| 单词 | condescendingly |
| 例句 | She didn’t smile at me condescendingly or anything like that, which was good. Here to Stay 2018-09-08T00:00:00Z “If someone dared you to eat dirt, you could, couldn’t you?” he asked condescendingly. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z Out of the corner of his eye, he saw the captain and the other naval officers shaking their heads condescendingly. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z He kindly, not in the least condescendingly, bent to speak to the guard, and the three men walked into the hut. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z “Yes, do you know them?” she asked condescendingly, turning halfway toward him. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z “What did you call her?” they asked him condescendingly. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z She patted my arm condescendingly and reached for a length of plastic tubing that hung nearby; it was connected to a pipe that ran up the ladder to the surface. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z Melon de Bourgogne is sometimes referred to condescendingly as a “neutral grape.” For Muscadet, Look Beyond the Obvious 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z He also isn't the female voice that condescendingly announces "We know that you are more than capable of operating a seat belt." John Travolta's pre-flight video provokes crew 2011-03-23T18:24:00Z Likewise, if you find yourself using clichés with a hurtful impact — like condescendingly trying to correct someone with a "Well, actually . . . " — you might skip those words and their intended meaning altogether. Clichés may grate like nails on a chalkboard, but one person’s cliché is another’s sliced bread 2021-11-15T05:00:00Z Imagine a sizable portion of the art world speaking condescendingly of Van Gogh, and you will have some idea of how this makes me feel. From fact to fantasie: discovering the real Schumann 2013-05-18T08:01:32Z The phenomenon of being "big in Japan" dates back to when Japanese record-buyers were condescendingly regarded as kooky and gauche, prone to aiming their affection for western culture at the wrong targets. Big in Japan 2010-03-22T19:00:00Z Despite his almost condescendingly convivial tone, I found in Snyder’s breezy book more substance than all the bloated ur-texts of the field. I was a screenwriting guru groupie 2012-11-24T15:00:00Z Dyer writes condescendingly in his review that “these eagerly anticipated moments actually sound a bit daft—which is not to say that they were without value.” Coltrane’s Free Jazz Wasn’t Just “A Lot of Noise” 2014-11-10T05:00:00Z Very often, Smith finds herself in Werther’s Original movies in which she is condescendingly required to be a feisty oldster. Maggie Smith's 20 best films – ranked! 2019-09-05T04:00:00Z I wanted to say it to the woman who condescendingly remarked, “Not diet? Good for you!” when I popped open a regular Coke at a birthday party. Women: Stop apologizing for eating 2016-09-06T04:00:00Z Yankees fans, flush with twenty-seven World Series championships, are condescendingly magnanimous toward upstart Mets fans, who, by contrast, are relentlessly resentful. Richard Brooks’s “Fever Pitch” Never Got Its Due 2016-10-13T04:00:00Z Older actors usually get to play supporting parts which are sketchily or condescendingly conceived, in movies which are of varying quality, to say the least. The 50 best films of 2015 in the US: No 2 – 45 Years 2015-12-17T05:00:00Z He watches ironically, sometimes condescendingly - "look at their stupid life, they're stupid" - and takes it all in with a grain of salt. TV or reality? Lines blur after death of show star 2013-04-03T10:31:05Z Perhaps it’s this quality that sets her writing apart from the kind of columns that used to appear in Women’s Lives or other condescendingly segregated sections. “Dinner: A Love Story” 2012-07-26T16:25:00Z With the exception of one doctor, the medical experts she consults treat her condescendingly. Movie Review: ‘Decoding Annie Parker’ Follows a Breast Cancer Discovery 2014-05-01T22:30:50Z When I began reading “Psychoanalysis: The Impossible Profession,” I thought condescendingly, “She will get the facts right, and everything else wrong.” When Janet Malcolm Surveyed the World of Psychoanalytic Training 2019-03-08T05:00:00Z He laughed when I called, but not condescendingly. Modern Love: Eating the Forbidden Ham Sandwich 2011-05-05T21:28:33Z Where viewers declare, with their absence, “This movie doesn’t matter to me,” the critic responds, in effect, not, condescendingly, “It should” but confidently, “It will.” The Authentically Pleasurable Nonsense of Predicting Oscar Nominations 2016-01-12T05:00:00Z When he first called his opponent “Secretary Clinton,” he asked her, condescendingly, if that term was O.K. Hillary Clinton’s Miss Universe Moment 2016-09-27T04:00:00Z Some of her white collaborators speak of Holiday condescendingly. ‘Billie’ Review: A Legend, in a Different Light 2020-12-03T05:00:00Z Lots of novelists are peppered with questions about how much of their stories are “real,” and most of them invariably, somewhat condescendingly explain that their work is wholly the product of imagination. ‘Commonwealth’: Ann Patchett’s masterful novel of family and family secrets 2016-09-06T04:00:00Z But there is reason to suspect that those of us who’ve felt condescendingly amused by Stewart have been underestimating her in more ways than one. Martha Stewart, Comedy Genius? 2016-11-17T05:00:00Z “You’re the go-to guy for weird president things,” says the agent, adding condescendingly, “I know how much you love your Shakespeare.” Benjamin Walker, Sexypants Vampire Hunter 2012-06-17T06:13:01Z Lansford claimed the man responded “condescendingly” to the flight attendant and still would not wear the face mask. Passengers get into physical fight over face mask policy on flight to Utah, tense video shows 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z He chuckled condescendingly and retorted, “That is a woman guard. No men are going to look at you.” The sex that helped us survive: Love and defiance in an Iranian prison 2014-03-19T23:00:00Z Indeed David Brion Davis, a leading historian of abolitionism, condescendingly called Lay a mentally deranged, obsessive “little hunchback.” A radical for our time: Benjamin Lay, the Quaker dwarf abolitionist you didn't learn about in class 2017-09-11T04:00:00Z The oxen on other teams condescendingly declared that it would be victory enough if Jang's team finished the ship challenge. The strength of "Physical: 100" is in what is has to say about our view of the perfect physique 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z Reichardt and Hong have often been classified, sometimes condescendingly, as art-house miniaturists, but the worlds they create and invite us into are too enveloping, too precise in their details, to feel anything less than enormous. The best movies of 2023 (so far). And where to find them 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z Kushner comes across as an overconfident tyro who condescendingly feeds uninformed advice to professionals with far more wisdom and expertise than he will ever have. Review | Jared Kushner’s memoir is only inadvertently revealing 2022-08-26T04:00:00Z For example, one character may use long words and speak condescendingly to another. Writing Guide 2021-12-21T00:00:00Z “Ralph Northam is leaving office as his own lost cause, condescendingly lecturing us all from some assumed moral high ground because he read the book ‘Roots’ and then went on a non-stop reconciliation tour. New Virginia House speaker’s tweet about Northam sparks partisan fire 2022-01-13T05:00:00Z In the havoc and in her panic, Potter managed to see Wright as a boy — not condescendingly or dismissively, but humanely. Perspective | Kim Potter saw Daunte Wright clearly. But belatedly. 2021-12-21T05:00:00Z The Times, in 1926, described it amiably if condescendingly as “a bit of Japan translated to the shores of California.” Before Pearl Harbor, L.A. was home to thriving Japanese communities. Here’s what they were like 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z “It was a very fun community to be a part of. It felt like I could blend in with other people who wouldn’t look at me condescendingly,” Kelcinski said. UFO community buzzes with anticipation over new U.S. intelligence report 2021-06-25T04:00:00Z His first lawyer, Bruce Castor, condescendingly suggested that because people are understandably emotional about the insurrection their arguments are rendered irrational. Impeachment sends Republican senators scrambling: Trump makes the GOP squirm with a flailing defense 2021-02-10T05:00:00Z After a shaky start, Biden dug in and found that part of his personality again Tuesday, smiling condescendingly at the raving Trump and repeatedly calling out Trump's monkey act for what it was. Trump is scared sh**less: He can't handle the truth, so he wouldn't let Biden talk 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z “Welcome to the neighborhood,” an upstairs neighbor says condescendingly, unaware that they’re both living in the house where Jay grew up. Review | Washington-born filmmaker’s ‘Residue’ is a deeply personal look at Black identity and the role of art 2020-09-15T04:00:00Z My fears and the fears of thousands of Virginians are justified, and we should not be condescendingly scoffed at or brushed off. Opinion | Virginia’s gun bills would hurt gun owners with no benefit 2020-01-10T05:00:00Z "How condescendingly arrogant of a cis woman; to think it's for her to grant us permission to be ourselves," another user said. 'Harry Potter' author J.K. Rowling roasted for supporting researcher who defended biological sex recognition 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z Here, he was a toxic boss who berated and threw things at his employee and condescendingly unfurled his coat and bag on Bob à la Miranda Priestly of “The Devil Wears Prada.” I survived a 'Christmas Carol' marathon: Seeing seven Scrooges in a row 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z The New York Post called the production “Broadway’s most thoughtful mess”, while Vulture wrote: “Everyone is an archetype and yet no one feels flat or condescendingly sketched.” Jeremy O Harris: 'People say I wrote Slave Play for white people and not for a black audience' 2019-11-06T05:00:00Z The composer did not help his case when he condescendingly remarked that African-Americans “are ideal for my purpose because they express themselves not only by the spoken word but quite naturally by song and dance.” Star-Crossed Pairings in “Porgy and Bess” and “Denis & Katya” 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z In 2007, he condescendingly said of Barack Obama: “I mean, you got the first mainstream African-American who is articulate and bright and clean and a nice-looking guy.” Why critics should not "lay off" of Joe Biden’s embarrassing gaffes 2019-08-15T04:00:00Z The Squad doesn’t just consist of four people, as Pelosi condescendingly told the Times; it represents the face of a new America. Nancy Pelosi’s renewed attacks on AOC aren’t just disrespectful, they’re dangerous 2019-07-12T04:00:00Z “It seems that he is still immersed in the faded glory of colonialism. He is obsessed with condescendingly criticizing other countries. He keeps lying without remorse.” A new protest generation in Hong Kong takes on China. Will Beijing let them win? 2019-07-05T04:00:00Z Maggie’s friends, only one of them black, treat her condescendingly and quickly decide to discard her once she becomes too demanding, as if they’ve been taught that some people deserve more respect than others. Ma should be more daring about its vague racial themes 2019-05-29T04:00:00Z The animating feature of the book is that you are frustrated and annoyed with the liberal consensus, which is “shrilly” and “condescendingly” looks down on Trump voters. Bret Easton Ellis Thinks You’re Overreacting to Donald Trump 2019-04-11T04:00:00Z When a wave of public recognition begins to crest, what is mocked, or even condescendingly dismissed as merely aspirational, can yet redefine American purposes. Why Ed Markey, the Co-Sponsor of the Green New Deal, May Be Hopeful For Its Chances 2019-04-02T04:00:00Z One member of the Democratic caucus told Politico: “She doesn’t understand how the place works yet”, while another suggested, somewhat condescendingly: “There’s a difference between being an activist and a lawmaker in Congress.” Whatever Nancy Pelosi says, youthful zest is moving US politics to the left | Clio Chang 2019-03-17T04:00:00Z On both sides of the Atlantic, the “meh” is worshipped while progressive politics are condescendingly dismissed as unworkable. