| 单词 | curtly |
| 例句 | What in God’s name, I thought, perplexed but also amused, and when I asked Francis he said, curtly, “For my bath.” The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z He nodded curtly, went out, and closed the door smartly behind him. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z "You will not like the ride, I promise you that," he'd said curtly, and since the moment they set out, he had done all he could to live up to that promise. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Jaunty nodded curtly at them, which was as good a farewell as anyone ever got from him. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z “I am sorry that it is beyond your skill to make a dress to flatter my complexion,” Penelope said curtly. The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling 2011-01-25T00:00:00Z He stared at him, then asked curtly: “What do you want?” Night 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z “I ride with Lucky in the front,” Salvador said curtly. Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z “What do you do?” the soldier curtly asks Pa. “I work as a packer in the shipping port.” First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z “I doubt it,” he said, and nodded curtly. Artemis Fowl 2001-04-26T00:00:00Z “He teaches me nothing now,” he answered curtly. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z “Then I’m afraid I don’t see the problem,” the Chancellor said curtly, letting the paper settle to the table. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z I asked for a lawyer and was curtly refused. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z “There’s nothing in them that would help you,” he said curtly. The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z “The baby is nearly well now,” he said curtly. The Pearl 1947-01-01T00:00:00Z For a moment as they looked at each other, she thought she saw him wrestle with what to say, but then the hardness returned to his eyes and he said curtly, “You must go home.” Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z Snape took his time looking around at everybody else, making sure he had no choice, before saying curtly, “Very well — Miss Granger?” Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z “They’d say,” returned my sister, curtly, “pretty well. Not too much, but pretty well.” Great Expectations 1861-08-01T00:00:00Z The captain nodded curtly at the preacher and said something else to Hickey, again too low for us to hear. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z I let this drop curtly to bar him from telling me what to do about my work. A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z “My people are peaceful,” the Queen said curtly. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z And then she glanced at Ash and said curtly, “Go and fetch us some writing materials. We must respond immediately.” Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z “If you think it important, by all means do,” Henry said curtly. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z Reaching DuBridge by phone in early October, Lawrence informed him curtly that he was needed to lead an important defense initiative. Big Science 2015-07-07T00:00:00Z When we get to the sofa, Mom simply nods curtly at my father and Anastasia, gives me a forehead kiss, then turns and hurries away with John Mark. Blended 2018-10-30T00:00:00Z “Woman, stop crying,” the man with the braided beard said curtly. Half of a Yellow Sun 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z “You want me to pick up a newspaper fer you, do you, mister?” he asked curtly, flicking the lines a little on the horses’ rumps. Across Five Aprils 1964-01-01T00:00:00Z The teacher handed down assignments without explanation, curtly telling students where they would spend the rest of their lives. Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West 2013-03-26T00:00:00Z “No,” said Harry curtly, then, “let’s keep looking,” and he turned away, wishing he had not seen the stone: He did not want his excited trepidation tainted with resentment. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z “It’s been getting clearer and clearer for months. I am becoming seriously concerned, I can’t deny it —” “Then flee,” said Snape’s voice curtly. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z “Julian,” he said curtly, “will never be a scholar of the very first rate, and that is because he is only capable of seeing things on a selective basis.” The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z “Do you have anything to say in your defense?” the Chancellor asked curtly. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z “I wouldn’t dream of such a thing,” he said curtly. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z “I am leaving!” he announced curtly, with the bearing of a Russian count, informing Fischer and Schmid that he was going to the stage to play the game there. Endgame 2011-02-01T00:00:00Z “No,” he said curtly, and his tone was livid. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z “My in-laws were killed in an accident,” he told her curtly. The House of the Spirits: A Novel 1982-01-01T00:00:00Z “He spoke it well enough to order the most expensive thing on the menu every time we went to a restaurant,” said Henry curtly, and I thought it wise to change the subject and did. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z She nodded curtly to a spot several feet away and gestured for Ekon to come with her. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z When a fire was blazing in the hearth, Sansa thanked the maid curtly and ordered her out. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z Beneath the burqa, the doctor shook her head curtly. A Thousand Splendid Suns 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z “I think I will go back to bed,” Snape said curtly. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z When he was reminded that he had been just as sour about his prospects before both the 1928 and 1932 Olympics, he replied curtly, “This time it’s different.” The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics 2014-05-27T00:00:00Z “I’m not going anywhere,” the detective said curtly. Flush 2005-09-13T00:00:00Z “Then it must be true,” he said curtly. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z The guard nodded curtly and beckoned to his companions. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z “We are following the school curriculum, Tiffany,” Mr. K. replies curtly. Blended 2018-10-30T00:00:00Z “Bring down your Misbehavior Report,” he said curtly. Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Harry heard talking at the door, and someone laughing, and Uncle Vernon answering curtly. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z The kindness gives way a moment when he snaps his fingers and curtly admonishes the guardias for not putting out chairs for his guests. In the Time of the Butterflies 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z “Well, you should all get a move on,” she said curtly, leaning down to run a hand through his mussed hair. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z Mrs. Montague’s voice preceded her, and she swept into the dining room, tapped the doctor curtly on the shoulder by way of greeting and seated herself with a general nod to the others. The Haunting of Hill House 1959-10-01T00:00:00Z “Well, there’s no guarantee that there’ll be room for them when they arrive,” he said curtly. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z She answers curtly that she doesn’t have anything to talk about. Enrique's Journey 2006-02-21T00:00:00Z “You have no choice in the matter,” he said curtly. Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z “Why don’t you ask him, then? He’s so smart,” I said, more curtly than I had intended. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z “Some of us know it all,” Mama says curtly. In the Time of the Butterflies 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z “I can go wherever I want,” Ash said curtly. Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z Mr. Kempsey'd told me, curtly, to get on with my homework till I was sent for, but for once I was up to date. Black Swan Green 2006-04-10T00:00:00Z We were curtly informed that the injured man could make a request for a doctor the next day if he so wished. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z The husband’s testimony does not always match up, occasionally leading him to contradict her or merely say curtly, “No comment.” Review: From Neil LaBute, a Case of He Said, She Said, No One Said 2020-10-28T04:00:00Z Back at his desk, he rudely swats away the callers he deems less than emergent, curtly processing the rest. ‘The Guilty’ Review: Dial R for Redemption 2021-09-30T04:00:00Z He illustrates his point, showing how to sip and then curtly nod. Rob Brydon and Steve Coogan: 'We're not the big buddies people think we are' 2010-10-26T19:29:00Z "We're not having a dialogue, this is question and answers," he says curtly. Sam Shepard bares his soul 2010-03-21T00:05:00Z I’ve been consistently rude, and when I must speak to him, I do so curtly. How Do I Handle My Creepy Brother-in-Law? 2018-03-20T04:00:00Z He performed his act to the sound of snickers and “sympathy applause” from fellow magicians, failing so dismally that he was curtly dismissed by one of the judges. Books of The Times: ‘Fooling Houdini’ by Alex Stone 2012-06-20T20:11:57Z “Would you please hurry up?” she curtly asks him and something in the officer snaps — fear, anger, prejudice, impatience? Review | In HBO’s ‘Traffic Stop,’ one incident magnifies the civil rights issue of our time 2018-02-16T05:00:00Z The movie’s narrowly dramatic technique, with its curtly informational scenes, is matched by the emotional overdetermination of the images. “Nancy” Reviewed: A Complex, Untapped Story of a Woman’s Desperate Hoax 2018-06-14T04:00:00Z When Jim Webb complained about not getting enough time to speak, Mr. Cooper curtly answered, “You agreed to these rules.” In First Debate, Democrats Keep the Drama to a Minimum 2015-10-14T04:00:00Z Sensing scrutiny, Joseph replied curtly, "I'm full now, but I'll want to eat it later." My number one parenting trick? Always save those two last bites 2021-09-20T04:00:00Z At another point, he rejects a dish curtly: "Don't give me anything that's not good." A film for foodies: Culinary creativity at elBulli 2011-07-19T20:23:09Z He could hear boys' voices and the sounds of a computer game, the sounds of bombs dropping, the phoney, electronic drawl."Thank you, Beatrice," Tessa said curtly, heading toward the door. Fancy dress by Kate Horsley 2010-12-26T00:05:12Z Asked by Mr. Goodell if sea-level rise had altered his business thinking, he replied curtly that it hadn’t. The Water Will Come, but Not to This Miami Home 2018-05-08T04:00:00Z As full-body infections wracked Dice’s immunodeficient body, a night doctor enlisted last-ditch drugs like amphotericin, whose side effects, he curtly mentioned, included “occasional death.” Motherlode Blog: After Leukemia, New Year’s Lipstick-Marked Beginnings 2014-01-01T14:06:48Z After Googling the answer, the outflanked name-that-tuner told my friend curtly, "You're right," before proceeding to sulk for the rest of the meal. Googling at dinner? Sometimes it's OK 2010-12-12T16:40:00Z It was 11:30 a.m. and I feared that he might answer the door in his pajamas and curtly send me packing. Finding a Warm Welcome in the Elqui Valley 2015-12-22T05:00:00Z After Googling the answer, the outflanked name-that-tuner told my friend curtly, “You’re right,” before proceeding to sulk for the rest of the meal. This Life: Should You Google at Dinner? 2010-12-10T18:01:00Z “We don’t like women with three names,” the guard said curtly. First Person: The Patriot Act Makes It Hard for a Woman to Have Two Last Names 2013-12-07T00:33:03Z Asked by an upbeat Graham whom he was most “excited” to see win an Academy Award, Grant curtly replied: “No one in particular.” Is Hugh Grant rude or just British? Oscars interview may be lost in translation. 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z “Which person are we supposed to be shaming? I’m torn, I hate them both,” another curtly put. Bride shames sister for 'not appropriate' bridesmaid dress, removes her from wedding party 2019-06-25T04:00:00Z Every "high-achieving sociopath" – as Sherlock Holmes happily and curtly described himself – needs his Watson. Sherlock; Dispatches: Britain's Witch Children; Orchestra United 2010-07-31T23:06:00Z As for Mr. Payne, he responded curtly when asked about Searchlight’s shifting strategy this week. For ?The Descendants,? a New Angle in the Oscar Race 2012-02-09T23:15:46Z Anna attempts to cozy up to this exotic English nurse and is curtly rebuffed. ‘The Wonder’: From the author of ‘Room,’ another tight, intense drama 2016-09-22T04:00:00Z “I’m doing something right now,” Abdul-Jabbar said, curtly and with good reason. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the basketball icon, reinvented as culture vulture 2015-02-26T05:00:00Z He might now be scowling and frowning on the wedding day he was unwilling to cancel, curtly shaking his head when his wife and daughter asked if anything was wrong. My favourite Hitchcock: Psycho 2012-07-23T10:57:21Z Three cool monosyllables, surname first, a little curtly, as befits a former naval commander. Sean Connery at 90: a dangerously seductive icon of masculinity 2020-08-25T04:00:00Z When she presses him for insights, he curtly says, “I put everything I have into my songs.” Review: ‘A Beautiful Noise’ Makes for a Morose Neil Diamond Musical 2022-12-04T05:00:00Z “I’ve had moments with him where he’s about to very curtly respond to an email and I go, ‘Dad, don’t go Hamilton on them,’” says Lin-Manuel. At Sundance, Lin-Manuel Miranda shares the spotlight 2020-01-26T05:00:00Z “Godfather would be better,” she said, a bit curtly. Eileen Myles, the Poet Muse of ‘Transparent’ 2016-01-16T05:00:00Z Driver curtly answered, “F— you. I don’t know. Next question.” Adam Driver, 'Ferrari' star, has choice words for folks who don't like the crash scenes 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z “Of course I’m concerned. She couldn’t walk off the pitch,” she said before curtly responding to White’s claim that there was no backup plan in place at the Euros. England faces an anxious wait over Keira Walsh’s injury at the Women’s World Cup 2023-07-29T04:00:00Z “A lot of things in life are unfair,” he said curtly. Verstappen can surpass Senna with a 42nd F1 win at the Austrian Grand Prix 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z When I mentioned that the city budget had slotted $2.8 billion to the department from the unrestricted revenues, Moore curtly replied, “No.” Column: On LAPD spending, everyone's right and everyone's wrong 2023-02-18T05:00:00Z “Let’s create conditions first,” Xi replied curtly, then muttered one more word as he walked away: “Naive.” A more pragmatic Xi Jinping launches a global charm offensive for China 2022-11-27T05:00:00Z Informed of the topic, she curtly shook her head. Bostonians’ Take on the Royals’ Whirlwind Visit? Whatevah. 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z When asked if he thought he and the offense let down the defense - which sacked Mac Jones six times - Wilson replied curtly: “No. No.” Jets bench Zach Wilson, Mike White to start vs. Bears 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z When asked if he thought he and the offense let down the defense — which sacked Mac Jones six times — Wilson replied curtly: “No. No.” Jets bench Zach Wilson, Mike White to start vs. Bears 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z “My job is not to worry about those people,” he added curtly. Party gatherings give a window into Biden’s mind, from nukes to Pelosi 2022-10-19T04:00:00Z However, Mrs Badenoch did not respond so curtly to one of her rivals in the contest. Tory leadership contest: Liz Truss quizzed after criticism flies in race to No 10 2022-07-14T04:00:00Z "This is a university," she said to me curtly. Christian fascism is right here, right now: After Roe, can we finally see it? 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z Asked what usually happened with the proceeds, he said curtly, “Normally to the bank.” A Theft From South Africa’s President. A Silence From South Africa. 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z At a recent private lunch one European leader, asked whether they thought that the difficulties over Northern Ireland could lead to a trade war, curtly answered "yes". Europe is prepping for a trade war no-one wants 2022-06-13T04:00:00Z The drone confronts him, hovering in front of his face as the remote border agent controlling it curtly demands in English that he identify himself. 4 years ago, Brinc Drones’ young CEO had a darker project. He insists he’s had a change of heart 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z After Italy kicked out 30 Russian diplomats on Tuesday in coordination with other Western countries, the League curtly noted that peace can by reached by "dialogue and diplomacy, not by expelling diplomats." Analysis: Italy's politics, public opinion, could weaken West's anti-Putin front 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z Asked about Mr. Zelensky’s assessment after casting his vote in Budapest on Sunday morning, Mr. Orban said curtly: “Mr. Zelensky is not voting today. Thank you. Are there any other questions?” Pro-Putin Leaders in Hungary and Serbia Set to Win Re-election 2022-04-03T04:00:00Z “No more questions about her,” he said curtly. Ruling is expected Monday in Kamila Valieva case, while test turnaround is questioned 2022-02-12T05:00:00Z “Don’t have one, friends sold as well,” the brother-in-law replied to her curtly. How to sneak into a Bored Ape Yacht Club party 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z Asked his recollection of the accident, Woods said curtly, "All those answers have been answered in the investigation, so you can read about all that there in the police report." Woods has little to offer on past accident or future in golf 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z Asked his recollection of the accident, Woods said curtly, “All those answers have been answered in the investigation, so you can read about all that there in the police report.” Woods has little to offer on past accident or future in golf 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z When I read his quote back, to be sure I’d heard him correctly, he said curtly: “I know what I said.” In a Seattle school’s backyard, lessons on compassion and its limits 2021-11-12T05:00:00Z Later, in 1922, the court curtly dismissed a challenge to San Antonio’s public school smallpox vaccine requirement, which barred students from school if they failed to show a certificate of vaccination. Opinion | Biden isn’t proposing a vaccine mandate. He’s giving people a vaccine choice. 