwhile Mrs. Bobster bustled about and found the usual pitcher of cool milk and a great platter of cookies. The Corner House Girls Under Canvas How they reached Pleasant Cove and what happened afterward 2012-02-03T03:00:19.757Z Miss Betty bustled about and did all she could to stanch the bleeding, and when they had comfortably settled my lord, she sat down upon the seat opposite and nodded decisively. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z For the first few hours there was a strange bustle about the passages of the house, for which she did not seek at all to find a cause. The Turnstile 2012-01-29T03:00:09.260Z Housewives bustled about the piles of yams and tomatoes for the first time in a week. Prices and Anger Rise in Nigeria, Presaging More Strikes 2012-01-16T01:01:34Z "Now I reckon you'll like some supper," went on his aunt, bustling about. The White Crystals Being an Account of the Adventures of Two Boys 2012-01-13T03:00:11.507Z The servants ran idly bustling about the house, forgetting every part of their business which did not refer to Mr Henry. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z Rowdy bustled about, making coffee and stirring up some kind of bread by the light of the fire. The Corner House Girls Snowbound 2011-12-30T03:00:22.827Z The little parlor was quite inconveniently crowded, but that afforded subject for mirth, as Mary introduced her friends and bustled about trying to find seats for them all. Elsie's Widowhood A Sequel to Elsie's Children 2011-12-22T03:00:21.710Z Arten had an important, self-conscious bustle about him and looked mysterious; the Zaptiehs seemed awed and asked questions under their breath; the greedy muleteers were distinctly interested; we pretended to be unmoved. By Desert Ways to Baghdad 2011-12-18T03:00:22.240Z She and Clara started to put the meal on, and in bustling about they forgot for a time the bad news. The White Crystals Being an Account of the Adventures of Two Boys 2012-01-13T03:00:11.507Z “And much wiser,” said Laidlaw, with a smile, as he bustled about the platform for porters and gave his chief the latest scientific news. The Wolves of God And Other Fey Stories 2011-12-17T03:00:15.447Z Our men and the Indians now bustled about, and in less than half an hour the toldos were erected and the dinner nearly ready. Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z And so long as the setting sun shone redly in through door and windows they were passive, and she bustled about her household affairs, hiding her own fears. The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z There was bustle about the little clearing for some few minutes. A Boy of the Dominion A Tale of Canadian Immigration 2011-12-05T03:00:47.097Z Roseta was bustling about pretending to be busy, in order not to attract attention and expecting from one moment to the next an outburst of terrible anger. The Cabin [La barraca] 2011-12-01T03:00:23.247Z A few maid-servants were bustling about the kitchen, attending to their duties. The Marquis of Pe?alta (Marta y Mar?a) A Realistic Social Novel 2011-11-12T03:00:35.113Z When we are in health we bustle about and talk and trade and write and push and thrust and haggle and bargain and feel that we are tremendous fellows. Leaves in the Wind 2011-10-28T02:00:25.937Z He took it, and began feebly moving his rheumatic hands, while Mrs. Ball bustled about making the tea and sending the maid-servant in and out. The Open Question a tale of two temperaments 2011-10-25T02:00:22.173Z Both boys bustled about, getting wood for a fire; and Tom selected as much fragrant burning fragments as his knowledge of the forest trees allowed. Rocky Mountain Boys Camping in the Big Game Country 2011-10-21T02:00:18.430Z So, after school, and on Saturday mornings, she used to go over to Mr. Gray's house and bustle about to the bettering of several things. Dr. Lavendar's People 2011-10-13T02:00:52.167Z At last close up to the door he could hear the children in their room and the servant bustling about in the kitchen to the left. In God's Way A Novel 2011-10-13T02:00:38.570Z As to news on this side the water, the king is mad, and there is great bustle about appointing a Regent. The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. I. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England; to which is added a Sketch of Paine by William Cobbett 2011-10-12T02:00:38.787Z Whilst breakfasting, I asked the landlady, who was bustling about the room, whether she had ever heard of Owen Glendower. p. Wild Wales The People, Laguage & Scenery 2011-10-09T02:00:29.740Z The little lady insisted upon my stopping overnight, and bustled about with all the importance of a housewife in preparing supper. Ocean to Ocean on Horseback Being the Story of a Tour in the Saddle from the Atlantic to the Pacific; with Especial Reference to the Early History and Devel 2011-10-06T02:00:32.743Z He made plenty of noise in the other room, bustling about as if to reassure her. The Chalice Of Courage A Romance of Colorado 2011-09-22T02:00:25.630Z He was a big, merry looking man, with a high, squeaky voice, and was always bustling about. Boy Scouts in Glacier Park The Adventures of Two Young Easterners in the Heart of the High Rockies 2011-09-22T02:00:22.487Z Rachel bustled about with importance, as she waited on her “chillun” and insisted upon Mr. Marvin having a third cup of tea. Natalie: A Garden Scout 2011-09-18T02:00:30.203Z Waller could hardly buckle the cantle-straps of Fred's saddle as the little fellow, all eagerness, was bustling about his horse in the dim light of the stable lanterns. Trumpeter Fred A Story of the Plains 2011-09-15T02:00:11.393Z On one of the brightest days of the year in which our story begins, a numerous hunting-party was bustling about an old-fashioned hunting-box which then stood on the borders of the forest. 'Midst the Wild Carpathians 2011-09-09T02:00:57.830Z Now, bustle about, Effie, and get us some nice brown tea and brown toast, while we sit here and chat.” Born to Wander A Boy's Book of Nomadic Adventures 2011-08-31T02:01:32.837Z He bustled about, getting sugar and glasses and some fresh spring water; then speedily tendering me a goblet, produced a black bottle from his trunk. Kitty's Conquest 2011-08-30T02:00:36.270Z "Why then, nothing to speak of," Mistress Blossom replied, bustling about the table, with eyes averted. A Maid of Many Moods 2011-08-23T02:00:27.517Z Blunt was bustling about his duties, every now and then looking over at his soldierly captain. Trumpeter Fred A Story of the Plains 2011-09-15T02:00:11.393Z He bustled about for a moment, murmured something and disappeared instantly. Reminiscences of Anton Chekhov 2011-08-21T02:00:35.470Z Her paradise was not a tranquil one; for the little woman fussed, was over-anxious to please, and bustled about like a true Martha, cumbered with many cares. Little Women or Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy 2011-08-18T02:00:21.810Z He bustled about as fast as he could, and kept the horses moving. Greene Ferne Farm 2011-08-14T02:00:22.210Z Tents were being erected; servants bustled about, and Mona herself, with Miss Webb and one or two gentlemen, seemed to be superintending everything herself. Jill's Red Bag 2011-08-13T02:00:21.893Z She bustled about, brought the sled closer to him, and made Prince stand around properly in his harness. Carolyn of the Corners 2011-08-10T02:00:14.997Z Pep bustled about, broke into whistling and stirred things up so generally that he finally woke Ben Jolly. The Motion Picture Chums at Seaside Park The Rival Photo Theatres of the Boardwalk 2011-08-05T02:00:44.900Z There they saw their smiling porter, now in the neat black dress of a waiter, bustling about. Ruth Fielding Down in Dixie Great Times in the Land of Cotton 2011-07-17T02:00:32.150Z A stocky young man with a black entanglement of coarse curly hair was bustling about among the dancers. Yekl A tale of the New York ghetto 2011-07-13T02:00:17.480Z Frau Gedike bustled about, endeavouring to conceal us well as she could the miserable condition of the room from the penetrating eye of the Geheimrath, but in vain. Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z When Aunty Rose heard the outline of the story she bustled about at once to get the little girl to bed. Carolyn of the Corners 2011-08-10T02:00:14.997Z He bustled about, here and there, making the necessary preparations. The Puddleford Papers, Or Humors of the West 2011-07-12T02:00:33.027Z I thought Dorothy was sound asleep, but it would seem she is still bustling about. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z The old gentleman and his daughter walked the windy platform, and cast rather forlorn glances at the crowd bustling about in the bleak winter sunlight. The Cup of Trembling and Other Stories 2011-07-07T02:00:29.180Z The cook bustled about the tent, pouring out coffee, apologizing, praising this dish or that, and urging them to partake of more, all in one breath. Hope Hathaway A Story of Western Ranch Life 2011-07-07T02:00:27.303Z With these words she left the room, and I heard her bustling about in the kitchen. A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z And there is a bustle about the place just now, because with Wimbledon taking place it is one of the peak times of year for the firm. Bouncing back 2011-06-21T22:52:47Z Mr. Lane bustled about and found chairs for Lucinda and her friends, upon which they composed themselves to watch Tommy interpret Mr. King Laughlin's tuition in the art of acting for the screen. Linda Lee, Incorporated A Novel 2011-06-19T02:00:18.633Z The old woman bustled about cheerfully, commanding Fancy to sit still. The Soul of Susan Yellam 2011-06-16T02:00:19.090Z The publican began to bustle about behind the bar. Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880) 2011-06-15T02:00:22.810Z Ruth and her mother bustled about the house, pretending to do a dozen things, and talked all the while about the fittings and curtains and pictures. The Squire's Daughter 2011-06-13T02:00:25.710Z Mamma was bustling about the room, inwardly longing to begin the passage-at-arms which she knew must soon ensue, and outwardly seeming solicitous for nothing save the comfort of her “dear girl.” Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z The command was followed by a bustling about the decks. The Battleship Boys at Sea Two Apprentices in Uncle Sam's Navy 2011-06-06T02:00:06.803Z The three were in the kitchen where Mrs. Sherwood was bustling about preparing a company dinner. Nan Sherwood on the Mexican Border 2011-05-26T02:00:20.467Z I bustled about him, trying or wishing to do him good, but I did not know how. Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880) 2011-06-15T02:00:22.810Z The young men bustled about with the cups, but Arend only took two for the older ladies, and went near her no more. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z "But you didn't tell me what a gentleman is?" pursued Rotha, beginning now to bustle about and do as she was told. A Letter of Credit 2011-05-20T02:00:40.410Z Their steeds were led away, and Raymond and his father were shown into the largest room of the inn, while the waiting-maids, urged by the host, bustled about preparing the meal. The Winning of the Golden Spurs 2011-05-17T02:00:18.050Z Now she bustled about trying to help them until her curiosity as to what was going on downstairs got the better of her and on some slight pretext she left. Nan Sherwood on the Mexican Border 2011-05-26T02:00:20.467Z But then came a cheerful summons to set off; immediately every one was bustling about gaily; laughter and lively chatter were heard on all sides. White Nights and Other Stories The Novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Volume X 2011-05-07T02:00:35.433Z The footman waited at the carriage door, the public gathered round, the picture-dealer bustled about—there was nothing new in all that. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z So she bustled about, and evinced a knowledge of the menage and the cuisine that raised her greatly in the estimation of her entertainer. Tales from Blackwood Volume 9 2011-04-15T02:00:18.057Z When the Miller entered the garden, he found it all alive--peasants hustling and bustling about, hiding their carts and waggons, some behind the bushes and some behind the ramparts. In the Year '13 A Tale of Mecklenburg Life 2011-04-14T02:00:53.733Z The house was as grandly decorated within as without, and Mary M�ller bustled about amongst the garlands of leaves and flowers in her new red jackonet gown, with a flushed face and red arms. An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. II (of III). (Ut Mine Stromtid) 2011-04-14T02:00:41.313Z There was surprising bustle about the palace, a most noble building, so spacious that it had a room for every day in the year. Granny's Wonderful Chair & Its Tales of Fairy Times 2011-04-12T02:00:26.413Z She bustled about and Rose let her bathe her face with cool water and cologne, and fuss about. Rose of Dutcher's Coolly 2011-04-10T02:00:07.273Z Mrs. Ernest while bustling about in her kitchen saw her visitor approaching, and with broom in hand came out to welcome him. Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale 2011-04-05T02:00:12.720Z Grandma, unsuspecting and happy, was bustling about the living room with a dustdoth, searching for dust. Four and Twenty Beds 2011-03-30T02:00:13.610Z This kept the children busy and out of the way of the girls who bustled about preparing camp for the Grand Council. The Woodcraft Girls in the City 2011-03-27T02:00:11.007Z Hubert was bustling about in attendance upon them; for, though a gaudy trumpeter, he took delight in serving his revered colonel in every possible capacity. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z Josie bustled about helping her lay off her things, pouring water for her and talking on with gleeful flow. Rose of Dutcher's Coolly 2011-04-10T02:00:07.273Z Lea went up to see them, and gave quite a pretty description of the old woman sitting quietly in her room at needlework, while the daughter bustled about. Story of My Life, volumes 1-3 2011-03-20T02:00:26.607Z “You must be,” said Mrs Van Heldre, bustling about him to take his hat and gloves. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z “She’s al’ays been a good neighbour, and a decent, respectable body!” cried Mrs. Blunt, who was bustling about in the cottage, disturbing, by her noisy presence, the chamber of death. The Haunted Room A Tale 2011-03-10T03:00:46.157Z Rameses bustled about, gave the old man water to drink, rubbed vinegar on his temples and forehead, and fanned him. The Pharaoh and the Priest An Historical Novel of Ancient Egypt 2011-03-08T03:00:42.177Z What else can cause such a bustle about a house where trouble has so long prevailed? The Shepherd's Calendar Volume I (of II) 2011-03-05T03:00:28.153Z "Wait just a moment until I have made the tea," answered Queen Grumpy, busily bustling about the kitchen. The Green Forest Fairy Book 2011-03-04T03:01:06.297Z At the stations one heard singing and shouting; the Sergeant gave orders, bustled about and swore, as if to show his importance. Tales by Polish Authors 2011-03-04T03:00:56.713Z Martin was eating his supper when Mrs. Bolland, bustling about the kitchen, made a discovery. The Revellers 2011-02-26T03:00:50.133Z All this was said hurriedly, as he bustled about the room, fussy and impatient, and with an eagerness to be off which certainly surprised her. Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume II. 2011-02-18T03:00:19.343Z So busy was Miss Judy by this time, bustling about, preparing the little offering, that she hardly observed Merica's sudden reappearance, and did not think to hold her to an accounting for her absence. Oldfield A Kentucky Tale of the Last Century 2011-02-13T03:00:19.953Z The little hard lines had gone from her face, and she bustled about, a most efficient mistress, encouraging the small maid to do her best work, and helping with her own capable hands. The Setons 2011-02-10T03:00:48.400Z Stepping on to the Admiralty Pier, I saw a telegraph boy bustling about among the passengers from the packet with a telegram in his hand. The Blind Mother and The Last Confession 2011-02-03T03:00:11.867Z With a great bustling about and a lot of excited exclamations the seniors pulled Rattleton up and started him off as fast as he could go toward the college. Frank Merriwell's Return to Yale 2011-02-03T03:00:10.883Z The old servant was bustling about in her kitchen, among her pots and pans, as if some festival were in preparation. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z One little Sparrow, bustling about more than the others, recognized Verotchka and called out! Verotchka's Tales 2011-01-24T03:00:16.880Z Servants ran up and down stairs, cooks and maids bustled about the kitchens and pantries. Success and How He Won It 2011-01-23T03:00:12.077Z The emigrants, uneasy in their minds, bustled about; women fell a-weeping; relations sought one another; an old man bent with age, and walking awry like a crab, moved to and fro. Six Women and the Invasion 2011-01-18T03:00:13.193Z Wade and the old man stared at each other stupidly while the cook bustled about his task. King Spruce, A Novel 2011-01-15T03:00:34.400Z Rose's request was most graciously received, for the old woman seemed to regard them as most welcome cheerers of her solitude, and bustled about with an infectious cordiality that set them at their ease directly. Silver Pitchers: and Independence A Centennial Love Story 2011-01-13T03:01:02.190Z The mother was always bustling about, but the daughter would not do anything. Basque Legends With an Essay on the Basque Language 2011-01-11T03:00:33.670Z While we sprawled on the porch she bustled about for buttermilk. My Actor-Husband A true story of American stage life 2011-01-03T03:01:07.697Z In the barn below the refugees were bustling about noisily. Six Women and the Invasion 2011-01-18T03:00:13.193Z So Betty bustles about, and has dinner ready as usual when the children come in. Betty's Battles an Everyday Story 2011-01-02T03:00:19.670Z He bustled about, and in a short time managed to launch a leaky-looking old tub, into which he stepped, while I squatted down in the sheets. The Man from Archangel and Other Tales of Adventure 2011-01-01T03:00:24.903Z The fat Waldemar bustled about all night, conscientiously, because it was the master's order, but without conviction, because it was impossible for a stranger to hide among ruins which were so well-watched. 