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is right – it's time for radical change, not more ‘meh’ politics | Arwa Mahdawi 2019-03-12T04:00:00Z Feinstein responded condescendingly that the military does “important things” with that money. If America can find $716bn for the military, it can fund the Green New Deal | Rev William Barber and Phyllis Bennis 2019-03-06T05:00:00Z At the time the most futurist composer in America, Varèse somewhat condescendingly encouraged Still to be himself, exploit his spectacular gift for melody and his blackness. Review: L.A. Phil revives the neglected 'dean of African American composers' 2019-02-18T05:00:00Z He condescendingly asserts that he published Ghomeshi’s piece “to help people think this sort of thing through.” The male cultural elite is staggeringly blind to #Me Too. Now it's paying for it | Moira Donegan 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z He condescendingly praises her domestic duties by telling her “you were made for this.” ‘You Were Made for This’ explores marriage and parenting 2018-06-18T04:00:00Z This is why terms such as “femsplaining” or “womansplaining” to describe the act of a woman speaking condescendingly to a man are not generally accepted. Is the term ‘mansplaining’ sexist? You asked Google – here’s the answer | Erynn Brook 2018-06-06T04:00:00Z In his opening monologue, Mr. Colbert condescendingly read aloud a tweet from Mr. Trump about the scope of a president’s pardon power in a baby-ish voice. Stephen Colbert offers Bill Clinton a Monica Lewinsky response ‘do-over’ 2018-06-06T04:00:00Z He almost never raised his voice, showed anger or talked condescendingly in her presence. The ‘Sex Cult’ That Preached Empowerment 2018-05-30T04:00:00Z Yet, condescendingly, he also was described as being “far above the average negro both mentally and physically.” Missed in Coverage of Jack Johnson, the Racism Around Him 2018-05-24T04:00:00Z And to top it off, they condescendingly lecture us that it’s just our “fair share.” Waterfront park: The game is rigged 2018-04-30T04:00:00Z He said talks between the two countries require “mutual respect and equal treatment, instead of being coerced by one party unilaterally and condescendingly”. Trump plays down US-China trade war concerns: ‘When you’re $500bn down you can’t lose’ 2018-04-04T04:00:00Z Mansplaining is defined as "needlessly, overbearingly, or condescendingly, especially to a woman, in a manner thought to reveal a patronising or chauvinistic attitude". Hangry and ransomware added to dictionary 2018-01-30T05:00:00Z This is 30 seconds of CNN condescendingly treating news consumers as idiots, unable to judge for themselves. Liberal media won’t stop going after Donald Trump 2017-10-25T04:00:00Z And even Frances writes sympathetically, if still condescendingly, about how opposing politicians can reach Trump voters. Review | Is Trump mentally ill? Or is America? Psychiatrists weigh in. 2017-09-22T04:00:00Z “A Doll’s House, Part 2” is a play about a play, and about men looking at women—though not condescendingly, or with anything approaching lust and, thus, the idea of possession. Lucas Hnath’s Leap of Faith Into “A Doll’s House” 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z The Reliable Source condescendingly referred to “sad trombones” and “Sousa marches.” Opinion | Don’t dismiss military bands’ professionalism 2017-04-21T04:00:00Z In the beginning of her political career, she was often underestimated by her mostly male, Catholic, West German party companions who sometimes referred to her condescendingly as “Kohl's girl.” German Chancellor Angela Merkel will seek a 4th term, news agency reports 2016-11-20T05:00:00Z In the beginning of her political career, she was often underestimated by her mostly male, Catholic, West German party companions who sometimes referred to her condescendingly as “Kohl’s girl.” German Chancellor Angela Merkel Will Run for a Fourth Term 2016-11-20T05:00:00Z Even those editorial pages that were ferociously critical of the antiwar faction tended to treat her gently — that is, condescendingly. How stereotypes of women as weak push female politicians to be hawkish 2016-10-27T04:00:00Z Our current Times columnists can then find jobs they condescendingly write about. Why Are Politicians So Obsessed With Manufacturing? 2016-10-04T04:00:00Z Inside the office in Indianapolis, former employees said, Siegel berates staffers who disagree, while Washington is seen as more passive-aggressive, speaking condescendingly to those who dissent. USA Track and Field CEO has alarmed some insiders with his spending and style 2016-10-07T04:00:00Z In place of what Kelly condescendingly called “the politics of do-good ism,” the First Lady moved, over time, to a more effortful and less expansive persona—the diligent reader of the briefing book. Hillary Clinton’s Patriotism 2016-09-08T04:00:00Z They treat me, somewhat condescendingly, as though I have finally come to my senses after years of misguided fraternization with the Republican enemy. Never-Trump Confidential 2016-07-18T04:00:00Z The testimony of parents in eteplirsen trials is too uniform to be merely “anecdote and emotion,” as FDA’s Billy Dunn so condescendingly put it. Mental Dystrophy at the FDA 2016-04-28T04:00:00Z Instead, Loar said condescendingly, she wanted to know why so much money was being spent on studies and consultants when no one had asked the public what it wanted to do. Recent Missouri Editorials 2016-04-19T04:00:00Z Of course we laugh condescendingly: They are old, they don’t get it, and we don’t want to be like them. I’m an energetic baby boomer. Why do so many people of my age seem old? 2016-04-15T04:00:00Z The campaign defines “gunsplainer” as “a man who repeatedly and condescendingly explains to a woman why she’d be safer if she had a gun”. 'Gunsplainers': gun control activists rally women to fight 'boyfriend loophole' 2016-02-18T05:00:00Z Hillary Clinton, who calls herself the “practical” one, condescendingly rebuffs his ideas as “good on paper” but irrelevant to what Democrats need: “a progressive who likes to get things done.” Democrats shouldn’t fear Sanders’s talk of revolution. Their party was built on it. 2016-02-12T05:00:00Z "A man that Fortune's buffets and rewards / Has ta'en with equal thanks" is how Hamlet describes him condescendingly. A Point of View: Is there any such thing as a wise person? - BBC News 2016-01-02T05:00:00Z Google offers page after page of media stories about whether she is “likable enough”, as then Senator Obama condescendingly said during the 2008 campaign. People don't have to like Hillary Clinton to vote for her. Who likes Donald Trump? | Caryl Rivers and Rosalind C Barnett 2015-12-14T05:00:00Z In response, Mr. Kagame’s spokeswoman, Stephanie Nyombayire, posted on Twitter that “irony doesn’t even begin to describe the act of giving lessons on how not be a ‘big man’ while condescendingly lecturing an entire continent.” For Clinton Foundation, Big Gains in Rwanda, Despite Pitfalls 2015-10-18T04:00:00Z ‘More energy tonight, I like that,’ said Trump with all the patronising contempt he could muster, before seizing the air time anyway and tossing it back condescendingly when he was finished. Republican presidential debate: Trump and Bush clash but Fiorina stands out – as it happened 2015-09-16T04:00:00Z In daily conversations and in pop culture, the Chinese are used to dismissing Japanese as “devils” and calling the country - condescendingly - “Little Japan.” China’s leadership fans smoldering antipathy toward Japan 2015-08-30T04:00:00Z “I don’t think you heard me,” he scowled at Senator Rand Paul, when the lawmaker — who uses hearing aids — sought to interrupt him, then added condescendingly, “You’re having a hard time tonight.” Donald Trump Steals the Show, Mixing Politics and Pizazz 2015-08-07T04:00:00Z Back in March he condescendingly lectured minorities on police shootings on his Facebook page. “Every Muslim has the potential to be radicalized”: How Franklin Graham became the religious right’s Donald Trump 2015-07-21T04:00:00Z Even then, her recon-only mission is more condescendingly reductive than her regular job. Paul Feig & Melissa McCarthy Built An Empire Defying Hollywood Norms 2015-06-09T04:00:00Z ‘More energy tonight, I like that,’ said Trump with all the patronising contempt he could muster, before seizing the air time anyway and tossing it back condescendingly when he was finished. Republican presidential debate: Trump and Bush clash but Fiorina stands out – as it happened 2015-09-16T04:00:00Z Others laughed, pointed or said condescendingly, "Look at that girl." Afghanistan's advocate for bicycling perseveres despite bumpy ride 2015-06-08T04:00:00Z It's too bad people can't be approached politely, respond politely in kind, and have the official "approachers" doing their jobs professionally rather than condescendingly. Traveling While Arab 2014-10-16T04:00:00Z Booker, rather condescendingly, paints himself as trying to help the president. Cory Booker’s lame Iran posturing 2014-01-14T19:03:00Z Secretary Kerry, perceiving the historical echoes, has argued—at times condescendingly and dismissively—that despite how it might look, Syria is not Iraq. A Veteran’s Case Against Attacking 2013-09-09T08:45:00Z “A very simple phone call to these individuals I think would have ascertained, immediately, that there was no protest prior to this…it was an assault,” he told Clinton condescendingly. Hillary faces down the angry men 2013-01-23T19:31:00Z The compositions are fairly judged, neither in the superlative key, nor condescendingly, as being of mere historic interest. Franz Liszt 2012-05-22T15:16:50.923Z Bligh sang German songs, and was so much applauded that he condescendingly proposed that his pupil should sing, who refused so angrily that none of the undergraduates dared approach her. The Vanity Girl 2012-04-12T02:00:26.883Z "I will come and see you some time, if you will give me permission," he said condescendingly. Mademoiselle Blanche A Novel 2012-04-07T02:00:33.037Z On the morning of the ball, Caroline requested her, half condescendingly, to dress her hair in the evening, for Mabel's taste in dress was very superior. Mabel, Vol. III (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-04T02:00:58.490Z "Ah, yes!" commented Cissy Carter condescendingly, "I used quite to like going to pantomimes when I was a child!" The Suprising Adventures of Sir Toady Lion With Those of General Napoleon Smith 2012-04-03T02:00:29.527Z "I'll have to go into a number of matters with you," said he condescendingly to the old housekeeper. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z She played condescendingly with the notion of being able to announce that she was engaged to a viscount, and imagined with what awe the family would receive the news. The Vanity Girl 2012-04-12T02:00:26.883Z It condescendingly offered to do tugboat service for the "Advance," and invited its captain to throw aboard an ice-anchor. North-Pole Voyages 2012-03-01T03:00:27.283Z "You may have them," said I, condescendingly, dropping my spoils into Silver Heels's lap. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z More questions are then propounded by Death, particularly as to the use of his horns and teeth, and the curiosity of the author is most condescendingly gratified. The Dance of Death Exhibited in Elegant Engravings on Wood with a Dissertation on the Several Representations of that Subject but More Particularly on Those Ascribed to Macaber and Hans Holbein 2012-02-02T03:04:33.900Z He was quite pleased to show himself there at her side—and touch his cap condescendingly in response to the salutations of all who passed. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z “Of course, if you should find a good camp location in the meantime, you could claim all the glory”—this last condescendingly. Bert Wilson at the Wheel 2012-01-14T03:00:19.827Z The errand performed and the boy scout having put in half an hour condescendingly amusing the farmer’s two small children, while Blink exchanged compliments with his kind, master and dog started upon the return walk. A Scout of To-day 2012-01-11T03:00:22.820Z Too late he tried frantically to speed up and avoid the humiliation of being passed by one whom he condescendingly termed an amateur. The Radio Boys at Mountain Pass The Midnight Call for Assistance 2012-01-02T03:00:17.697Z His consent to pass a night in the mansion was the consent of a practical business man and philanthropist who dealt condescendingly with foolish human nature. The Wolves of God And Other Fey Stories 2011-12-17T03:00:15.447Z "Captain Dove has come to the point at last," he went on to explain condescendingly, in the same cool, careless, conversational tone, a tone which, however, could not quite hide the ugly determination behind it. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z "Wish I could say the same for you, Sailor," said Ginger, condescendingly; "but the kermittee think you are not quite class." The Sailor 2011-12-03T03:00:11.697Z They appoint us to perform disadvantageous duties; they prescribe impossible perfections, purposely that we may transgress; they have thereby engendered in pious minds scruples and difficulties which they condescendingly appease for money. Letters To Eugenia Or, A Preservative Against Religious Prejudices 2011-11-24T03:00:47.570Z You see we have so short a time here now, and your place has been an attraction from the first,” she smiled condescendingly at the glowering Scouts. The Girl Scouts at Camp Comalong Peg of Tamarack Hills 2011-11-17T03:00:34.720Z Kitty was condescendingly appraising her furniture again; on the mantelpiece lay a piece of blank card; it seemed to be there almost for a purpose, and furtively Louie took it. The Story of Louie 2011-10-26T02:00:27.053Z Is it not a trifle ludicrous to find some of these little creatures looking down so condescendingly on the remainder of the planet? Psychical Miscellanea Being Papers on Psychical Research, Telepathy, Hypnotism, Christian Science, etc. 2011-10-01T02:00:35.717Z Talking of cats, however, there was one to whom Tyro condescendingly forgave the sin of existing. Aileen Aroon, A Memoir With other Tales of Faithful Friends and Favourites 2011-09-08T02:00:20.773Z There had been a correspondence, as he condescendingly admitted, that I will tell you of. English Lands Letters and Kings Queen Anne and the Georges 2011-08-29T02:01:10.603Z Being asked his master's name, the man replied, when General Foster condescendingly said: 'Oh, yes; I knew him when I was at Sumter. Life in the Confederate Army Being Personal Experiences of a Private Soldier in the Confederate Army 2011-08-19T02:00:11.243Z To this request Mary avoided giving any positive answer; but she condescendingly took the infant from the nurse, and put it into the arms of some of the divines. Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume I (of 2) 2011-08-14T02:00:25.307Z With pleasure, good people," he said condescendingly, "with pleasure! For the Right 2011-08-01T02:00:10.250Z “How do you like the table here?” she queried condescendingly. Marjorie Dean College Freshman 2011-07-27T02:00:32.033Z The prince, pleased with the proposal made to his niece, overwhelmed him with marks of honor, which he accepted very condescendingly, almost patronizingly. A Twofold Life 2011-07-21T02:00:21.433Z Sancho took the present, nodded his head condescendingly, repeated the words himself, in the best manner he could, and thrust the "tobacco" into his pocket. Mercedes of Castile The Voyage to Cathay 2011-06-14T02:00:24.670Z My lady bowed to each condescendingly and sank to her cushions again with raised eyebrows. Faithful Margaret A Novel 2011-06-10T02:00:21.627Z Wellington in his journal, kindly and condescendingly offering his columns to Blodgett for the discussion. Hoosier Mosaics 2011-05-20T02:00:35.173Z "I suppose," she said, rather condescendingly, "you think we have such a beautiful place at the Park, that I shall not care about this." Amy Herbert 2011-05-20T02:00:31.467Z Now he met an acquaintance, removed his hat slowly and condescendingly, and continued his way without glancing up, for he seemed to have noticed that the gentleman was looking after him. A Twofold Life 2011-07-21T02:00:21.433Z I laughed, kissed her, and entered the light and elegant open carriage in which Mrs. Brand had condescendingly come to visit her obscure little cousin. Daisy Burns (Volume 2) 2011-05-20T02:00:30.427Z He shook hands with Mr. Wall, who came forward from some remote region; then turned and shook hands condescendingly with George. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z "That's Greek," he added, condescendingly—to the six; he took it for granted that the learned cadets knew what it was. On Guard Mark Mallory's Celebration 2011-05-15T02:00:09.877Z The assessor spoke condescendingly to her, she said. Town Finances Are Hit by Rise in Tax Appeals 2011-05-10T01:50:01Z But the elder man smiled condescendingly, though with a touch of superciliousness. Uncanny Tales 2011-03-22T02:00:16.307Z Nevertheless she makes the best of a bad game, and condescendingly offers him her cheek to kiss. Felix Lanzberg's Expiation 2011-03-15T02:00:14.763Z "I have no objection to make to the fish," he says, condescendingly. Erlach Court 2011-03-12T03:00:24.407Z So, as this is the case, it is my duty quietly and patiently to submit to the way He may condescendingly choose for that glorious purpose. The Letters of the Duke of Wellington to Miss J. 1834-1851 Edited by Extracts from the Diary of the Latter 2011-03-10T03:00:53.010Z I was condescendingly patronizing, thanked him a little boastfully for his compliment, and got to business. The Man Without a Memory 2011-03-09T03:00:45.963Z Well," continued Mrs. Errington, condescendingly, "I cannot expect all that to interest you, Mr. Diamond. A Charming Fellow, Volume I (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:28.240Z Why, Mr. Maxfield," said the lady, condescendingly, "how do you do? A Charming Fellow, Volume II (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:26.237Z And I've knowed cases," she added condescendingly, "where just by the muscle and brawn of such men some poor sailor lass has reached shore alive that would have fed the sharks without 'em. Friend Island 2011-02-28T03:00:33.693Z HE condescendingly assures them Who offend Him yet seek forgiveness ... that their sins and iniquities are remembered "no more." The Letters of the Duke of Wellington to Miss J. 1834-1851 Edited by Extracts from the Diary of the Latter 2011-03-10T03:00:53.010Z "But it is extremely creditable for laymen to take an interest in such studies," he remarked, condescendingly. Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.173Z "I am not made nervous so easily as you may think, my dear boy," retorted Flora, condescendingly, and at the same time glancing cautiously at Harry, to see what effect this would have. The Hazeley Family 2011-01-24T03:00:16.447Z The dog sniffed condescendingly at the brave little adventurer, who danced away across the floor in mimic fright and then returned as the dog laid down, stretching his forelegs and yawning. Lost Farm Camp 2011-01-23T03:00:16.437Z "It is very commendable in non-professional men to interest themselves in such studies," he observed, condescendingly. Vineta The Phantom City 2011-01-21T03:00:10.377Z The priest, full of dignity, received them condescendingly, and longing for some of the treasures to which the messenger had made no slight allusions, he graciously acquiesced in the demand. Fairy Tales From all Nations 2011-01-16T03:00:21.797Z The na�vest one condescendingly inquired when within the next few days he might expect a visit from her. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z Treating someone rudely, brusquely or condescendingly says loudly and clearly that you do not regard her as your equal.” Shortcuts: The Cost of Incivility Is More Than Hurt Feelings 2010-11-19T17:51:00Z High school students spoke of black classmates who disparaged other blacks from poorer backgrounds, and Mexican-Americans born in the United States who talked condescendingly about peers born in Mexico. Staten Island Youth Wrestle With Cause of Violence 2010-08-05T02:37:00Z Hubert greeted the doctor graciously, but condescendingly; he had always treated him in a patronizing manner, as a mere salaried tutor of no consequence whatever excepting as the chosen friend of the master of Villica. Vineta The Phantom City 2011-01-21T03:00:10.377Z It is not surprising that the theoretically inclined looked down, fondly if a bit condescendingly, on their more empirically oriented colleagues or that the theorists ruled the intellectual roost. How computers will save economics 2010-03-29T23:30:00Z He thanked somewhat condescendingly, as if so insignificant a matter were not worth all that to-do. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z He would condescendingly reply that we must be thankful for small mercies; adding with great modesty that all his talents and graces, far beyond our ken, were counterbalanced by a feeling of tremendous responsibility. Glories of Spain The workmen were much amused with their novel visitor, and every mark of civility and attention was shown him; which he very condescendingly returned, by good-humoredly presenting them with a shake of his paw. Illustrative Anecdotes of the Animal Kingdom "Have you a good cook, Mr. Taylor?" asked Mrs. Archer condescendingly. Wait and Hope A Plucky Boy's Luck Seicht very condescendingly raised his hat and smiled as he passed the table. The Progressionists, and Angela. "You look nice too, Bee," she said condescendingly with a glance of approval at Beatrice's white robed figure. Bee and Butterfly A Tale of Two Cousins He yawned again as he pressed the buzzer of the Hitchin apartment, and he even smiled condescendingly at the inscrutable Japanese who answered. In And Out It's not bad," said Marian condescendingly, "but you don't know how to spell. The Third Class at Miss Kaye's A School Story It seemed so terrible a thing to have to bring a look of confusion, of shame even, to that confident, almost condescendingly assured face. Shadows of Flames A Novel The assessor nodded his head condescendingly, and continued to soak a sardine in olive-oil and take it between his knife and fork as Frank began to speak. The Progressionists, and Angela. The gentleman nodded condescendingly, but it was flattering ourselves to believe that the lady took any notice of us whatever. Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. II. How dared her friends calmly analyse her and Roger in their own house, speculate on their private money matters, condescendingly, almost sneeringly foot up their account of good and bad? Thirty Mrs. Jamieson most kindly and condescendingly said she would be happy to come. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 15 Landolin spoke to the servant who had been taken in Fidelis' place; and asked him, condescendingly, from what district he came, and in whose service he had previously been. Landolin The chieftains of progress, perambulating the ground with an air of triumph, bestowed friendly nods of recognition on all sides, and condescendingly engaged in conversation with some of the rank and file. The Progressionists, and Angela. Come and see me," she said, condescendingly; "come whenever you like. Edelweiss A Story “Er-rum—pray go on,” said Sir Hampton, smiling condescendingly, for all this was sweet to his soul; two scions of aristocratic houses with sense enough to respect his position in life. Thereby Hangs a Tale Volume One Mr Gurdon smiled and rubbed his hands; but, evidently considering that he had mistaken his position, he frowned the next moment, and nodded condescendingly to the tradesmen and little yeomen present. The Sapphire Cross The Aunt condescendingly dropped very slightly the fan which she held, and Frau Ceres made a truly courtly reverence. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine “All we wise people knew about it,” Blackie condescendingly explained to the quartet. Young Wallingford The landlord was condescendingly talkative, and bestowed high commendations upon Annele for not rushing down too, and swelling the chorus of senseless lamentations. Edelweiss A Story Lord and Lady Culduff moved up the salon as might a prince and princess royal, acknowledging blandly but condescendingly the salutations that met them. The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly But when he saw that they, too, had joined in the laughter, he allowed himself to smile condescendingly. Big Stupe I smiled condescendingly down to Ingeborg, our maid, who stood upon the wharf. What Happened to Inger Johanne As Told by Herself He had been twitted about it wherever he had been, but you may recover yourselves, he added, condescendingly; there is some apology for you, only let a Society be formed instantly. Discussion on American Slavery "Begging honorable pardon of beautiful young ladies," she began, "will condescendingly to accept unworthy gift from Otoyo in gratitude of favors receiving?" Molly Brown's Sophomore Days "Don't be alarmed, Miss Pinch," said Mr. Pecksniff, taking her hand condescendingly in one of his, and patting it with the other. Dickens' Stories About Children Every Child Can Read But I had received them so condescendingly and so graciously, that they were sure I would forgive them. The Marvellous History of the Shadowless Man and The Cold Heart "Servant, sir," said Dalton, condescendingly; for the profound deference of the stranger's manner at once suggested to him their relative conditions. The Daltons, Volume II (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life And even if their views are not alike formally, and Dühring does not quite understand Proudhon's "Mutualism," yet he ought to have regarded the French social reformer somewhat less condescendingly and confusedly. Anarchism A Criticism and History of the Anarchist Theory He condescendingly overlooked my being five or six years younger than himself. Coelebs In Search of a Wife "Don't think any more about it," said Rupert, kindly, if condescendingly. Under False Pretences A Novel "Cows or no cows, your place here's worth a nice little sum," protested the other, condescendingly; "hunderd, anyway." The Plow-Woman He greeted the smith a little condescendingly, a trifle masterfully. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries Masterpieces of German Literature Vol. 19 "What is your name, child?" she said condescendingly. Fairy Tales from the German Forests "Hallo, Wolfgang," she said, laughing, and at the same time a little condescendingly--she felt so infinitely superior to him--"well, how are you getting along?" The Son of His Mother You see," he said condescendingly, "Money is the easiest explanation. Sir Tom "The first photographed sighting," the Swami corrected condescendingly. Psichopath When I met him afterwards he condescendingly declared that he didn’t blame me, except that I ought to be a man and not allow “old Pink” to insult my guests. That Mother-in-Law of Mine He stuck out a paw condescendingly for Walter to shake as he went by, and stared at him more inquisitively than ever. Fairy Tales from the German Forests “I suppose, now that you are here, we will have to make the best of it,” replied Mrs. Glenn, condescendingly. Daisy Brooks Or, A Perilous Love But the mixture of races in your country,” she continued condescendingly, “must have made you indifferent to purity of strain.” Robinetta "Perhaps I can add some notes that will help you," she explained condescendingly. Highacres Mrs. Minne sneered slightly and waved her fan condescendingly at the two as they moved slowly up the room. Melomaniacs The great actor condescendingly escorted the great artist down the heavily carpeted stairs to a private door which led to the dress circle. Mummery A Tale of Three Idealists The prince dined with a good appetite, laughing and talking very gaily, and condescendingly bidding his two companions to sit with him at table. Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges She smiled condescendingly, like a mother does when a child admits a wrongdoing. The Odyssey of Sam Meecham But as a friend of Eugen’s,” and she smiled condescendingly upon me, “he would naturally be so.” The First Violin A Novel We now have electric drills that will eat into granite like cheese,” condescendingly explained Ashton. Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation Poor women would come up to her carriage and offer her flowers, which she would very condescendingly accept. Queen Elizabeth Makers of History There are Admiralty orders not to allow any person whatever on board, but they crowd in boats round the ship, and he very condescendingly stands looking at them through a spyglass. The Surrender of Napoleon Being the narrative of the surrender of Buonaparte, and of his residence on board H.M.S. Bellerophon, with a detail of the principal events that occurred in that ship between the 24th of May and the 8th of August 1815 Once McClellan condescendingly boasted that he would take care of the gunboats. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 The sun looked out condescendingly from the clouds for a moment, and then disappeared. Harper's Young People, April 20, 1880 An Illustrated Weekly He condescendingly added, however, that the proper source to seek was "Taht," which, meaning simply "below," conveyed rather imperfect information in a topographical point of view to a stranger. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 7 "Quite a nice little toy," said the boy, nodding condescendingly. Battling the Clouds or, For a Comrade's Honor ‘How do you do, little man?’ says the latter condescendingly. Australian Writers The captain's manner was condescendingly polite, the attitude of a man so sure of his own position that he had little respect for the opinion of any one else. The Third Degree A Narrative of Metropolitan Life Why, of course, Ratio," he said, condescendingly; "I shall be most happy. The Arkansaw Bear A Tale of Fanciful Adventure The latter, at last, answered him, not condescendingly, as Alyosha had feared, but with modesty and reserve, with evident goodwill and apparently without the slightest arrière-pensée. The Brothers Karamazov She stared condescendingly through her lorgnette at the duly impressed company, and sank back into her chair. Making People Happy Bowing condescendingly from side to side she made her way to the Throne, and with a sweep of her train she sat down. Once on a Time He spoke condescendingly to his guests, still aping the manners of a great chief. In Court and Kampong Being Tales and Sketches of Native Life in the Malay Peninsula He recalled Lettice condescendingly; she did not stir his pulses, appeal to his imagination. Mountain Blood A Novel "Girls always know more than boys of the same age," said Sarah condescendingly. The Young Adventurer or Tom's Trip Across the Plains As Cicily nodded assent, she continued, condescendingly: "Well, if I do have to say it myself, there's many of them as needs it." Making People Happy His walk lay through a cross-street which steadily deteriorated as he journeyed eastward, condescendingly assimilating itself to the character of each avenue in turn. The Faith Doctor A Story of New York "Come here, Arthur, and let's hear your troubles before nurse nabs you, old son," said Phil, not at all condescendingly, rising from the table, holding out his arms. The Trail of the Hawk A Comedy of the Seriousness of Life The Pekingese are very discriminative and frequently condescendingly refer to all other Chinese as "outside men" or "foreigners." Life and sport in China Second Edition "And what sort of scout do you lock up in here?" asked Bob, condescendingly. Girl Scouts in the Adirondacks "There are deeper meanings beneath the surface—meanings which require study," replied Mabel condescendingly. Vixen, Volume III. "No, zou may go to sleep now," replied Hoodie, condescendingly, adding after a moment's pause, "I can tell stories, lovely stories." Hoodie "What is your name, my man?" he inquired condescendingly, halting opposite to a burly bearded able seaman. Stand By! Naval Sketches and Stories A young man of fashion could not have spoken more condescendingly, or with an air of greater importance than Sam. Sam's Chance And How He Improved It That," said M. le Comte condescendingly, "was exceedingly thoughtful and considerate, my good M. Fourier. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days “Yes, he can drive,” said Johnny, condescendingly, with a nod, and Tommy was proud of his praise. Tommy Trot's Visit to Santa Claus "It is a pleasure to meet you! . . a real pleasure!" she announced with a faint smile, condescendingly extending her hand to the persons whom Cabinska introduced to her. The Comedienne He used French words that were retained in English without being Anglicized to give puissance to what he thought of condescendingly as his befuddled mother tongue. An Apostate: Nawin of Thais I offered to her Majesty the use of my bed, which she condescendingly accepted; and during the siesta, I returned to my plans for our astronomical observations. A New Voyage Round the World in the Years 1823, 24, 25, and 26. Vol. 1 "Well, go an' ask," Elsie said, condescendingly; and Robbie having obtained permission, coupled with many injunctions not to go far or run too much, they started, with Robbie in a radiant state of delight. Little Folks A Magazine for the Young (Date of issue unknown) Moronval waved his hand condescendingly, as if to say, "There is no need of that." Jack 1877 "Maybe I shan't have time to be a bishop, after all," replied The Seraph, condescendingly. Explorers of the Dawn "We shall regret losing so valued a neighbor!" observed the countess, condescendingly. Fairy Fingers A Novel We saw them driving in new carriages, and condescendingly stopping before the white doors and the green window-shutters of our old-fashioned colonial houses. Confessions of a Book-Lover That's the answer to what you have written there," said Logan condescendingly, "but your figures are off. Talents, Incorporated "Good-evening!" she said, just a trifle condescendingly, as she shook hands. The Lost Girl The man was large, raw-boned and brindled, and he, also, walked in, complacently and condescendingly. The Bishop of Cottontown A Story of the Southern Cotton Mills To every one Granny was condescendingly kind, especially to her grandchild Fred, of whom she was very fond. The Lively Poll A Tale of the North Sea When the church bells tinkled, the Episcopalians bowed patronizingly to the Presbyterians, the Presbyterians condescendingly recognized the Methodists, the Methodists, by a slight inclination of the head, acknowledged the existence of the Catholics. The Fighting Shepherdess The run to Colby Hall in the automobile took but a few minutes, and the driver very condescendingly agreed to take them around to the rear entrance of the building. The Rover Boys Under Canvas or The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine “Good afternoon, little boy,” she began condescendingly at last. Black, White and Gray A Story of Three Homes A large dog, brindled and lean, walked complacently and condescendingly in, followed by his master. The Bishop of Cottontown A Story of the Southern Cotton Mills He then condescendingly told her that when the eggs of the eider-duck are taken she lays more; and this twice over, before giving up in despair. The Billow and the Rock He tapped her on the shoulder condescendingly; she quietly took his hand from her shoulder and kissed it. The Rendezvous 1907 Slugger and Nappy had put on a lordly air, bowing very condescendingly to those they knew, but refusing to stop for any conversation. The Rover Boys Under Canvas or The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine The advertisements inserted in trade papers and the letters sent out to the “trade” are often so condescendingly written that they infuriate the men to whom they are addressed. The Book of Business Etiquette He was so skilful that George at length added condescendingly, "But I see you ain' forgit how to handle dose things." "George Washington's" Last Duel 1891 Egbert's was sweetly and condescendingly gracious, the captain's rather short and brusque. Fair Harbor He had been sucked into something, the something that he had been used to refer to condescendingly as life. Erik Dorn It was agreeable to bend condescendingly to his grandmother's attached and faithful servitor, and to be observed. Aunt Rachel "You must remember that foot-lights take a lot of color," she explained condescendingly. When Patty Went to College His good humour was at its highest spring tide; the honour of drinking wine with him was separately and respectfully asked, and most condescendingly granted to every person at the table. Frank Mildmay Or, the Naval Officer “Well, that’s just what I was going to do,” said Esau, condescendingly, “only there wasn’t any shingles that I saw, but the place was covered over with wooden slates.” To The West “Your name, my good woman?” asked Madam, condescendingly. The Maidens' Lodge None of Self and All of Thee, (In the Reign of Queen Anne) “Well, and what would you, my son?” he asked condescendingly of the applicant. All's Well Alice's Victory “This little lady wants to know if you’d like some bread and honey?” repeated Nurse aloud condescendingly. Penelope and the Others Story of Five Country Children Well, now, Miss Earle," he began, condescendingly, "I really don't know that I have thought much about the matter. A Voice in the Wilderness Finally Brown dropped upon Telson, and condescendingly proposed to him to be present as one of his two friends. The Willoughby Captains “Now, I would have you criticise, Phoebe,” said Rhoda, condescendingly, using a word she had picked up from one of her grandfather’s books. The Maidens' Lodge None of Self and All of Thee, (In the Reign of Queen Anne) “I had better perhaps explain it in simple words,” said the attorney condescendingly, “if you will give me your attention.” Roger Ingleton, Minor “Well, it is more cheerful than the best room, Miss,” said Betty condescendingly, “though it’s small.” Penelope and the Others Story of Five Country Children "Well, well, well, Miss Margaret, you have got home at last!" he said, pompously and condescendingly, and then he looked into the eyes of her companion as if demanding an explanation of his presence there. A Voice in the Wilderness If you have any sensible suggestion to make, these young people will listen to you; but if you begin to talk condescendingly about the Poor, they will change the subject. By the Christmas Fire "Well, Geoff!" said he, condescendingly presenting his hand, "what have you been doing for the last two years?" The Monctons: A Novel, Volume I Madame motions patronizingly with her hand, bows condescendingly, and says, "Two bottles I think you ordered, gentlemen—what gentlemen generally call for." An Outcast or, Virtue and Faith The boys, as became members of the more reserved sex, nodded condescendingly. A Son of the City A Story of Boy Life He spoke condescendingly, like a man who recognized the social gulf between them, but believed in being polite to the lower orders. The Hand in the Dark He nodded condescendingly, and, as I took the indicated chair at his right, gave me a hand that was fat and firm, not unlike the flabby yet tenacious sucker of a moist sea-creature. The Plum Tree His own kind had never come in his way before, his chief playfellow being Amice, who was so much older as to play with him condescendingly and always give way to him. That Stick "My boy," Carson went on, looking condescendingly at the youth, "will you kindly run up to the second level and tell Mr. Canfield that his presence is required by the president of the mining company?" The Call of the Beaver Patrol or, A Break in the Glacier All the next Monday afternoon the boys labored while their captain stood around with his hands in his pockets and watched condescendingly. A Son of the City A Story of Boy Life Quin came into the room awkwardly, half extended his hand, then withdrew it hastily as Harold, without rising from the table, gave him a curt nod and said condescendingly: "How do you do, Graham?" Quin "Polly writes to me sometimes," said I. "You can show me the next letter you get," said Sir Lionel condescendingly; which I accordingly did, and thenceforward he saw all my letters from her. A Flat Iron for a Farthing or Some Passages in the Life of an only Son Since you have already seen the garden," said she, condescendingly, "you must go to the point from which we have the best view. Debit and Credit Translated from the German of Gustav Freytag They lunched together, to talk further of their collaboration, and from luncheon went to the Art Institute to see the pictures, most of which Bragdon disposed off condescendingly as "old-style stuff." One Woman's Life After deciding on what they intended to do, they condescendingly notified Col. Troublous Times in Canada A History of the Fenian Raids of 1866 and 1870 "You see, I'm not supposed to be dancing," she explained rather condescendingly. Quin "Isn't she—awful?" whispered Robin to Beryl, as Mrs. Granger, after condescendingly patting Robin's hand, swept on. Red-Robin And she let him kiss her hand, smiling condescendingly. Woman Triumphant (La Maja Desnuda) He reached out his arms and drew the girl to him and tried to kiss her condescendingly; but I suppose his hands found her, in her clinging gown, soft to their touch. The Best Short Stories of 1921 and the Yearbook of the American Short Story "Are we, on mature deliberation, considered unworthy of the honour you so condescendingly awarded to us yesterday?" Queechy, Volume I "I don't mind his taking me home," she said somewhat condescendingly. Quin "Oh, we'll fix things, lady," replied the plumber, condescendingly, and he ambled away to rub his thumb up and down a pipe. In Search of the Unknown Tom had condescendingly informed her, about six months ago, that he'd just as lief she would make him a watch-case if she wanted to very much. Gypsy's Cousin Joy "Have no fear, sir," condescendingly, and with an authoritative wave of the hand. My Lady of Doubt Mrs. Chapman said this condescendingly, and with an air of admiration truly grand. The Von Toodleburgs Or, The History of a Very Distinguished Family So he seated himself, and waited condescendingly for the inventor to continue. Suzanna Stirs the Fire And Mr. Owlett fixed his spectacles on his nose and beamed at his humble client through them condescendingly—"One of the richest men in the world!" The Treasure of Heaven A Romance of Riches Mr. Francis condescendingly checked the full speed of the colt, and they rode on pretty nearly side by side. Gypsy's Cousin Joy "Well, I will look after the boys"—condescendingly, as if it were not her legitimate business. A Crooked Path A Novel You shall zee I am so proud of ze poetry—" "How very kind of you," interrupted Mrs. Chapman, bowing condescendingly; "how very kind of you, to pay my daughter this high compliment. The Von Toodleburgs Or, The History of a Very Distinguished Family There was an obvious accession of dignity, and she greeted her visitor rather condescendingly—quite charmingly, nevertheless. Enter Bridget "I pray you sit," she said, condescendingly, to her court. Marjorie at Seacote "Well, we will arrange all that," said the lawyer, condescendingly