2021-09-23T04:00:00Z “There’s no news to share. I don’t need to clarify any reason for that,” Bottas said curtly at the Belgian GP on Thursday. Bottas and Russell waiting to see where they will drive next 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Asked how he would describe the riot, in which a hostile crowd demanded the hanging of Vice President Mike Pence, his brother, Representative Greg Pence of Indiana, responded curtly, “I don’t describe it.” Already Distorting Jan. 6, G.O.P. Now Concocts Entire Counternarrative 2021-07-31T04:00:00Z “I tried to be more aggressive,” he said curtly. Analysis | The Bucks must get more from their supporting cast to make these NBA Finals competitive 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z Booker explained his frustration curtly: "We were losing the game. We want to win." Lakers celebrate playoff homecoming in 109-95 win over Suns 2021-05-28T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump steadfastly refused to say he would accede to the peaceful transfer of power — and here Mr. Biden declares, curtly and defiantly, that the process has been successfully completed without his predecessor’s participation. President Biden’s Full Inauguration Speech, Annotated 2021-01-20T05:00:00Z The message never reached the security desk though and I was curtly asked: "What are you doing, bringing a child in with you?" ‘I was desperate for a cancer manual – but there isn’t one’ 2020-12-22T05:00:00Z It’s a prayer, of course, and a plea for connection — which Smith curtly acknowledges. Review: Zadie Smith gets intimate in a searching collection of quarantine essays 2020-07-24T04:00:00Z Elliott curtly said after the race he needed to learn how to handle lapped traffic better and never mentioned Logano specifically. NASCAR has new rules, new feuds and more fans at Talladega 2020-06-20T04:00:00Z When my mother asks what I cooked for dinner, eyes brimming with sweet interest, I snap at her curtly: “Eggs and tomato.” Family Zoom meetings are gestures of love. Why do they sometimes feel so painful? | Geoffrey Mak 2020-06-20T04:00:00Z “I feel good about my re-election. Go vote,” Mr. Graham said curtly. Has Lindsey Graham Become Too Trumpy for South Carolina? Not So Fast 2020-06-10T04:00:00Z "I don't care what the Brits think of Nigerian English," one writer curtly replied when I asked his opinion. War of words as Nigerian English gets Oxford recognition 2020-02-29T05:00:00Z Asked whether there were lessons for the Trump administration in the report, Biden responded curtly, "Look, this administration is incapable of learning elections." Biden claims Russian bots were attacking him on Facebook 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z When he called home, his father curtly refused: “I’m not the one torturing you.” Ethiopians brave deserts and smugglers on the way to Saudi 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z “My statement stays the same. It’s five years,” Mr. Dimon said curtly. Big Banks Ended 2019 on a High Note 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z “No,” Kuzma said, curtly, when asked if this distraction frustrates him in the wake of his strong play recently. Kyle Kuzma tells LeBron James he doesn't endorse trainer's critical comments 2019-12-28T05:00:00Z When someone asked why Snyder wasn’t there to make the announcement, Allen said curtly, “Because I am.” Redskins fire Coach Jay Gruden, who says he isn’t bitter: ‘I didn’t get it done’ 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z “Nobody will talk about it,” one administration official said curtly. Drama surrounding Trump overshadows global worries at U.N. gathering 2019-09-27T04:00:00Z Giulianotti curtly reported that the beginning of the procedure had been a struggle. Paging Dr. Robot 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z Mr. Lewandowski curtly disagreed: “I didn’t think the president asked me to do anything illegal.” ‘I Wasn’t Asked to Do Anything Illegal,’ Lewandowski Says in Hearing 2019-09-17T04:00:00Z A bitter war of words quickly escalated between the two camps, with No 10 curtly rebuffing his proposal. Nigel Farage won't be allowed anywhere near government, say Tories 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z “Felt good,” he said curtly when asked about his performance. Column: Rams' Todd Gurley looks great in spurts, but Malcolm Brown also carries rushing load 2019-09-08T04:00:00Z When I ask him if he goes out of his way not to be perceived as a political writer, he answers curtly: “I’m not a political writer, no.” Malcolm Gladwell: ‘I’m just trying to get people to take psychology seriously’ 2019-09-01T04:00:00Z Asked if it hurts Democrats with voters, Vice said he responded curtly: “of course it is.” Harry Reid says ‘Medicare for All’ is loser for Dems 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z He was curtly advised to do his own test. Seabed mining is coming — bringing mineral riches and fears of epic extinctions 2019-07-23T04:00:00Z When further pressed on Messi’s poor form, Scaloni replied curtly: “All there is to say about Leo is he’s the best in the world.” While Argentina make progress, Messi toils at Copa 2019-06-28T04:00:00Z “Well I just reject your hypothesis,” replied Tarantino curtly, leaving Robbie to answer the question with tact, while the director appeared to visibly stew. Richard Ashcroft making up with Mick can’t change the mould | Rebecca Nicholson 2019-05-25T04:00:00Z When host Ellen DeGeneres asked if Cooper, 44, would be interested in touring with Gaga to promote the film’s soundtrack, the star responded curtly. Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga encore? Actor reveals idea for special ‘A Star is Born’ event 2019-04-25T04:00:00Z “No,” Barr replied curtly, before gathering his papers and leaving the briefing room. Mueller report findings: Mueller rejects argument that Trump is shielded from obstruction laws 2019-04-18T04:00:00Z He was asked twice in his introductory press conference as a Laker about how he balances his time, and he responded to both questions curtly. LeBron James’ off-court moves are making him a major Hollywood player. How he does it 2019-03-29T04:00:00Z Seated just above him, in a yellow blouse and a blue jacket, she curtly asked him to stick to the agenda. How a German Teen’s Death Has Become a Political Weapon 2019-01-21T05:00:00Z “Program,” Jean said curtly, nodding at her hand. A young journalist, an old lady, and a vintage e-pet reunion 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z Mr. Powell also curtly addressed speculation that President Trump’s unhappiness over monetary policy might lead to his removal as Fed chairman. Fed Chairman Powell Sees Flexibility on Rates This Year 2019-01-05T05:00:00Z “I know the billboard you are referring to,” he said a little curtly. “Acceptance Journey” 2018-12-17T05:00:00Z Last year’s performance was packed and borderline aggressive: loud drunks hooting, Dina curtly nodding in response, angry-looking bouncers standing with their arms crossed. Holiday revue review: Dina Martina’s fresh show at ACT, Scott Shoemaker’s merrily chaotic cabaret at Re-bar 2018-12-13T05:00:00Z “I don’t see anything special about our name. It’s a normal name,” the challenger, a commercial banker and small-business owner, said curtly. In Orange County, 24 Vietnamese Americans are running for office. 