813 2010-12-28T03:00:13.553Z They immediately began to bustle about like seamen in a gale of wind, and, in a few minutes, each of the five mules had a cloth tied over his eyes. Adventures Among the Red Indians Romantic Incidents and Perils Amongst the Indians of North and South America 2010-12-20T17:12:20.420Z On the other hand there were a great many grey-clad Germans in the streets with their helmets on, bustling about in the best of humour. Six Women and the Invasion 2011-01-18T03:00:13.193Z Betty bustles about, and manages to get some sort of meal ready in time. Betty's Battles an Everyday Story 2011-01-02T03:00:19.670Z And he then set himself to repair the mischief he had done, by bustling about to procure the necessary remedies, which at last succeeded in restoring Catherine to consciousness. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 14 All was bustle among the freemen; the rival candidates canvassing and treating, and their partisans bustling about everywhere. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 5 Everything was scrupulously clean, and Mrs Slee was bustling about, not looking quite so wan and unsociable as when he saw her first. The Parson O' Dumford Both Elsie and I were glad when Mr. Stennis came back and bustled about, sniffing, growling, and opening windows and doors. Deep Moat Grange She has tried hard—in her own fashion, of course—she has been up early every morning, and bustled about all day. Betty's Battles an Everyday Story 2011-01-02T03:00:19.670Z Then she bustled about the kitchen making the tea and toasting the bread. Rachel Ray She bustled about all the while and kept everything and everybody around her in a whirl of excitement. Old Farm Fairies: A Summer Campaign In Brownieland Against King Cobweaver's Pixies Aunt Frances' fat person was bustling about, and breakfast was in preparation. The Man from Jericho She dried her tears, seized a candle, and flew to the mirror, bustled about with comb and brush, and spread over her yellow face something from various little jars. A Sister's Love A Novel "She may bustle about in there for a few minutes if she likes," he thought; and turned to look for a temporary shelter among the ruins. Regina or the Sins of the Fathers She placed chairs, and bustled about her preparations. Glories of Spain He would rub his hands and chuckle, while Dame Hearty would begin to bustle about to welcome the fresh arrivals. Tales of the Wonder Club Volume I The red firelight shone through the windows, and they could see Aunt Hetty bustling about the kitchen. Norine's Revenge; Sir Noel's Heir Isa was bustling about at the back of the room; she came nearer as she caught sight of me. A Sister's Love A Novel Lycan bustled about, making last minute preparations in the larger compartment. Earth Alert! Excited officials, red-faced and perspiring, bustled about importantly, while from the top of the judge’s stand a portly man bellowed occasional announcements through a megaphone. The Girl Aviators and the Phantom Airship She excused herself after a few minutes and began to bustle about in the kitchen. The Master's Violin The older people, too, were strangely silent, and seemed influenced by the bustle about them. Bee and Butterfly A Tale of Two Cousins And the director bustled about after his overcoat and hat. The Sword of Damocles A Story of New York Life She was bustling about all day, scrubbing, washing, milking the cows, making butter and cheese, and was always singing or humming a tune to herself. On the Heights A Novel She is a very good woman, rather priding herself on setting aside all conventionality, and bustling about the house, and keeping everyone up to their duty but her son! Under the Mendips A Tale Johnny stood for an instant looking at the door in blank amazement, and then began to bustle about the cabin. No Moss The Career of a Rolling Stone Hastily taking off an old tire, assumed to protect her dress, she bustled about to prepare herself to do credit to the family. Father Brighthopes An Old Clergyman's Vacation "Sit down, dear, and rest yourself," said Mrs. Parkes, proceeding to bustle about. John Marsh's Millions While she bustled about he sat quietly and watched her. By Right of Conquest A Novel Then she hastened upstairs and found Susan and Mary bustling about for departure. Under the Mendips A Tale The Crusoe men began to bustle about in a state of intense excitement, and the other burglar leaped over the rail to assist his companion. No Moss The Career of a Rolling Stone Nuthatches, the white-bellied and the Canadian, bustle about the tree trunks, bent on making the most of their time while Jack Frost spares the insect life. Sigurd Our Golden Collie and Other Comrades of the Road Concealing my discomfiture as well as I was able, I bustled about, and finally secured a place for my companion at one of the side-tables. Jack Hinton The Guardsman On this occasion she had, with the best intention, bustled about; but had always done precisely the reverse of what she was told to do. Her Season in Bath A Story of Bygone Days "She bustles about every morning, rubbing and dusting, and then she is knitting socks enough to last Falcon till he is twenty, and all kinds of things for your baby." Under the Mendips A Tale She bustled about the girl when they reached the latter’s stateroom 91 and soon had Jeanne snugly in bed. A Daughter of the Union ‘Of course you would,’ said Jill, in much distress, and she began bustling about the room and making preparations for tea in quite a flustered sort of way. The Youngest Girl in the School A bustle about the church-door, and a band of priests, attendants, and—what pleased me most—a troop of pretty little girls came, two and two, down the steps, and into the road. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. 22, March, 1852, Volume 4. Mrs Jenkles was very quiet as she bustled about and cleared the table, before once more taking her place on the other side of the fire. Thereby Hangs a Tale Volume One He could hardly have imagined this strange being bustling about over such commonplace work as rummaging out food. John Ames, Native Commissioner A Romance of the Matabele Rising My faithful Michael, and our other servants, bustled about in preparation for the morrow's work. With Ring of Shield I leaned out of the window to see which of Heaven’s host might be on our side, and there beheld I good trusty Mars, very red and heated, bustling about his setting. Rewards and Fairies "We wished to sit up for your ladyship so that you would not have to wait outside for us," answered the old woman, bustling about her mistress and taking the heavy cloak from her shoulders. The Golden Age in Transylvania "I have no words for what I feel, Rogers," said I, bustling about to collect my stray articles through the room. A Day's Ride A Life's Romance Safely anchored, the engineer gone, the old Captain bustling about on the roof of the boat, making all snug and shipshape for the coming night, every heart was light. Dorothy on a House Boat "And some clothes," added the mamma, bustling about. Lulu's Library, Volume II They had arrived at that moment, and the courier was bustling about and giving his orders like one whose master was likely to exact much and pay handsomely. Davenport Dunn, Volume 2 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day Aloft could be heard the firm footfalls of Miss Sanford as she bustled about her room unpacking her belated trunks. A Soldier's Trial An Episode of the Canteen Crusade Almost before he realized what had happened, Jack found himself settled on a comfortable sofa, with Winifred hovering over him, and Mrs. Hamilton and Lizzie bustling about completing the arrangements for his comfort. The Children of the Top Floor So Grace let them both go to bed, and Jessie half waked to hear her bustling about, and coming up herself just after the clock struck twelve. Sowing and Sewing A Sexagesima Story On the deck below people were bustling about and making for the place where the gangplank was to be thrust out presently, and link boat and shore together. Cleek of Scotland Yard Detective Stories But he had often heard the old woman bustling about in there, and as often he would have given his life to know what she had hidden there. Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace "My, but ye be a sight for sore eyes!" he declared as he bustled about preparing hot chocolate and in other ways striving to make his guests comfortable. The Boy Scouts in A Trapper's Camp While this was going on, Mrs. Adamecz was bustling about in the kitchen, and giving every one plenty of work to do. St. Peter's Umbrella "Ah, true, very true," said he, hurriedly, while he bustled about the room, examining the furniture, and inspecting the decorations most narrowly. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Mine host bustled about as the carriage drove up before the door, and his jolly red face grew redder by his vociferous calls for servants. Hansford: A Tale of Bacon's Rebellion Then the old woman glided across the floor in her cocoanut shoes, bustled about now here and now there, and the boy saw she was about to cook him something. Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace Summoning up all her courage, she went out to the scullery, where her aunt was bustling about, grumbling to herself all the time. Better than Play We could plainly see the stern old Rear Admiral bustling about on the gallant Grandmother of the Seas, as I may term the noble craft, and hear him swearing in his iron-plated manner. The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers. Series 3 Overjoyed, Jane bustled about, and quickly put the children to bed; and when Richard entered the kitchen again, she was sitting with needle in hand and a pile of ragged garments by her side. For John's Sake and Other Stories. He began bustling about with more activity, and giving his orders in a louder voice. Si Klegg, Book 6 (of 6) Si And Shorty, With Their Boy Recruits, Enter On The Atlanta Campaign All was rush and bustle about the railroad yard. Si Klegg, Book 5 (of 6) The Deacon's Adventures At Chattanooga In Caring For The Boys The Lieutenant was bustling about, hurrying the completion of the work before night. Si Klegg, Book 2 (of 6) Thru The Stone River Campaign And In Winter Quarters At Murfreesboro He fancies he sees the cooks bustling about, the stoves glowing with forge-like fires, the two magnificent turkeys, filled, crammed, marbled with truffles.... Devil Stories An Anthology "I dare say it has," said Susan, bustling about, and hurrying her husband's tea. For John's Sake and Other Stories. Posy bustled about between kitchen and sitting room, laying a round table in the latter room for tea for the expected guests. The Corner House Girls in a Play How they rehearsed, how they acted, and what the play brought in “Did you speak to me, ma’am?” asked Katie, who was bustling about, preparing to light the lamp. Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part Mrs. Norton was bustling about from the kitchen to the dining room. The Coming of the Law There was dash and energy in him, he sang and whistled, as he bustled about. Ditte: Girl Alive! Half ashamed of herself, Jane bustled about, and soon had tea waiting. For John's Sake and Other Stories. He bustled about, completing his toilet, and ten minutes later the two young men started out together with a lightness of spirit which each enjoyed and neither wholly understood. The Girl in the Mirror The band was thundering out Sousa's "High School Cadet's March," the school officials, the judges, and reporters, and some with less purpose were bustling about discussing and conferring. The Upward Path A Reader For Colored Children She was an adept in all household concerns, and there was something amazingly pretty in her energetic way of bustling about, and "putting things to rights." The May Flower, and Miscellaneous Writings The Judge had gone about his affairs, her aunt was deep in her siesta, the Mexican woman was bustling about in the kitchen. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance Charley glancing at him wonderingly out of the tail of his eye, bustled about talking foolishly. The Deaves Affair Where then is the propriety of making such a bustle about the malice or innocence of the intention? The Trial of Theodore Parker For the "Misdemeanor" of a Speech in Faneuil Hall against Kidnapping, before the Circuit Court of the United States, at Boston, April 3, 1855, with the Defence Militia men lose no time in reporting for duty, and volunteers bustle about to secure places in the ranks of their favorite regiments. Our campaign around Gettysburg Being a memorial of what was endured, suffered and accomplished by the Twenty-third regiment (N. Y. S. N. G.) and other regiments associated with them, in their Pennsylvania and Maryland campaign, during the second rebel invasion of the loyal states in June-July, 1863 The deacon's lady bustled about the house with an air of wonderful mystery, and even gave her directions about eggs and raisins in a whisper, lest they should possibly let out some eventful secret. The May Flower, and Miscellaneous Writings As the younger girl bustled about, the elder put on a fresher dress, and smoothed and plaited her hair. The Plow-Woman Left comfortably free from crowding, Meg bustled about, removing from the small oven the belated “steak an’ ’taties” which had long been drying there. A Sunny Little Lass Toby could be seen bustling about as though he had heard Steve’s whoop, now and again he would stand and shade his eyes with his hand as he stared into the darkness over the fire. Jack Winters' Campmates There was a great bustle about the inn. With Ethan Allen at Ticonderoga Every evening she would bustle about her father with an air of such great mystery, and seek to pique his curiosity by most skilful hints, such as,— "I know somefing! but I s'ant tell you." The May Flower, and Miscellaneous Writings Then she bustled about, took her cloak and hat, went to the window, and opened it. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries Masterpieces of German Literature Vol. 19 He did not linger talking, but bustled about helping the women into the wagons. Peggy Owen and Liberty The girl bustled about, lightening his work by her smile. Seven Keys to Baldpate Old Pine, of course not at all affected, bustled about in the more practical matter of getting coffee and cutting meat; and after a moment I aroused myself to help him. Gold I could never bear to be bustling about nothing; I was ashamed of this toy kingdom from the first; I could not tolerate that people should fancy I believed in a thing so patently absurd! The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 7 (of 25) She began to bustle about in the kitchen and look into all the corners to see if the maid had not again put something aside for one of her followers. Absolution What good luck brought you?' he kept repeating, bustling about the room like one who both imagines himself and wishes to show himself delighted. Fathers and Children The heart of Leslie, nevertheless, as she bustled about, 349seeing to it that every one was provided with refreshment, confessed a point of bitterness. Aurora the Magnificent Nataline the second was bustling about the kitchen of the lighthouse, humming a little song, as I sat there with my friend Baptiste, snugly sheltered from the night fury of the first September storm. The Unknown Quantity A Book of Romance and Some Half-Told Tales He bustles about and openly raves and roars against all Christendom. Epistle Sermons, Vol. III Trinity Sunday to Advent On the platform before he arrived there were three A.P.M.'s bustling about and chasing away the few spectators. General Bramble "Better have some lunch before you start back," suggested Blink, and bustling about had soon set out an appetizing repast. The Royal Book of Oz In which the Scarecrow goes to search for his family tree and discovers that he is the Long Lost Emperor of the Silver Island He paused a moment on the corner, enjoying the never-ending bustle about the city's gateway. Fire Mountain A Thrilling Sea Story One morning Miss Penny was bustling about her shop, feeding the birds and talking to Miss Prudence, the door between the two rooms being open. Mrs. Tree Then after having had her say, the old woman dropped the subject to bustle about her kitchen and prepare a special supper for Bet and her chums, a thing she loved to do. The Merriweather Girls and the Mystery of the Queen's Fan He bustled about and insinuated himself everywhere, appearing where least expected; he made long excursions on the embankment, rowed in a boat over Menzaleh, venturing at times far and wide. In Desert and Wilderness Reed and Harris were bustling about, assembling the packers and cracking jokes as they strapped the chairs to the men’s backs. Carmen Ariza She glanced up at the clock, and then at Micky’s photograph––but to-day he seemed to be looking past her into the room to where June was bustling about, and she gave a little sigh. The Phantom Lover In the meantime, a multitude of servants were bustling about the improvised fireplaces, some engaged in plucking chickens, others in washing rice and roasting pig. Friars and Filipinos An Abridged Translation of Dr. Jose Rizal's Tagalog Novel, 'Noli Me Tangere.' She preaches in the style of the auction room, she beats drums and shakes tambourines in the streets, she affects criminals and dotes on vice, she bustles about the reformation of confirmed topers. Flowers of Freethought (Second Series) "I'll have it ready sooner than that," said Maria, bustling about. What She Could Carmen’s throat filled as she watched the old woman bustling about the wretched room and making a feeble attempt at order. Carmen Ariza She bustled about, talking the whole time; if she noticed the constraint between the other two she said nothing till tea was ready, and she sat down amongst the mauve cushions with a breathless sigh. The Phantom Lover After breakfast, Maria Clara occupied herself with some embroidery while her aunt bustled about with a duster removing the traces of the social event of the preceding evening. Friars and Filipinos An Abridged Translation of Dr. Jose Rizal's Tagalog Novel, 'Noli Me Tangere.' Fouchette had arranged her shaded lamp, drawn up the easy-chair and settled the young man in it, she flung her hat on the bed and bustled about to get some supper. Mlle. Fouchette A Novel of French Life They came grumbling down to the kitchen, where the good little Red Hen, looking as bright as a sunbeam, was bustling about. The Cock, The Mouse and the Little Red Hen an old tale retold The Alcalde, bustling about, panting and perspiring, was distributing countless orders among his willing assistants. Carmen Ariza You bustle about and find a post for Esther, and I’ll love you for ever. The Phantom Lover Auntie Jan put on a blue dressing-gown over the long white garment that she wore, and bustled about. Jan and Her Job There was enough appearing on the surface to make him uneasy; and he paid no attention to Miss Collins, who brought in the supper and bustled about rather more than was necessary. Diana Dwarfed, apish creature, with tiny limbs, and chests that stood out like barrels, they bustled about, chattering in shrill voices that seemed like the piping of birds. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, August 1930 And Madame Stock bustled about and half tore off her cuirass, pitched her helmet in the corner and looked very much alive and young. Melomaniacs June was bustling about, making a great clatter with the teacups. The Phantom Lover Philippa bustled about the breakfast table, as if her own heart was not working like a wheezy pair of bellows. The Harmsworth Magazine, v. 1, 1898-1899, No. 2 Mrs. Starling bustled about setting the table; with cold pork and pickles, and cheese and berry pie, and piles of bread brown and white. Diana Captains were bustling about with their last preparations. Mayflower (Flor de mayo) A Tale of the Valencian Seashore He turned back into the inn and sought his landlord, who was smoking a cigar in the kitchen while the maids bustled about. The Spanish Jade She looked on with a slightly dazed feeling while June Mason lit a cigarette and bustled about the room. The Phantom Lover Edith, removing her things, bustled about, and soon had a cheerful fire and an appetizing meal prepared. The Masked Bridal Mrs. Starling, bustling about as usual within the house and never looking out, presently hearing the gate latch, called out—"Who's that?" Diana And the little man bustled about, put on his cap, gave a few orders to his subordinates, and then led us, through another outside-door, into the prison. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 86, December, 1864 Marie, who was bustling about the room getting things orderly for the night, heard a little gasp and turned in alarm. The Very Small Person June was bustling about the room 113 fetching cushions and a light rug which she had laid over Esther. The Phantom Lover They do not care to hurry and bustle about, but take their own time. Australia Revenged He looked at me as if struck with my enthusiasm, and I bustled about. The First Violin A Novel The great wheel beside the mill end of the main structure had not yet begun to turn, but there was plenty of bustle about the pleasant house. Ruth Fielding at Briarwood Hall or Solving the Campus Mystery In one place a number of soldiers from the cantonments were bidding on some glassware offered at auction, and in another mothers of families and khansamahs were bustling about engaging their necessary household supplies. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 89, May, 1875 So she bustled about the kitchen, pretending to be busy, washing up the tea-things, and sweeping the fireside, and stopping every now and then to wipe away the tears that would come in her eyes. Poppy's Presents The ceremony at three was short, almost hurried, so great was the bustle about the house and yard. They of the High Trails Supper was in progress, with the capable Mrs. Smith bustling about. Valley of Wild Horses Geordie bustled about, assisting to take out the luggage, while Sir Marmaduke was standing in the lobby with his lady alongside of him. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume VI The hens were scratching and bustling about in great excitement, while one of the roosters, standing on top of the fence, preached them a sermon on keeping their tempers. Five Mice in a Mouse-trap by the Man in the Moon. She seemed to have no heart to bustle about that morning. Poppy's Presents He began by bustling about, and walking as though he was out for a wager, and speaking as though he expected people to do things in a minute; but he soon got over that. Miss Grantley's Girls And the Stories She Told Them He could think of it bustling about the work of a great organization during the daytime, but when night came it was a different matter. Jennie Gerhardt A Novel Then lighting the fire,—for the morning was raw and chilly though it was May,—she bustled about the room till Dorry was very wide-awake indeed. Donald and Dorothy But Duncan was bustling about the room in aimless delight. Duncan Polite The Watchman of Glenoro Ralph found his mother bustling about at a great rate when he reached home. Ralph on the Overland Express The Trials and Triumphs of a Young Engineer She almost wished to have the stillness again that had so oppressed her an hour ago, they talked and laughed so loudly and so much, and bustled about so noisily over everything they did. The Grey Woman and other Tales There was a little bustle about the door of the farm-house as the children wearily came up to it. The Cuckoo Clock He could think of nothing else—could neither sit nor stand, but fretted and bustled about the house with the impatience of a child. When Dreams Come True "I wonder if it was a sunstroke, poor young man!" exclaimed Mrs. McNabb, bustling about with motherly anxiety. Duncan Polite The Watchman of Glenoro She bustled about, had her way, and to the amazement of every one Mrs. Carnegie submitted to a drive for an hour in an open carriage. Frances Kane's Fortune Mrs. Goode was bustling about, and received me with open arms. The Homesteaders A Novel of the Canadian West Mr. Stewart had had fine luck fishing, but he said he felt plumb left out with so much bustling about and he not helping. Letters on an Elk Hunt "I haven't a minute to waste," she said to herself after they had gone, bustling about as she spoke. Good Luck Mrs. Chichester, the keeper of the Huntington Tavern, is bustling about her kitchen, when Lieutenant Drew enters the back door. The Story of Nathan Hale "Yes indeed, why not?" said Madge, bustling about with great activity. Nobody This is really quite jolly,” she added, bustling about, showing Virginia where to find things. Hepsey Burke One morning Annie was bustling about their tiny dining room preparing the table for their frugal luncheon. The Third Degree A Narrative of Metropolitan Life She got up and began to bustle about. The Campfire Girls of Roselawn Or, a Strange Message from the Air Kate opened the window, bustled about putting the room to rights. The Readjustment Miss Fortune bustled about a few minutes in silence, setting some things on the table and filling the teapot. The Wide, Wide World A bustle about the church-door, and a band of priests, attendants, and—what pleased me most—a troop of pretty little girls came, two and two, down the steps, and into the road. A Tramp's Wallet stored by an English goldsmith during his wanderings in Germany and France The good woman bustled about, and eventually the family drew up round the tea table. Christopher Hibbault, Roadmaker And then a gate opened, and the bustle about them thickened, and laughing faces grew pale, and last words faltered. The Beloved Woman He bustled about, even trying to hum a tune, his old battle song, "My Love, be on thy guard." The End of the Rainbow There they were met with a generous warmth of sympathy and hospitality; the spare chamber was opened, and the farm wife bustled about, turning down the bed and bringing what comforts the house possessed. Seven Miles to Arden As soon as the word reached Craig-Ellachie that Gavin was to be sent home to Canada, Orchard Glen began to bustle about for a grand celebration when he arrived. In Orchard Glen Neither rising, bowing, nor bustling about to show off his goods, the white figure lay still, looking dreamily through and beyond us. In the Tail of the Peacock There was still a bustling about the carriage, as if some one had just been handed into it. The Free Lances A Romance of the Mexican Valley They were now bustling about to get Betty some supper, and she frankly confessed that she was very hungry, which seemed to vastly please the good women. Betty Leicester A Story For Girls They bustled about in silence to the accompanying pounding and scraping of the tinker, who worked unceasingly. Seven Miles to Arden Her mother went slowly to her room, and Christina bustled about the kitchen. In Orchard Glen With a song in her heart, she was up and bustling about. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton Mrs. McDougall bustled about, and got the breakfast—porridge without milk—set everything in order, then went up to see to her mother, just as if nothing had happened. Little Folks (November 1884) A Magazine for the Young There should be no bustling about nothing; no busy idleness; no fighting against time; no unnecessary labour, nor useless exhaustion of the pupil's energies. A Practical Enquiry into the Philosophy of Education Within five minutes after that there was bustling about the passages and hall of the Crown Hotel. Sir Harry Hotspur of Humblethwaite "Now, just let's cheer up and don't worry about it at all," she exclaimed bustling about with an air that was a real tonic. In Orchard Glen She bustled about pretending to set things to rights, but her heart was heavy with apprehension. The Panchronicon She bustled about; brought doughnuts and a pitcher of water. Nine Little Goslings I said we would tell her all the news whilst we had breakfast, so she bustled about and got the meal ready very quickly. To Mars via The Moon An Astronomical Story So she bustled about from morning till night; packed what was to go and what was to be left; grew very cheery over her work, and cheered and amused her mother. The End of a Coil They washed their hands, changed their shoes and put away their big hats, and all three bustled about getting tea. In Orchard Glen She bustled about: keeping an eye alert for the effect of her promises. The Mother She was bustling about her little cabin, setting things to rights, and singing for joy. Virginia of Elk Creek Valley Then somewhat awkwardly I explained my business, and, mentioning Jasper, asked if he would lend me a horse, whereupon he called to the cheerful, neatly-dressed woman bustling about the stove: “Hurry on that dinner, Jess!” Lorimer of the Northwest As for myself, no one can say that I lack the sporting spirit, and if I am late in the field it is because there is not enough noise and bustle about our Hunt. Punch or the London Charivari, October 10, 1920 Porters in white aprons and number-plates bustled about the passengers and seized their boxes. The House with the Mezzanine and Other Stories The arrival of such a large party caused some consternation, but the host and his servants bustled about cheerfully, and the soldiers were soon sitting down to a rough but abundant meal. My Sword's My Fortune A Story of Old France "How nice that today is pleasant, so you can have your May Day exercises outdoors," Mrs. Martin said, as she bustled about getting her children's breakfast on the table. Jerry's Charge Account The boys bustled about, Fah Moo, meanwhile, rushing around, clutching his stomach and howling at the top of his voice. The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley or Diamond X and the Poison Mystery The boats had returned, and there was a pleasant bustle about the little settlement. The Copper Princess A Story of Lake Superior Mines When Elizabeth arrived, the old couple bustled about the bright carpeted room, making it comfortable, and cooing over the return of their prodigal, till a heaven of homeness was made of her advent. The Wind Before the Dawn When the lymphatic giantess falls into a faint or goes off into hysterics, she storms, or bustles about, or holds on like a game terrier, according to the work on hand. Modern Women and What is Said of Them A Reprint of A Series of Articles in the Saturday Review (1868) Then the old miner bustled about to get the whole party something to eat and to drink. The Rover Boys in Alaska or Lost in the Fields of Ice Henry bustled about, and handed a dish or two. Tom Brown at Oxford As for the old hostess, she bustled about with wonderful activity to prepare supper for the great man. Stories of Many Lands While Ernest’s clothes were drying the Indian woman was bustling about the stove. A Cousin's Conspiracy A Boy's Struggle for an Inheritance He had now a comfortably furnished house and a well-cultivated farm, while a stout wife, and plenty of servants, bustled about the premises. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 380, June, 1847 I'll get it good and early," said Hannah, starting suddenly from her chair, and beginning to bustle about again, after she had asked me about some people at home whom she knew; "Cynthy! An Arrow in a Sunbeam and Other Tales When he reached the abode of Destiny he saw a magnificent palace full of servants constantly bustling about and doing nothing. Laboulaye's Fairy Book The good woman was bustling about preparing the eggs. Tom, The Bootblack or, The Road to Success Harriet, who was not going with them, but who was going to help Aunt Bessie keep house until they came back, was bustling about, pulling down shades and closing and 51 locking doors. Sunny Boy in the Country Evidently something had occurred to excite the inmates, for people were bustling about the door, and there was unusual excitement for that late hour of the night. The International Magazine, Volume 2, No. 3, February, 1851 He bustled about cheerily, cooking his fried potatoes and scraps of meat, and boiling his tea. A Spoil of Office A Story of the Modern West He bustled about the boat and replied: "A-course we be, if 'tis fit." A Poor Man's House The servants were bustling about in clean aprons and caps. A Son of Hagar A Romance of Our Time Araminta bustled about, washing the table top and putting away the salt and sugar and spice box and all the things Grandma had used for her baking. Sunny Boy in the Country Sylvia sat rigidly on her chair, absorbing the scene with her apparently sleepy eyes; while Mrs. Sheridan bustled about, talking unceasingly, as she spread a clean table cloth and prepared the tea for her guests. Grey Town An Australian Story The squaw was more demonstrative, for, after bustling about the half-expired fire for awhile, she brought forward a piece of meat which she had taken extra pains in cooking and placed it at his disposal. Camp-fire and Wigwam The heavy woman bustled about for her things without saying a word to her husband and the young men until she was ready for departure. The Mission of Janice Day The girls were bustling about, all enthusiasm, while the boys, assuming an air of importance, found many points to investigate. The Motor Girls on Crystal Bay or, The Secret of the Red Oar Several people were bustling about here, all seeming to be very busy and preoccupied. Patty's Success As Miss Bender talked, she had bustled about, and thrown open the six windows of the large room, into which Bertha had taken the girls. Patty's Summer Days It shall do her good to bustle about at Selwick, as she will if she’s mistress for a bit, and I’ll try and see that she does no mischief, so far as I can.” It Might Have Been The Story of the Gunpowder Plot It's not altogether sure in my mind," he said in a voice too low for Mrs. Day to hear as she bustled about the kitchen, "that Marty is really with Janice. The Mission of Janice Day Again the old woman began to bustle about, and to open the drawers of her commode. A Nobleman's Nest Old Madge gat her up, and bustled about, unpacking of the basket, and crying out o’ pleasure as she came to each thing and told what it were. Joyce Morrell's Harvest The Annals of Selwick Hall He had risen at nine, as was his custom, and before ten he was bustling about with his hat and gloves. Ralph the Heir It's the Lord's doings—it's marvellous in our eyes," said C�sar; and Grannie, who had recovered herself and was bustling about, cried— "Let me have a right look at him, then. The Manxman A Novel - 1895 She bustled about with Janice, clearing the table and washing the supper dishes. The Mission of Janice Day Some men will even pride themselves, and say, 'What a clever fellow I am!—I lie around, but the others, the fools, bustle about.' A Nobleman's Nest “How a little sleep does refresh one!” she said to herself, as she was bustling about. A Chosen Few Short Stories She was sure that Mrs. Sessions would bustle about and find her a respectable place where she would have to be cheery. The Job An American Novel In the kitchen Aunt Maria was busy bustling about the morning work, getting breakfast, washing the dishes and sweeping. Tabitha at Ivy Hall So”—he went on, as he began to bustle about—“you did find—something?” The Herapath Property Ah, here thou art, here thou art,"—she began, avoiding his gaze, and bustling about—"well, how do you do? A Nobleman's Nest She bustled about unceasingly; but showed neither anxiety nor inclination to offer them any refreshment. Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 “Lucky we got the worms; you can eat ’em if you can’t wait for fish,” said Tommy, bustling about to empty the basket and pile up their few possessions in a heap. The Candy Country He hated to betray himself under the eyes of the red woman; and he bustled about, averting his face from her. Two on the Trail A Story of the Far Northwest While Ernest's clothes were drying the Indian woman was bustling about the stove. The Young Bank Messenger "He's done enough tricks for one night," replied Aunt Sallie, as she bustled about to get supper, while Uncle Toby put the car out of the storm. The Curlytops and Their Playmates or Jolly Times Through the Holidays She bustled about with that tyrannical capability that reduces every one near it to a state of helpless dependence. Mr. Opp "I'm ravenous," she said, as she bustled about among our stores. Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1909 to 1922 "I've found out who it is Miss Price reminds me of," she said, as she bustled about the range. Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904 Marco bustled about with an air of great importance, taking the hatchet from the back of the wagon, and advancing towards the tree, as if he expected to sunder it at a single blow. Forests of Maine Marco Paul's Adventures in Pursuit of Knowledge Accordingly, a few minutes later, Frances, bustling about her kitchen, became aware of her master standing in the doorway. Margaret Montfort Manuela had risen from her despairing position, and was now bustling about the hut, brushing, smoothing, tidying up, with an air of smiling alacrity. Rita The band was thundering out "Sousa's High School Cadet's March," the school officials, the judges, and reporters, and some with less purpose were bustling about, discussing and conferring. The heart of happy hollow A collection of stories "That's so," assented Mrs. March, bustling about to stir up the fire. Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904 All the rest bustled about him as he smoothed his feathers to make his manners to the Phœnix. Seven Little People and their Friends He bustled about, washing some rice, then making the fire. The Rich Little Poor Boy Saxe bustled about, and soon had the fire crackling and the coffee kettle full of fresh cold water over the bright flame. The Crystal Hunters A Boy's Adventures in the Higher Alps Some ran laughing and bustling about, one on the top of another, in order immediately to procure us what we wanted, one held the mirror, another the shaving-brush, a third the soap, &c. The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II And, as Marta brought in one lighted lamp and then bustled about lighting another, he stood in clear view of them all. The Return of Peter Grimm Novelised From the Play The steward comes round to look after his perquisites, and every one is in a bustle about something or other. A Boy's Voyage Round the World Mother set him gently on the ground, dried her eyes, and began to bustle about. Chatterbox, 1906 Like the Mansons; Oh, that spreading of shawls, and bustle about the sandwiches, before they could give a look at the waterfall! Deerbrook He stood there a moment longer, looking blankly at the two elder women as they bustled about the prostrate girl, and then he gave a bitter, defiant laugh. The Tinted Venus A Farcical Romance The little man clambered on deck and bustled about, giving orders to the sailor who was stowing the lunch and ammunition. The Root of Evil The two men now sat at the table, and Carrie and Johnny bustled about and helped them as they ate and drank. Shadows of Shasta The subject was over, and she bustled about preparing the meal, and chatting about the sea and the French sea-folk. Chatterbox, 1906 He went to the fire-place and touched an electric button, then he bustled about the room getting Jones’ garments together. The Man Who Lost Himself They hovered and bustled about the club all the evening, taking leave of friends and settling affairs. The Relief of Mafeking How it Was Accomplished by Mahon's Flying Column; with an Account of Some Earlier Episodes in the Boer War of 1899-1900 He bustled about with an alertness that seemed to be prepared for anything that might happen. A Little Union Scout Elizabeth could not refrain from smiling slightly, but she carefully explained to Peace the meaning of the perplexing phrase, as she bustled about her preparations for supper, and the incident was apparently forgotten. The Lilac Lady Mrs. Underhill goes downstairs and bustles about the supper as a relief from the strain. A Little Girl of Long Ago Delia, full of sympathy and the desire to help, was bustling about nervously, tripping over bandages and upsetting bottles of liniment, but meaning so well all the while that one could not discourage her. The Governess At Surfside workmen bustled about, hurrying across the lawn with boards, paint pots, and hammers. Walter and the Wireless The small, temporary bustle about the waiting train was not discordant with the dreamy, restful look of the whole picture. The Continental Monthly, Vol 6, No 5, November 1864 Devoted To Literature And National Policy Ramses bustled about, gave the old man water to drink, rubbed vinegar on his temples and forehead, and fanned him. The Pharaoh and the Priest An Historical Novel of Ancient Egypt There was a great bustling about in the house of mourning. The Day of Wrath The door-bell was heard ringing, but no one seemed to pay any attention to it until they heard the whistle that followed; then everybody bustled about. The Music Master Novelized from the Play The general, who had been bustling about the house, giving directions to the servants, and trying to entertain the other guests, at length entered the drawing-room to which Lady Castleton had been conveyed. Won from the Waves I was never so bustled about before in all my life. Dick, Marjorie and Fidge A Search for the Wonderful Dodo We all worked at spreading out the contents of the hampers, while the road-mender and his family bustled about, not as inferiors with the hope of a tip, but helping us as friends and hosts. The Car of Destiny All the day before he had been bustling about among his parishioners, aiding them with his counsel, and assisting them in their preparations. The Hunters' Feast Conversations Around the Camp Fire They could hear the veteran bustling about upstairs, hurriedly donning his uniform. Tonio, Son of the Sierras A Story of the Apache War He was glad he had come; for the bees were bustling about in great confusion and distress, evidently aware that something great was the matter. The Settlers at Home There go the two stout padrés of the mission, bustling about in their long gowns of coarse serge, with bead-string and crucifix dangling to their knees, and scalp-lock close shaven. The White Chief A Legend of Northern Mexico She was bustling about as she spoke, opening and shutting drawers, standing on tip-toe to peer over kitchen shelves, lifting the lids of dishes upon the dresser. The Love Affairs of Pixie “You are in good time,” said Johnny, bustling about the fire with an air of official dignity, “the first bell hasn’t rung yet.” The Island Home Waiters, hired for the occasion from the club, bustled about hither and thither like madmen, in black frock coats and soiled white neckties. The Slanderer 1901 Eloquent bustled about putting the remains of Miss Buttermish tidily into his suit-case while the grey eyes followed his movements with amused interest. The Ffolliots of Redmarley Meanwhile the husband bustled about and gave us tea. Cinderella in the South Twenty-Five South African Tales There was much bustle about the old Red Mill. Ruth Fielding and the Gypsies The Missing Pearl Necklace As soon as I told him of the presence of the Tsaritza he bustled about, and in his oldest robe, rusty, travel-worn and frayed, he accompanied me to the fine church of Bogoroditsky. The Minister of Evil The Secret History of Rasputin's Betrayal of Russia Only the lawyer, Mr. Pleydell, was wholly master of the situation, and bustled about, putting everybody at their ease. Red Cap Tales Stolen from the Treasure Chest of the Wizard of the North "There's too much hurry and bustle about this kind of warfare," said he. At the Point of the Sword "This is my new 'prentice, Mrs. Bickford," said the blacksmith, by way of introduction, to a spare, red headed woman, who was bustling about the kitchen, where the table was spread. The Young Acrobat of the Great North American Circus Industrious, skilful, with little ambition, they bustled about their narrow streets, jostling those at their elbow and uttering slander against those out of hearing. The Swedish Revolution Under Gustavus Vasa How we all bustled about, packing up, buying papers and magazines just from the steamer, sealing and stamping letters, making notes in diaries, taking kodak views, saying good-bye to acquaintances, ad infinitum. A Woman who went to Alaska And then inextinguishable laughter arose among the immortal gods, when they saw Vulcan bustling about 69 through the mansion. The Iliad of Homer (1873) Well, very early in the morning, long before it was light, she heard someone moving, bustling about the room. Russian Fairy Tales A Choice Collection of Muscovite Folk-lore Charmian bustled about, and made a fire of lightwood, and then kindled her spirit lamp, and made tea, which she brought to Cornelia. The Coast of Bohemia "Them miners is a hard set," she said, as she bustled about us, getting bread and coffee. The Youth's Companion Volume LII, Number 11, Thursday, March 13, 1879 Now for the first time she knew the reason for his change of manner lately, for that bustle about trivial affairs when she was near, that averted eye when she was fond and humorous. Gilian The Dreamer His Fancy, His Love and Adventure Christopher stood in silence whilst his new acquaintance bustled about the room. Cruel Barbara Allen From Coals Of Fire And Other Stories, Volume II. (of III.) Steam cranes groaned and shrieked and rattled; new passengers were coming aboard, driven to madness with luggage; and sundry Dominica tradesmen bustled about, selling curiosities. The Idler Magazine, Volume III, April 1893 An Illustrated Monthly Miss Remson promptly telephoned for her own physician and bustled about, an efficient first aid, until he arrived. Marjorie Dean, College Sophomore Ma Thomas, bustling about with more coffee and a wonderful dessert she had mysteriously prepared, beamed down on them. Kid Wolf of Texas Miss Mary bustled about her kitchen with a liveliness that might have deceived any one but Gilian, who knew her to be in a tremendous perturbation. Gilian The Dreamer His Fancy, His Love and Adventure Three days