smiling at Nekhludoff's inexperience. The Awakening The Resurrection "There's no doubt about thy gift, lad," he said condescendingly. A People's Man "I am making this trip at the invitation of an American friend," Toussaint explained somewhat condescendingly, and mentioned the name of a well-known millionaire. Atlantis The Countess, too, would smile so condescendingly, and keep up such a conversation with her eyes, now and then glancing at the Earl, who dozed at a respectful distance in the rear. The Adventures of My Cousin Smooth Taper fingers shall condescendingly be extended to us, the smile of beauty beam on us, and witty speech banish our resentful remembrance of incomprehensible jargon. Autumn Leaves Original Pieces in Prose and Verse Nekhludoff sighed deeply, made a low bow, pressed the bony hand condescendingly extended, and departed. The Awakening The Resurrection "Well?" he said condescendingly, "I bet I knew all the time." More William Our scheme, my young friend," He said condescendingly, "is worthy even of your consideration. The Double Life Of Mr. Alfred Burton With this valuable solace, condescendingly bestowed by the ancient gentlemen aforesaid did the committee go away happy, promise to be very good, and keep Finsbury before the world. The Adventures of My Cousin Smooth Herr Professor Radberg looked in, then came in, beaming condescendingly on the young men. The Submarine Boys for the Flag Deeding Their Lives to Uncle Sam "One has to be grand when writing business letters," she told him, condescendingly, and then finished her missive. The Man and the Moment "What a nice boy you are," she said condescendingly. Us An Old Fashioned Story A thousand pounds," Mr. Bomford repeated, condescendingly, "is a very useful sum. The Double Life Of Mr. Alfred Burton Lady Hamilton very condescendingly gratified the company with some charming songs. The Life of the Right Honourable Horatio Lord Viscount Nelson, Volume 2 "Seeing that we have had fathers and mothers,—as I suppose our grandfathers and grandmothers also had,—there can be as little doubt of this as of the preceding points," said Fellowes, rather condescendingly. The Eclipse of Faith Or, A Visit To A Religious Sceptic She cleared the gravel bar, and as she plunged past the now silent information bureau on the landing, condescendingly I waved a hand at them and went on splitting water. The River and I Roger of Amory and other magnates of the middle party reconciled themselves to Lancaster, and he condescendingly restored them to his favour. The History of England From the Accession of Henry III. to the Death of Edward III. (1216-1377) On taking leave, Madame said condescendingly to Cecilia, "If you keep on, my dear, one of these days you will play very nicely." Piano and Song How to Teach, How to Learn, and How to Form a Judgment of Musical Performances The organ peals forth, the hired singers commence a short hymn, and the congregation condescendingly rise, stare about them and converse in whispers. Charles Dickens and Music This boon Mr. Fabian H—— finally condescendingly granted, and like an indulgent pascha, entreated by his favorite slave, he at length permitted her to slumber at his side. The Home in the Valley A chairman with a hammer announced the turns, and condescendingly took champagne with anybody who paid for it. The Grey Wig: Stories and Novelettes They tell a story about a doctor meeting a collier on a bridge in Prague and condescendingly asking the poor layman, 'My dear man, what do you believe?' Luther Examined and Reexamined A Review of Catholic Criticism and a Plea for Revaluation Mrs. Temple now approached also, bent her head kindly and condescendingly, in token of salutation, with a blush which she could not prevent. The Tithe-Proctor The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two Nevertheless, a sudden scruple seemed to come to him, for he ended by saying, condescendingly: 'Perhaps you don't like to sleep in my sheets. His Masterpiece He writes pleasantly about painters, and condescendingly of gardeners and gardening. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 79, May, 1864 How often the magistrate's wife had praised her management, and talked condescendingly to her, when they had dined at the Veyergangs on Sundays! One of Life's Slaves "With him all morning," said Bean condescendingly to his admiring companion. Bunker Bean Hugo decidedly admired the old dandy as he stood there gazing up so condescendingly at the man with the candle. Hugo A Fantasia on Modern Themes "I'll merely say this: that when I make up my mind to settle anything—" He waved his hand again, condescendingly. The Firing Line Sitting rigidly upright in one of the tapestry-covered chairs, she added condescendingly: "Stephen admires this room very much." One Man in His Time She had visited as far north as Atlanta; and she had relatives in Charleston, as she would have condescendingly informed arch-angels, principalities, powers, thrones, and dominions. A Woman Named Smith Bulger condescendingly wrote at his own typewriter, as if he were the son of a millionaire pretending to work up from the bottom. Bunker Bean He smiled intelligently, nodded, and condescendingly returned to the English tongue, writing quickly,—"I am a poor exile from Fatherland, and I much need friends." Humorous Masterpieces from American Literature This added greatly to the delight of Patience, who smiled condescendingly down upon various intimates, blissfully conscious of the envy she was exciting in their breasts. The S. W. F. Club "Well, I don't keep that kind, you see," explained Mr. Carney, condescendingly. St. Nicholas, Vol. 5, No. 4, February 1878 Then she put out her hand, rather condescendingly, with something of the old attempt at superiority, and finally burst into tears. Gladys, the Reaper "Pray do not mention it," spoke the fish most condescendingly. Uncle Wiggily's Adventures He nodded condescendingly, his interest at last retrieved from the contemplation of his mother as a young woman. The Three Black Pennys A Novel That, one must seek on the South road, with its small hamlets, to which the "North roaders," as they are somewhat condescendingly called, drive across to church, or to make purchases. A Village Ophelia and Other Stories "Are you having a good time?" he asked condescendingly, but without intention. The Younger Set "Of which I have heard great things, great things, Mr. Thurston," he boomed condescendingly. The Altar Steps The girl seemed to be the incarnated spirit of universal life and light, and I had condescendingly come to marry this goddess. Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall And if any other person, kindlier, condescendingly protests that there is nothing wrong with Christmas except my advancing age, let that person read no more. The Feast of St. Friend My husband smiled rather condescendingly, and though Alma praised me beyond measure I saw that she was secretly laughing as she said: "Our Margaret Mary is coming out, isn't she?" The Woman Thou Gavest Me Being the Story of Mary O'Neill The great man was condescendingly affable, the lesser one obsequious; while they talked the gentleman in the shadow arose and drew his chair to Audrey's side. Audrey Then he, too, took his seat and after condescendingly asking one of the bystanders for a light called to Kruse: "Drive on, Kruse." The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12 Jan looked condescendingly regretful, but remained adamant as before. The Emperor of Portugalia He greeted the two men coldly and somewhat condescendingly. Alton of Somasco Yesterday I laid the badge of your association at the feet of the sovereign pontiff, and it was most condescendingly and graciously received. Primitive Christian Worship Or, The Evidence of Holy Scripture and the Church, Against the Invocation of Saints and Angels, and the Blessed Virgin Mary I have been meaning to have her take lessons," said Mrs. Wentworth, condescendingly, from her seat near by; "but I have not had time to attend to it. Gordon Keith Mr. Brown condescendingly tried to make conversation by complimenting Matilda on her shrewdness; he'd helped a lot of clever servants like her to snug little fortunes. No. 13 Washington Square "Omaye," "honorably in front," is used both condescendingly and honorifically; "you whom I condescend to allow in my presence," and "you who confer on me the honor of entering your presence." Evolution Of The Japanese, Social And Psychic I like the 'old man's' talk," said the "Kid," condescendingly; "it's to the point and short. A Gunner Aboard the "Yankee" Mrs. Daney nodded condescendingly and sat down on the white sand. Kindred of the Dust It's a woman like the one Julie has to take care of her, Moppet," he explained, condescendingly, "a bonne we call her. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 5 Here Sam condescendingly patted the Second War Chief on the head and nodded approvingly. Two Little Savages Being the adventures of two boys who lived as Indians and what they learned Most condescendingly anxious that she should stay to luncheon, and eat and drink the best the house afforded, but never by any chance inviting her to stay to dinner. Mistress and Maid Paul thought the other three very inferior to her, though the uncle was civil, and talked condescendingly of Venice as though it were even good enough to be admired by a Worrall. Miss Bretherton He probably talked very interesting nonsense, for the fair girl looked at his well-fed face condescendingly and asked indifferently, "Really?" The Party I am a provincial actor principally," he said, smiling condescendingly, "but I have played in Petersburg and Moscow too. The Horse-Stealers and Other Stories "Well, all I say is," he went on, condescendingly, "you've hit upon a capital scheme; and you may bet your boots on it that I won't do anything to spoil it." Apples, Ripe and Rosy, Sir Your father will do him the honor to receive him as his son-in-law, and the Emperor will condescendingly admit him to his relationship! The Youth of the Great Elector The Figures advance condescendingly and pose themselves centrally between the curved seats. Back to Methuselah How condescendingly he accepted all this deserved homage! The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 09 Friedrich Hebbel and Otto Ludwig His good-humour was at its highest spring-tide; the honour of drinking wine with him was separately and respectfully asked, and most condescendingly granted to every person at the table. Frank Mildmay Or, The Naval Officer Louis heard her say importantly and condescendingly to the messenger— "Here ye are, young man." The Price of Love He has most condescendingly assured me of his unlimited confidence, and empowered me to act according to my own unbiased judgment, and to guide the reins of government as I shall choose. The Youth of the Great Elector Miss I-forget-your-name raised both her feet from the floor, stuck her legs out in a straight, slanting line, and condescendingly clapped. The Pretty Lady These simple remedies resorted to by savages, and people as ignorant, are generally approved by experience, and sometimes condescendingly adopted by science. Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 The pastor's wife is delighted to be condescendingly received by the great lady. The Land of Deepening Shadow Germany-at-War Well, Bog," said Mr. Minford, kindly, but condescendingly, "you are just in time to hear good news. Round the Block Drive me from your presence, take from me the pension you most condescendingly insured to me; I feel that I am indeed undeserving of your favor and graciousness. The Youth of the Great Elector "I'm willing enough to help in those ways," said Olivia, condescendingly; "but I think we might have our own things, too." We Girls: a Home Story His tone was abominably, condescendingly tolerant, and his look was the look which a mastiff turns wearily upon a hysterical toy-terrier yapping foolishly at his knees. The Long Shadow He strolled over to the tent, joked condescendingly with the guard who stood before it, and announced that the Captain had said he might talk to the prisoners. The Gringos A lady of high rank gave me her views upon the writing of English prose, with the air of one speaking condescendingly from Olympus, which, as we know, was above even Parnassus. The Silent Isle His grace has just greeted me so amiably, so condescendingly, that he has caused my heart to overflow with joy, and I feel the strongest desire to give expression to this joy. The Youth of the Great Elector James Rutlidge drew near, condescendingly attentive, to the center of attraction. The Eyes of the World He spoke condescendingly, but I knew that if I suggested that after all we might get back he would almost get down on his knees and plead with me. A Williams Anthology A Collection of the Verse and Prose of Williams College, 1798-1910 They tell us," he goes on condescendingly, "that they bring songs from honeyed fountains, culling them from the gardens and dells of the Muses; that, like the bees, they wing from one flower to another. Poetry She has stood for peace, not conquest, and had been treated condescendingly, like a big booby of a boy at school who is afraid of lads half his size. Boy Scouts on Motorcycles With the Flying Squadron You treat us condescendingly, as if our gifts were small, But do you think Almighty God has dowered you with all? Poems The organ peals forth, the hired singers commence a short hymn, and the congregation condescendingly rise, stare about them, and converse in whispers. Sunday under Three Heads ‘How are you, Tibbs?’ condescendingly replied the amateur; and he walked to the window, and whistled louder than ever. Sketches by Boz, illustrative of everyday life and every-day people Alfred turned to his trembling wife with suppressed excitement, and patted her shoulder condescendingly. Baby Mine The sun patted them condescendingly on their flat surfaces, and they seemed sprinkled with silver. Men, Women and Ghosts It will take time," answered Lambert condescendingly, "but you are sure to agree with it at last. Hans Brinker; or, the Silver Skates After expressing this opinion, Mr. Claypole looked into the porter-pot with an aspect of deep wisdom; and having well shaken its contents, nodded condescendingly to Charlotte, and took a draught, wherewith he appeared greatly refreshed. Oliver Twist ‘What’s the ladies a laughing at, sir?’ inquired the little man, condescendingly. Sketches by Boz, illustrative of everyday life and every-day people "I will aid you with my prayers," said the Monarch condescendingly, "and will intreat those gentlemen to let the church alone." Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 2 "Was the First Mate one of the forsaken?" asked Anne, making advances to him which were responded to graciously, if condescendingly. Anne's House of Dreams She went to the first meeting rather condescendingly, regarding herself as the only one besides Guy who knew anything about books or library methods. Main Street The young man observed the look, and asked condescendingly: "What can I do for you, my son?" The Errand Boy "Well—I will," he said condescendingly at last. The Shadow Line; a confession "How do you do, Jefferson?" he said condescendingly. Cast Upon the Breakers She, no doubt, will remark condescendingly that people who can't afford wedding 'towers' are real sensible not to take them; and then she'll remind me that Jane went to Europe for hers. Anne's House of Dreams The professor looked expectantly and a bit condescendingly at the traveler, hoping that the man would take this face-saving opportunity. Stories from the Old Attic If they would remind him of his position, speak condescendingly, or notice his hand, he could endure it, but this—it surely would kill him! Freckles I merely smiled condescendingly in reply, and thought, 'If only they knew!' The Torrents of Spring He nodded condescendingly to the hotel manager, and shook hands with me. The Great Secret He was, she admitted condescendingly, almost as cultivated as the ordinary Chinese gentleman. Java Head Fascinated, Anthony and Gloria watched the girl sit down and radiate the impression that she was only condescendingly present. The Beautiful and Damned Had he accepted the devotion a little pontifically and condescendingly? Love's Shadow Not haughtily—not even condescendingly—just as a matter of course. The Under Dog "I like this old-fashioned rustic diet," she said condescendingly. London Pride Or When the World Was Younger Captain G——, brother of Lord ——-, came to our box; also a scion of La jeune France, M. de C——, who condescendingly kept his hat on during the whole evening. Life in Mexico It was a mimeographed notice urging "the boys" in condescendingly colloquial language to pay the dues of the American Legion. The Beautiful and Damned "You mean that Tony is not a patch upon the late Mr. Vansittart—that is what you mean," said Marguerite, condescendingly. Roden's Corner But behold the lordly beneficence in Mutty Loll's attitude and gesture, as with outstretched hands, palms upward, he greets the Baboo condescendingly with a gift of goodwill! The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 01, No. 03, January, 1858 "Are we, on mature deliberation, considered unworthy of tha honour you so condescendingly awarded to us yesterday?" Queechy He laughed and played with his dinner-napkin, and condescendingly, but unflinchingly, looked at me. A Desperate Character and Other Stories Broad-browed landowners, with dyed moustaches and an expression of dignity on their faces, in Polish hats and cotton overcoats pulled half-on, were talking condescendingly with fat merchants in felt hats and green gloves. A Sportsman's Sketches Works of Ivan Turgenev, Volume I He stood smiling benevolently and condescendingly down upon the faces turned towards him, and rejoiced inwardly over these glorious obsequies of a wild and deplorable past. Roden's Corner The village doctor looked condescendingly on the intruder, and the others in dumb courtesy moved aside to let the new comer through. Honor Edgeworth Ottawa's Present Tense She paused at the door, and said condescendingly: "May I come in?" The Ladies A Shining Constellation of Wit and Beauty He did go on, both cordially and gracefully, but condescendingly, quite incapable of seeing how wounding the manner of his advances was. Recollections of My Childhood and Youth A hundred critics, who do not do much for the poor themselves, will descant on the waste of money in religious enterprises, and smile condescendingly at the enthusiasts who are so unpractical. Expositions of Holy Scripture St. John Chapters I to XIV When supper was served, he most condescendingly insisted that the landlord, his wife and daughter should partake, and ordered a bottle of wine to crown the repast and benefit the house. Oliver Goldsmith A Biography Mrs. Monkey gravely shook hands with her visitors, and condescendingly accepted a bon-bon, which she ate with great dignity, and an assumption of not caring much about it. Fan : the story of a young girl's life She perceived the proud delicacy of the challenge, and recognized that she had condescendingly shirked the real inquiry. The Law-Breakers and Other Stories I had intended," he went on condescendingly, "to have my son put in a large interest in the business, supposing it turned out to be the proper one for him. Five Little Peppers Grown Up Then abruptly, "Good night, little mother," bending to kiss her brow in a hasty, desperate manner, and condescendingly, on his way to the door, "Good-night, girls." Daniel Deronda The stationer said, condescendingly, 'that you would all bring a higher figure, but he merely wished to educate the masses to a high standard of beauty. A Heart-Song of To-day At the end of a selection they either applauded condescendingly or told each other that they hadn't cared for that last—really too peculiar. Linda Condon We moved aft and met the fourth mate, who jerked his thumb over his shoulder at the cliffs in general, and muttered condescendingly: "That's where the Dunbar was wrecked." While the Billy Boils The bold faced countess next appeared; she took the marquis's other arm, and nodded to his guests condescendingly and often, but seemed, after every nod, to throw her head farther back than before. Malcolm Glorious weather we're having," he chirped out condescendingly, "But you certainly have the limit for roads. The City of Fire And he answered condescendingly, this great man who went about building with timber all by himself, he answered: "Why, you can see as much, I take it." Growth of the Soil Men of aristocratic family and rank felt that, because they stood above the people, they owed a certain leadership and service, and they gave it, often in abundant measure, but always condescendingly from above. The Soul of Democracy The Philosophy of the World War in Relation to Human Liberty "A nice young fellow enough," remarked Mr. Hardcastle, condescendingly, returning to the group of ladies. Only an Incident "Tell me about the theft at the English Provident Bank," suggested Polly condescendingly. The Old Man in the Corner His Imperial Highness wrote a letter to the merchant, condescendingly begging him to supply the old woman with "two silver teeth," meaning thereby to give her a trifling present in money. Travels in Morocco, Volume 1. And she patted the air condescendingly with her left hand. The Velvet Glove How pretty you look to-day." condescendingly remarked I. "I don't thank you for that, sir;— "'Praise to the face Is open disgrace!'" was all the response. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 01, No. 02, December, 1857 He smiled pityingly at Hawkins and then looked condescendingly at Mr. Kemp. The Hampstead Mystery "Oh, of course you wouldn't understand—you're a boy," remarked his sister condescendingly, as she put on the becoming dust cap and pulled some gloves on her hands. Billie Bradley and Her Inheritance The Queer Homestead at Cherry Corners You tell them that in the Indian tongue Alaska means "the great country," they smile, and think condescendingly of savage imagery. The Magnetic North My father was undoubtedly a gentleman, and this was most condescendingly admitted by his wife's fastidious coterie. The Doctor's Daughter This handsome offer was condescendingly accepted, and the good man seemed quite relieved. Little Memoirs of the Nineteenth Century Satan was disgraced, the sacredness of the prison and the execution was re-established, and the old man inquired condescendingly, even with a feeling of sincere pity: "Do you want to meet somebody or not?" The Seven Who Were Hanged Mrs. Black condescendingly expressed her opinion that the rocker was a "dear." Cap'n Dan's Daughter Most of the men knew him, condescendingly; he tipped his hat to three or four girls. Tales of the Jazz Age He was very grand and condescendingly polite to her, as if he did not forget she was only a German teacher and I was only a little girl whose mamma he knew. The Head of the House of Coombe "I'm sure, and so do I!" were the last kind words she condescendingly uttered. The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 3 "My boy" Carson went on, looking condescendingly at the youth, "will you kindly run up to the second level and tell Mr. Canfield that his presence is required by the president of the mining company?" Boy Scouts in the Coal Caverns "You may stay and help me fly it," said James, condescendingly. Herbert Carter's Legacy And at last there was only enough for two days more—and a great breach—that's a hole," she added condescendingly,—"big enough to drive my lady's coach-and-six through in the court wall. Under the Storm "Sary, it opens, too!" announced Polly, condescendingly pulling at the strap that moved the spring to turn the half into a low bed. Polly of Pebbly Pit I met him on the golf course and he was condescendingly friendly as ever. Kent Knowles: Quahaug The two princesses each took the queen's hand, which they respectfully kissed, and wishing her good night, curtseyed condescendingly to her new attendant, and retired. The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 1 "Mrs. Carter is a very respectable person," said the squire, condescendingly. Herbert Carter's Legacy "Yes, of course, being in the same counting-room, I think it right to take some notice of you," said Tom, condescendingly. Try and Trust Roi Denis added an abundance of "sweet mouf," and, the compact ended, he condescendingly walked down with me to the beach, shook hands and exchanged a civilized "Au revoir." Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo Volume 1 He, like everyone else, had instantly recognized us as Americans, and, consequently, was condescendingly kind to strangers from a distant and barbarous country. Kent Knowles: Quahaug Pavel Petrovitch knew how to gain a footing in society; he spoke little, but from old habit, condescendingly—though, of course, not when he was talking to persons of a higher rank than his own. A House of Gentlefolk "I will walk along with you, Ben," said Sam condescendingly. The Young Explorer "Mrs. Flinn will change all that, little sister," answered her brother condescendingly. Glenloch Girls He assumed an air of extra consequence, as he remarked condescendingly: "You are very obliging, Tony, and I shall not forget it." Struggling Upward, or Luke Larkin's Luck His father scanned the new text-books while Cyril condescendingly explained to him that all others were superseded and worthless. The Old Wives' Tale He went to the Kalitins every day, but things had grown no easier for him there; the lady of the house was obviously sulky with him, and received him very condescendingly. A House of Gentlefolk Very well spoken!" he remarked, condescendingly—"I see you take a high view of your art! Innocent : her fancy and his fact As I look back over what I have written, much of it gives me a queer impression, as if the obvious were set forth so condescendingly that readers might well laugh at my pomposity. Meaning of Truth His master nodded condescendingly in response to his reluctant salute, and signed to him to take his place at a richly carved writing-table adorned with the climbing figures of winged cupids exquisitely wrought in ivory. Ardath Only a very little while, and she had been deciding to telegraph condescendingly to her mother that she was 'all right'! The Old Wives' Tale And if one condescended to offer an apology, the other ought at once to accept it condescendingly. The Life and Adventures of Maj. Roger Sherman Potter Mrs. Roberts spoke very condescendingly indeed of the company which Helen met at her father's, Mr. Davis having his own opinions about the duty of a clergyman toward the non-aristocratic members of his flock. King Midas: a Romance She listened, complacently, to all those serious cautions against pride, which her religion taught her, and considered that she was obeying its warnings, when she spoke condescendingly to those around her. The Kellys and the O'Kellys Horizon was here altogether unrecognizable; he was majestically negligent and condescendingly jocose. Yama: the pit "Let's see if she knows anything about horses," he said condescendingly, as the Quiet Stockman opened the mob up a little to show the animals to better advantage. We of the Never-Never Thus uprooted, they lost both worlds - rejected by those they rejected so condescendingly as well as by foreign men who found them to be embarrassing, clunky imitations of B-movie characters. After the Rain : how the West lost the East He condescendingly added, however, that the proper source to seek was "Taht," which, meaning simply "below," conveyed to an utter stranger rather imperfect information from a topographical point of view. Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1 Mr. Netlips smiled condescendingly, and nodded as one who should say—'You do well, my poor fellow, to be humble in my presence!'— and buried his nose in his tankard of ale. God's Good Man In their relations Verka was the adoring party; while he, like an important idol, condescendingly received the worship and the proffered gifts. Yama: the pit That's right, Pet!" said the Honourable Flexible Shanks, condescendingly, as the prizefighter scientifically filled the bowl of his pipe; "I'm glad to see you join us in a bit of smoke. Adventures of Mr. Verdant Green Mrs. Bazalgette informed her new ally condescendingly that he knew nothing of the sex he had undertaken to tackle. Love Me Little, Love Me Long Let's have a look at it then," said Marten condescendingly, "though I can't say I'm in a geological temper this morning. South Wind Its younger members she treated rather condescendingly; childish things she had long ago put away, and her sole pleasure was in intellectual talk. The Odd Women Gallant old boys, full of gout and softness, they had sunk their rank and taken whatever dull jobs, such as guarding internment camps or railway bridges, the War Office condescendingly thought fit to give them. The Red Planet You are a sharp boy!" he observed condescendingly—"and tall for your age, no doubt. The Master-Christian There is no harm in you,"—he answered, condescendingly—"You may think what you like,—you are only a woman. The Life Everlasting; a reality of romance But for Josephine this treasury was condescendingly opened, and to the empress was presented this casket of relics, and behold, the miracle took place! Empress Josephine An historical sketch of the days of Napoleon "I am quite charmed with the estimation in which both you and my brother hold that wonderful woman," said Miss Harriett, condescendingly. Mr. Hogarth's Will "There, what do you think of THIS?" she demanded, as she proudly displayed her charge, and, being invited thereto, condescendingly laid it in Deb's outstretched arms. Sisters But nothing will more inspire me to heroic deeds than the friendship which you so condescendingly evince for me. Prince Eugene and His Times "Nice sleepy old place this," observed Mr. Jacobi condescendingly. Herb of Grace I'm a woman's rights woman, and if any man had offered help in the morning, I should have condescendingly refused it, sure that I could do everything as well, if not better, myself. Hospital Sketches Whereupon he seated himself, and looked condescendingly round the table. Thelma But it was the others who received the applause—the nut-cracker girl who pirouetted, and the vain man who tapped his chest and smiled condescendingly. The Vultures Of course—of course," replied he, condescendingly; "if the laurels of the little prince disturb your slumbers, you have my full consent to go after him. Prince Eugene and His Times I will do all in my power to oblige you," said Madame Etienne, condescendingly, "and if you require it. Joseph II. and His Court She looked lovingly after him and thought to herself condescendingly: "Mere children!" Mother "Certainly, sir, as nice and elegant as you may desire," said the porter, condescendingly. Louisa of Prussia and Her Times Mrs. Walker smiled condescendingly and contemptuously—as much at Chicago society as at the Cowperwoods. The Titan The pacha smiled condescendingly on the tschorbadji, who walked into the next room, and seated himself at its farthest end. Mohammed Ali and His House Albert smiled condescendingly and, instead of looking over Mr. Keeler's books, walked over to the window and looked out of that. The Portygee He glanced down at her and smiled condescendingly. Pointed Roofs Pilgrimage, Volume 1 "You have some slight connection with journalism, have you not, Julian?" the Earl asked his son condescendingly. The Devil's Paw His face looked condescendingly contented, and all his figure somewhat aristocratic and haughty. The Man Who Was Afraid "Well, there you see!" said the general, condescendingly. The Idiot Pierre looked at Timokhin with the condescendingly interrogative smile with which everybody involuntarily addressed that officer. War and Peace They saw through it, and then there resulted strained relations, slight stiffness of manner, even in the most useful and amiable persons, lack of desire to be hospitable, or even condescendingly generous. T. Tembarom The Prince dined with a good appetite, laughing and talking very gayly, and condescendingly bidding his two companions to sit with him at table. The History of Henry Esmond, Esq. A Colonel in the Service of Her Majesty Queen Anne Foma often met her on the street at which meeting she always bowed condescendingly, her fair head in a fashionable cap. The Man Who Was Afraid Fergus was sometimes at home; sometimes away; but he was now quite a fine gentleman, a student of theology, and only condescendingly cognizant of the existence of Donal Grant. Sir Gibbie And Captain Daniels had spoken highly—condescendingly but highly—of his housekeeper's qualifications and personality. Keziah Coffin I was about condescendingly to interpellate him in my best Polish, when I caught the gleam of an angry yellow eye and noted the bristle of a red beard—Kossowski! The Lock and Key Library Classic Mystery and Detective Stories: Modern English He called to the loyal fellow to come in, and thanked him, not condescendingly, as a master recognises the cleverness of his servant, but as one friend thanks another. The Coming Conquest of England She spoke to him condescendingly, often jesting at his expense; her talk was always full of words which were unfamiliar to Foma; and she pronounced these words with particular emphasis and with evident satisfaction. The Man Who Was Afraid He behaved carelessly, condescendingly with them, and even stooped to scornful laughter of their feelings for himself. The Witch and other stories |
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