13 share same last name - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-21T04:00:00Z Before curtly dismissing them, Strode insists their investigation into Myers is pointless. Film Review: 40 years later, ‘Halloween’ slashes again 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z She went on to note with a shocked expression that the Jewish prophet Moses was included and curtly saying “not gonna comment” repeatedly about that. Hillary Clinton scrubbed from curriculum by Texas State Board of Education 2018-09-17T04:00:00Z If her parents spoke to her, she could reply only curtly, in monosyllables. “Cecilia Awakened” 2018-09-10T04:00:00Z That will be a new job for many of the agents who currently spend their entire days at a school’s front desk, sometimes curtly asking for identification from visitors. Wander the Halls, Say Hello: A New Approach to School Safety 2018-09-05T04:00:00Z “You’ll have to ask the Justice Department,” he said curtly, before hanging up on me. How the Trump administration went easy on small-town police abuses 2018-08-30T04:00:00Z “Yes,” Eligia replies curtly, after pondering the question for a long time. How Jorge Barón Biza Turned His Family Tragedy Into Fiction 2018-07-30T04:00:00Z But when the organisation checked on its request twice last year and again in May 2018, the DoJ answered curtly. Brett Kavanaugh’s years as a government lawyer 2018-07-18T04:00:00Z After curtly telling reporters on Monday that Russia was not a friend of the United States, Mr. McConnell went further, warning that Congress would take measures against Russia if it continued to meddle. Trump Now Says He Accepts U.S. Intelligence Reports on Russian Election Meddling 2018-07-17T04:00:00Z But when Sweden coach Janne Andersson was asked about it, he curtly suggested any doubters ask Sweden’s beaten opponents how tough the Swedes are to play. WORLD CUP KICKOFF: England’s ‘easy’ path runs through Sweden 2018-07-06T04:00:00Z He said no before adding, curtly, "Sales pitch is gonna be when we win a championship. Beat that pitch." Ultra-competitive Russell Westbrook puts up astounding numbers, but Thunder's future is up in the air 2018-04-29T04:00:00Z Nordstrom family members offered $50 a share to buy out their namesake retailer and take it private, but a board of directors committee curtly rejected the price Monday as “inadequate.” Nordstrom rejects family’s $50-a-share take-private offer, threatens to terminate discussions 2018-03-05T05:00:00Z When she complains there are so many memories attached to the home, he curtly responds: “Make new ones.” Review: ‘Nostalgia’ is an unrushed poem with a great cast 2018-02-13T05:00:00Z “I’m not seeking his political advice,” she curtly added. Arizona G.O.P. Tiptoes Between a Trump-Loving Base and a Leery Wider Electorate 2018-02-09T05:00:00Z Then nodding curtly to a reporter, he ducked back inside. Anger and fear along Turkey’s border as offensive brings the war back home 2018-02-06T05:00:00Z “We didn’t talk about the wall,” Mr. Videgaray said curtly on Friday. Tillerson Tries to Soothe Troubled Allies in Latin America. It’s Not an Easy Sell. 2018-02-02T05:00:00Z He’s known as Seattle’s Sandwich Nazi — after the “Seinfeld” Soup Nazi character — famous for curtly hurrying any indecisive or otherwise hesitant customers along. Goodbye to Seattle’s Sandwich Nazi: Bakeman’s is closing 2017-12-06T05:00:00Z “You guys — hold,” the Republican senator from Alaska said curtly. Ready to deal this time? Alaska’s Murkowski is in the health-care spotlight. Again. 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z “Misinterpretation, which is the watchword of your publication,” Mr. de Blasio said curtly, and then called on another reporter. Touting Record as Mayor, de Blasio Laments His Lack of Acclaim 2017-09-05T04:00:00Z The sign clarifies — curtly, if not vociferously — that the salumeria is an “Italian deli.” Review | Craving Italian sandwiches? A shop in Brookland imports the Naples deli experience, with a twist. 2017-08-03T04:00:00Z “Yeah,” I said curtly, afraid that the truce would not last. The Secret Life of Pain 2017-08-01T04:00:00Z One obvious and immediate step would be to curtly decline his invitation to renegotiate the agreement, followed by an effort to isolate the US within the ongoing Paris negotiations. How should world leaders punish Trump for pulling out of Paris accord? | Wael Hmaidan 2017-06-15T04:00:00Z At other points, he has been dismissive of Bannon, curtly telling him he is not needed at this meeting or that. In battle for Trump’s heart and mind, it’s Bannon vs. Kushner 2017-04-07T04:00:00Z That task fell to Mr. Bannon, who curtly dismissed Mr. Christie a few minutes after Mr. Pence took his leave. Amid White House Tumult, Pence Offers Trump a Steady Hand 2017-03-28T04:00:00Z House Speaker Paul D. Ryan emerged from the session and announced curtly that Mr. Trump would get his wish for a vote on Friday. House Opens Debate Ahead of Vote on Health Bill 2017-03-24T04:00:00Z House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., emerged from the session and said curtly that Trump would get his wish for a vote Friday. Pick revised health law or Obamacare, Trump warns GOP 2017-03-23T04:00:00Z After a list of charges against the former president was read aloud in court on Thursday — quite possibly for the last time — he responded curtly: “It did not happen.” Egyptian Court Clears Way for Hosni Mubarak’s Release 2017-03-02T05:00:00Z Asked Thursday if the Yankees would deliver their case in a way that would not offend Betances, Cashman said curtly, “No.” Dellin Betances’ Arbitration Case Against the Yankees Could Redefine Relief Pitching 2017-02-16T05:00:00Z Too frail, ordinarily, to be uttered, some anticipation of fulfillment sponsors these calamitous pursuits of happiness and curtly eloquent confessions. A Neglected South American Masterpiece 2017-01-15T05:00:00Z “We can’t worry about how neighborhoods relate to each other in Kandahar,” he curtly told General Petraeus, according to people in the room. The Afghan War and the Evolution of Obama 2017-01-01T05:00:00Z “That is my business, not yours,” she says curtly. Carmen Herrera: 'Men controlled everything, not just art' 2016-12-31T05:00:00Z Not long after their wedding, William W. Chambers’s wife curtly asked him: “What did you do for her?” Does somebody else have your name? Or do you have somebody else’s? 2016-12-25T05:00:00Z Trump himself curtly dismissed the reports of the CIA findings. FBI covered