afterward, he was at a wedding, singing like a thrush, jumping like a kid, and bustling about after his old fashion. The Devil's Pool Now and then, indeed, the people bustled about and shook their chains, as in the times of the institution of the tribune's office, and those of the Gracchi. Aurelian or, Rome in the Third Century A lamp was burning on the mantel, and a pleasant faced old lady was bustling about the stove. Canoe Boys and Campfires Adventures on Winding Waters And she drew her from her eager bustling about the inn-parlour to the place where they had both sat the previous night. Agatha's Husband A Novel She bustled about the fire, but it had so little heart that even her coaxing nearly failed to make it burn. Philosopher Jack They bustled about actively; they were quite sociable and talkative, but no voice was ever raised to a loud pitch. Personal Reminiscences in Book Making and Some Short Stories Further discussion on this point was interrupted by a sharp order from Malines to reduce sail, and the consequent bustling about of the sailors. The Island Queen Soon afterwards the boats left the mission smack, and her crew began to bustle about, making preparation to let down the gear whenever the Admiral should give the signal. The Young Trawler “Dear me!” exclaimed the clerk, bustling about the store while the guide continued to talk. The Young Fur Traders Drawing quickly nearer he perceived that the smoke arose from the garden, and that the people seemed to be bustling about in a state of violent activity. The Settler and the Savage Winder and the other servants were bustling about getting the house in order for its new mistress. The Princess of the School Laughing a little, Paul suffered the man to bustle about. High Noon A New Sequel to 'Three Weeks' by Elinor Glyn “I never saw such a man,” said Kate in a low voice as she bustled about. The Young Trawler Marian was bustling about the cabin, putting things to rights. The Blue Envelope When I awoke in the morning I saw Nancy alone bustling about the room. Peter Trawl The Adventures of a Whaler "How is Aunt Meg now?" she inquired, watching Aunt Debby bustling about on hospitable thoughts intent. Aunt Judith The Story of a Loving Life Then the noise and bustle about my residence was hushed. Mexico and its Religion With Incidents of Travel in That Country During Parts of the Years 1851-52-53-54, and Historical Notices of Events Connected With Places Visited Aunt Hannah had been very busy devoting herself according to her custom in watching attentively while Eliza bustled about, spreading the cloth for high tea—a favourite meal at the Little Manor. The Weathercock Being the Adventures of a Boy with a Bias Nicholas Walters; and as I’m senior, you’ll have to bustle about a bit. Sail Ho! A Boy at Sea He strode furiously up and down the deck; the cook disappeared into the galley, and the two seamen began to bustle about forward. The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant So come, wifey, bustle about, for the children are all crying as though they had not eaten for a week; and I declare that I’m as hungry as any of them.” Featherland How the Birds lived at Greenlawn He was bustling about among them, addressing and exhorting and working them up to a tremendous pitch of excitement, making them shout and cheer till they were hoarse. Fitz the Filibuster Jenny, helped by Molly, bustled about, setting the table, and cutting bread and butter, while Tom drew the ale; and they had just sat down when a little rap came on the door. The Gold that Glitters The Mistakes of Jenny Lavender When you’ve been used to stirring and bustling about, charing and so on, it do seem a bit quiet, I daresay.” Penelope and the Others Story of Five Country Children The following day the skipper spent hard at work with the cargo, bustling about with feverish energy as the afternoon wore on and left him to imagine his rival t�te-�-t�te with Annis. The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant She was evidently well acquainted with the resources of the household, for she bustled about, opening cupboards, and setting tea-things on a tray, as though she were quite at home. Thistle and Rose A Story for Girls She turned her back and began to bustle about with the linen, not looking towards Lilac again. White Lilac; or the Queen of the May Mr. Tanner had gone to bed, but Mrs. Tanner bustled about and tried to comfort him. A Voice in the Wilderness From morning to night she had bustled about the house, assuring herself that everything was in apple-pie order; arranging flowers, putting out treasures of fancy-work, providing comforts for the invalid. Big Game A Story for Girls Oh! how, bustled about amidst a crowd of unsympathising strangers, to whom our domestic life is only an ideality, I longed for the quiet and charm and love of an English home! She and I, Volume 2 A Love Story. A Life History. You oughtn’t to be bustling about so soon after your accident, my dear fellow!” The Ghost Ship A Mystery of the Sea This soon disappeared now when the first mate and Mr Adams, in pursuance of Mr Meldrum’s directions, made them bustle about here and there. The Wreck of the Nancy Bell Cast Away on Kerguelen Land She bustled about to make him some more, and was so kind in buttering his toast and hunting for some jam, that the drooping spirits of the tired-out boy revived wonderfully. The Adventures of a Three-Guinea Watch The boys bustled about, making coffee, broiling steak and reheating the potatoes that had been left over from their own meal. The Grammar School Boys Snowbound or, Dick & Co. at Winter Sports When I was thus bustling about, amidst so many varied phases of life, I could not very well sympathise with the quiet doings of Saint Canon’s. She and I, Volume 2 A Love Story. A Life History. They led their guests, with many apologies and politenesses, up to two large and handsome rooms, and here the host, quite in despair, began to bustle about, and to summon both maid and waiter. The Home We said "no"; but they bustled about, hurrying up their own supper, which was under way when we arrived. Pluck on the Long Trail Boy Scouts in the Rockies The oysters steamed; the heels of the boys' boots thumped in wild delight; the women bustled about; the girls giggled, and the men roared with laughter. Prairie Folks Clement was too new in his riches, however, to realize the extent of all this bustle about him. The Spirit of Sweetwater The strength of the teacher is to bustle about, to give commands, to convey information, to exhort, to expound. What Is and What Might Be A Study of Education in General and Elementary Education in Particular He bustled about till the professor was clothed, then marched him downstairs and gave him a cigar. Love Among the Chickens A Story of the Haps and Mishaps on an English Chicken Farm The boy's sunshiny face, somehow, made the great room brighter, Trafford thought, and Hagar bustled about and poured the coffee with a lighter heart than she had had since leaving her people at Hastings. Culm Rock The Story of a Year: What it Brought and What it Taught He bustled about placing table and chairs, and recklessly dusting them with the clean napkin. Jerry Junior He bustled about placing table and chairs, and recklessly dusting them with the clean napkin. Jerry And yet it is a pleasant work he is engaged in, and his days are passed in the fairest fields; he evidently enjoys his trade even if he does seem to bustle about it. The Spinner's Book of Fiction She was bustling about to make them tea, if her soft, quiet movements could be called bustling. Mary Gray The old doctor bustled about, and said he would search the world over to bring her back. Eventide A Series of Tales and Poems Dan, bustle about; and see the room ready, and all tidy; do you hear? John Bull The Englishman's Fireside: A Comedy, in Five Acts She had reached out for his handbag, and then, bustling about him, drew him into the big "parlor" with its old-fashioned, plush-covered chairs, its picture album, its glass-covered statuary on the old, onyx mantel. The Cross-Cut In the room, Mrs. Hughson was bustling about getting a hot drink. Pirate Gold The Moolahs bustled about as if they had received a fresh demonstration of the authenticity of the prophetic mission. Alroy The Prince Of The Captivity Scene: Melnotte's cottage, widow bustling about, a table spread for supper. Standard Selections A Collection and Adaptation of Superior Productions From Best Authors For Use in Class Room and on the Platform So long as a man bustles about and is in a good set, something always turns up. Henrietta Temple A Love Story Rivers returned soon and took off his overcoat without looking at Bailey, who bustled about getting the supper, his resolute cheerfulness once more aglow. The Moccasin Ranch A Story of Dakota Wanting money on my fountain, I had written to the old wretch, but the moment we met I could see what was coming, so I braved it out, bustled about and made a noise. The Eternal City Swift was bustling about in the royal antechamber, swelling with conscious importance, distributing advice, promising patronage, whispering to ministers, and filling the whole room with his presence. Alexander Pope English Men of Letters Series |
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