up Russian influence on Trump's election win, Harry Reid claims 2016-12-10T05:00:00Z Trump answered curtly: “You’re going to make the same if you do as good of a job, and I happen to be pro-life, okay?” This is what happens when Donald Trump attacks a private citizen on Twitter 2016-12-08T05:00:00Z Teaching them first on disarmed mines and then using the real thing, Jensen curtly advises the boys not to waste time on self-pity. Young prisoners of war are victims of WWII fallout in the explosive foreign-language Oscar entry 'Land of Mine' 2016-12-08T05:00:00Z When a panicked Bonner pleaded with Podesta for advice on how to respond to the “press nightmare” the spat had become, Podesta curtly warned her that obsessing would only garner more media attention. The Clintons' old attack dogs have a profitable new role, and sometimes it makes the campaign nervous 2016-11-04T04:00:00Z When Richard points to his marriage license, framed on the wall, he's curtly told by the sheriff, "That's no good here." The interracial-romance turmoil at the center of 'Loving' is brought to light with a clear-eyed humanity 2016-11-03T04:00:00Z Recordings of conversations between the Pulse nightclub shooter and Orlando police show the shooter spoke curtly and nervously at the start of the three-hour-long standoff June 12. Audio of Omar Mateen's 911 calls during Pulse massacre released 2016-10-31T04:00:00Z I went up to the woman to ask her if she needed help, she curtly declined and kept hurting her child. ‘The Voting Booth ... Is Simply NOT the Place to Protest’ 2016-10-01T04:00:00Z When tightrope walker Philippe Petit was asked why he did what he did, he replied curtly: “Why - there is no why.” Music Review: Rachael Yamagata takes her act a little higher 2016-09-22T04:00:00Z “The facts speak for themselves,” he said curtly. Netanyahu Traces Path to Power Back to Entebbe, and Lost Brother 2016-07-04T04:00:00Z “Um, no I do not,” the Indiana woman on the receiving end said, curtly but politely. Donald Trump’s loyal volunteers: Superfans and workhorses 2016-06-12T04:00:00Z As colleagues, including Representative Keith Ellison of Minnesota, a co-chairman of the Progressive Caucus, urged Mr. Grayson to back off, Mr. Reid, unruffled, replied curtly: “I want you to lose. It is true.” Alan Grayson Confronts Harry Reid Over Request to Quit Florida's Senate Race 2016-05-11T04:00:00Z At first she ignored the question, but when the moderators followed up, she dismissed it curtly. In the Democratic Debate, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders Clash on Immigration 2016-03-09T05:00:00Z Please keep that in mind the next time someone quickly and curtly suggests pizza over hamburgers for dinner — there's a 1-in-10 chance your friend let a robot write that. Gmail now has 1 billion monthly active users 2016-02-01T05:00:00Z As the debate audience laughed, Trump responded curtly: “No, not a comic book, and it’s not a very nicely asked question the way you say that.” Is Donald Trump for real? We’ll start getting an answer in Iowa. 2016-01-31T05:00:00Z The older relative who took one look at my mute, rocking 3-year-old and said curtly, “You have ruined that beautiful child.” ‘In a Different Key’: a cinematic, sweeping story of autism 2016-01-28T05:00:00Z It curtly began: “There is nothing scientific about added oxygen as a possible cause of RLF.” For tiny infants, too much oxygen can mean blindness. Too little means death. 2015-11-16T05:00:00Z In the shortest visits, patients initiate few topics, ask few questions and answer curtly — as a result, their doctors may underestimate the severity of their diseases or injuries. When medical care is delivered in 15-minute doses, there’s not much time for caring 2015-11-13T05:00:00Z “You used your answer on something else,” said Mr. Harwood, curtly. The Not Ready for Prime Time Bush 2015-10-29T04:00:00Z The judge, who issued a warrant for Mr. Howard’s arrest in September after he failed to enter the treatment program, curtly said she would sentence him next month on his drug conviction. Judge Says Man Charged With Killing Officer Faces Prison for Violating Plea Deal in Drug Case 2015-10-22T04:00:00Z Asked whether the Vermont Senator has a strong-enough record on the issue, Clinton responded curtly, “No,” noting that he had opposed the Brady Bill gun control law. A Confident Clinton Goes on Offense in Democratic Debate 2015-10-14T04:00:00Z When moderator Anderson Cooper asked Mrs. Clinton if she wanted to respond, she replied curtly: “No.” Hillary Clinton on defensive about flip-flopping during debate 2015-10-13T04:00:00Z Each time, he answered the questions curtly and quickly before moving on, sometimes jumping in before the whole question was asked. Candidates from both parties come together, and spar, at ‘No Labels’ event 2015-10-12T04:00:00Z When pressed to respond to Mourinho’s comment that there was only one Premier League manager not under pressure, Wenger curtly replied: “Look, stop that story or we stop the press conference.” Wenger irate with critics, threatens media with walk-out 2015-10-02T04:00:00Z “I don't think it's a weakness at all,” Fiorina curtly replied. Carly Fiorina's post-debate moment is just a start: She needs support but faces more scrutiny 2015-09-17T04:00:00Z “I told you guys I don’t feel pressure,” Williams said, curtly, in a news conference that lasted less than four minutes. Two Weeks in New York 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z Hundreds of other Russian scientists are reporting similar experiences of being refused sale of scientific equipment from abroad, or seeing research papers curtly turned down by Western publications. Russian scientists squeezed by Western sanctions, Kremlin's isolationist policies 2015-07-20T04:00:00Z The sporty front end with large grille and curtly clipped rear gave the car a less formal appearance than might have been expected. Jaguar XJ flagship is distinctive luxury style 2015-07-01T04:00:00Z Another third thanked them, curtly, but never fixed the flaws, while the rest raced to solve their issues. HackerOne Connects Hackers With Companies, and Hopes for a Win-Win 2015-06-07T04:00:00Z Will that good will remain when pampered tourists speak curtly, crowd into venues and complain about the uneven pavements, stairs without railings and below average plumbing? Should You Go to Cuba Right Now -- Or Wait? 2015-05-31T04:00:00Z “Arrested for what? Next question,” Blatter dismissed curtly, when asked if he feared where the U.S. federal case was heading. THE LATEST: Europe, US are likely bidders for 2026 World Cup 2015-05-30T04:00:00Z "Arrested for what? Next question," Blatter dismissed curtly, when asked if he feared where the U.S. federal case was heading. THE LATEST: Europe, US are likely bidders for 2026 World Cup 2015-05-30T04:00:00Z “Arrested for what? Next question,” Blatter said curtly when meeting international media for the first time since American and Swiss federal cases rocked FIFA’s home city on Wednesday. Blatter says FIFA corruption probe won’t lead to him 2015-05-30T04:00:00Z “Pedantic? Wow,” Bush said curtly, before arguing that President Obama is partially responsible for the outbreak of violence in the region. On Iraq question, Jeb Bush stumbles and the GOP hopefuls pounce 2015-05-13T04:00:00Z “Baseball questions,” he said curtly when asked about the bottle. Astros shut down by Jered Weaver in 2-0 loss to Angels 2015-05-09T04:00:00Z He answered the assembled media members’ questions cordially but curtly and sometimes after long pauses, as if evading saying something he would regret. Marcin Gortat shines for Wizards, though it hasn’t always been sunny 2015-05-01T04:00:00Z “I believe in traditional marriage,” Bush said curtly, without elaborating. Conservatives Mostly Silent on Gay Marriage at Gathering 2015-02-28T05:00:00Z "Unless you're at a wedding in Bermuda, don't even think about wearing shorts with a blazer," they curtly conclude. Was Pharrell's Grammy shorts-suit too casual? 2015-02-09T05:00:00Z The letter ends — curtly but politely — with a request for a response by mid-December. Senator Questions Uber on Privacy Practices 2014-11-19T05:00:00Z In less than a minute, the voice of the Attorney General could be heard on the speaker box, asking, somewhat curtly, ‘What do you want, Ben?’ Postscript: Benjamin C. Bradlee (1921-2014) 2014-10-22T04:00:00Z “I don’t care about that,” Judge Marisa Miranda replied, curtly, according to audio recordings of one of the hearings released by the city on Friday. Boyfriend of City Hall Aide Cites Her to Fight Tickets 2014-10-17T04:00:00Z A better response for Jony would perhaps be a curtly: “I am afraid I am not aware of the brand.” Xiaomi President Suggests Apple's Jony Ive Give Xiaomi A Try 2014-10-10T04:00:00Z Jason Kipnis sat at his corner locker, autographing cleats and curtly fending off reporters who wanted to talk to the second baseman about his sub-par season. Indians fight to finish of uneven season 2014-09-29T04:00:00Z At times, Mr. Nixon and Captain Johnson both appeared chagrined by the spectacle, the governor curtly telling one prospective questioner, “I’ll let you yell at me next.” Clusters of Protesters Defy Night Curfew in Ferguson 2014-08-17T04:00:00Z Perdue responded curtly: "I was creating thousands of jobs in the real world." Kingston, Perdue hone attacks in Ga. Senate debate 2014-07-13T04:00:00Z The offer was rejected by the War Office, which replied curtly that serving soldiers “did not want to be troubled with hysterical women”. Women in science: A temporary liberation 2014-07-01T04:00:00Z Scalia curtly tells critics on the lecture circuit to “get over it.” - The Washington Post Asked at a press conference on Monday whether Russia had answered his plea to send troops into eastern Ukraine, Ponomaryov answered curtly: “No.” In the Center of Eastern Ukraine's Separatist Movement, the People's Mayor Speaks Out 2014-04-23T09:59:19Z “When we pressed the teacher she curtly suggested that maybe this wasn’t the right class for our daughter.” Why can’t his daughter take AP calculus? 2014-04-13T20:08:37Z “I think we ought to kind of watch and see how things go in Colorado,” Mr. Brown, a Democrat, said curtly when asked the question as he was presenting his state budget this year. Despite Support in Party, Democratic Governors Resist Legalizing Marijuana 2014-04-05T16:12:51Z But another, a former associate product manager, curtly noted that the company “needs innovation.” DealBook: A Ranking of Top Executives by Their Employees 2014-03-25T17:59:23Z Afghan President Hamid Karzai regularly accuses Pakistan of supporting Taliban militants, and has curtly made clear he cares more about security than Pakistani aid. India and Pakistan ramp up aid as they jostle for influence in Kabul 2014-03-04T11:04:54Z When a reporter said on Monday that, after watching the report, many New Yorkers were questioning whether the administration followed its own policies, Mr. de Blasio curtly interjected. This Time, de Blasio Confronts S.U.V. Issue Head-On 2014-02-25T03:50:54Z “I am not going to be heartbroken,” Taylor replied curtly. Novitas’s Chris Taylor makes his connections count to win government work 2013-12-15T03:02:00Z Asked what he wanted from them, he retorted curtly, “Nothing whatsoever.” Rebels Without a Plan 2013-09-21T09:45:00Z "Irresponsible behaviour was rewarded, failure was bailed out, and the innocent - people who have nothing whatsoever to do with the banks - suffered", Mr Osborne curtly summed up. When will banking ever change? 2013-06-18T23:00:11Z Asked about a statement by Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican of South Carolina, that the country “is going backwards on national security,” Mr. Obama curtly rejected that view. Obama Hints Bomb Suspects Were ‘Self-Radicalized’ 2013-05-01T01:25:45Z "I felt a lot of senior players fell off a lot of tackles which you'd expect them to make," said Young curtly. Wasps 24-37 Exeter 2013-04-21T19:57:04Z When asked about those assertions Tuesday, Lewis curtly brushed them off. The Fifth Down: Lewis Avoids Questions About Banned Substance 2013-01-29T22:43:42Z Jobs replied two days later, a Sunday, curtly noting "this is not satisfactory to Apple" and reminding his rival of the "asymmetry" in their financial resources should the lawsuit proceed. Steve Jobs threatened to sue Palm over no-hire agreement, documents show 2013-01-23T20:36:08Z But when her bosses walked by, they just nodded curtly. The iEconomy: Signs of Changes Taking Hold in Electronics Factories in China 2012-12-27T02:58:05Z Asked if replacing Jones as the starter with Bell was an option, Stoops curtly replied, "No." Sooners look to regroup after loss to K-State 2012-09-24T21:55:09Z The teacher in the corner of the room told them curtly to sit down — “Thank you teeech-a!” A 16-year-old’s worthwhile summer 2012-09-03T14:30:00Z "Wrap up your work fast and leave," she mutters curtly. India conjoined twins face uncertainty 2012-08-31T03:11:21Z Treasury Department curtly outlined how it enforces international-payments sanctions following a "request" for clarification from the U.K. Tensions Run High Between U.S. and U.K. Regulators 2012-08-13T19:47:01Z "She made a slight error of judgement, it won't happen again," she said curtly. Athletics: Pearson ready for the business end 2012-08-06T23:35:39Z "I wish not to answer that question," he said curtly. 2012 London Olympics Blog: Rough Night for Veterans of '08 at U.S. Gymnastics Trials 2012-06-30T05:23:30Z The coach replied curtly to numerous questions on the subject and also on suggestions that his job may be in jeopardy. Euro 2012: Euro 2012 — Russia Fined and Could Be Docked Points for Fans’ Outbursts 2012-06-14T00:17:27Z A call to one of her mobile numbers was answered by a man who curtly said “wrong number” before hanging up. Blind Chinese Activist Missing After Reportedly Escaping From House Arrest 2012-04-27T08:06:00Z "I am quite aware of your rules," said Mr. Whitehouse curtly. Mrs. Thompson A Novel 2012-04-25T02:01:10.557Z On our being ushered into the presence of the sheriff, that worthy, a man of fierce and resolute aspect, curtly demanded our business. A Lad of Grit A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea in Restoration Times 2012-04-21T02:00:23.363Z He asked them curtly how he was to know what was their point of dispute if they both talked at once. Mrs. Balfame A Novel 2012-04-15T02:00:04.827Z "Now, Mr. Walker," he said curtly, "would you mind telling me exactly what happened at Elmdale this afternoon?" The House 'Round the Corner 2012-04-14T02:00:22.063Z "I'm sure you were," interrupted Mr. Keal, curtly; but when he looked up and saw that Lily was pretty he changed his tone. The Vanity Girl 2012-04-12T02:00:26.883Z "You had better read it," said Prentice curtly, "if you can't trust me." Mrs. Thompson A Novel 2012-04-25T02:01:10.557Z We were curtly ordered over the side, and hurriedly the whole of the crew were transferred to the various Dutch ships. A Lad of Grit A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea in Restoration Times 2012-04-21T02:00:23.363Z She had brought up the subject only yesterday, and he had replied curtly that he had taken the pistol from his safe and hidden it elsewhere. Mrs. Balfame A Novel 2012-04-15T02:00:04.827Z "Neither did I!" said she, curtly, and left the room. Barrington Volume II (of II) 2012-04-09T02:00:32.490Z "Anyway, I'm not going to wear black any longer," said Jasmine curtly. Rich Relatives 2012-04-05T02:00:45.670Z "You must be a keen observer," said the other curtly. Mitchelhurst Place, Vol. I (of 2) A Novel 2012-04-03T02:00:33.630Z "The first is red," the man answered curtly. The Red Cockade 2012-03-30T02:00:19.603Z "It is so!" said the Duke curtly, eying the ecclesiastic with no great favor. The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z "Speak!" he said curtly, and with a swift side-glance at the mistress, who stood as if turned to stone. The Man in Black 2012-03-30T02:00:14.473Z "Confirm fully that he is the agent before you get him," he ordered, curtly. The Mardi Gras Mystery 2012-03-24T02:00:18.017Z "Well, to be quite candid, I do," Mr. Bonamy replied curtly. The New Rector 2012-03-22T02:00:35.997Z "This is a fool's trick," he said curtly, and under his breath. The Red Cockade 2012-03-30T02:00:19.603Z He had told me that my tongue outran my thoughts, and I stood silent until he asked me curtly, "Well, sirrah, what do you say?" The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z Edmund's face darkened at this remark, and he replied curtly: 'Formerly, perhaps. Fickle Fortune 2012-03-20T02:00:13.167Z "Better cut out the talk," he said, curtly, "until we get out of here." The Mardi Gras Mystery 2012-03-24T02:00:18.017Z "Come into the study," said the rector curtly. The New Rector 2012-03-22T02:00:35.997Z "I was not aware," he said curtly, "that there was any trouble." A Safety Match 2012-03-19T02:00:23.817Z "Throw away my life," she cried, curtly and contemptuously, "'tis just that, sir, I am determined not to do!" Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z When a delegation implored him to postpone the journey, he replied curtly that all had been done to insure order. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z Certainly it was not her way to write thus curtly and harshly—the words disquieted him. The Mardi Gras Mystery 2012-03-24T02:00:18.017Z "His address, please," continued the archdeacon rather curtly. The New Rector 2012-03-22T02:00:35.997Z He completed the descent, summoned his orderly and threw himself into the saddle, and then, riding up to his men, curtly ordered them to mount and follow him. Swift and Sure 2012-03-16T02:00:24.627Z "Very well," she said curtly; and turning, led the way along the passage. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z "I have told you it is nothing," she answered curtly. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z "You know the road?" he said, curtly addressing the young man. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z The detective paid the bill, nodded curtly, and returned to his taxicab. The Million Dollar Mystery Novelized from the Scenario of F. Lonergan 2012-03-15T02:00:21.153Z "Come on inside," requested Captain Dove, more curtly. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z "No," Sir Hervey answered curtly; he was not deceived by this apparent obtuseness. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z "No, not yet," Nadin answered curtly, "but----" "You'd better; let me try her, then," the magistrate rejoined, all fussiness and importance. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z "She wishes to be alone," he said curtly. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z Chase answered rather curtly, his face growing red. Horace Chase 2012-03-08T03:00:09.693Z Carthew contemplated him for a moment in surprised silence, and then nodded curtly. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z The lawyer nodded curtly to Ralph as he came into his presence. Ralph of the Roundhouse 2012-03-02T03:00:11.217Z "Still," he murmured, with a side-glance at Nadin, "if you would be advised by me----" "I have nothing to say," she said curtly. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z "I shall not wait until night," Tignonville answered curtly, a ring of defiance in his tone. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z “Bowls!” he answered curtly, “Don’t talk, please, I want to listen!” Mr. Marx's Secret 2012-03-02T03:00:10.327Z "Certainly it is!" the Colonel replied rather curtly. Laid up in Lavender 2012-02-28T03:00:28.157Z The engineer blinked his troubled eyes, and nodded curtly. Ralph of the Roundhouse 2012-03-02T03:00:11.217Z She untied the boat, jumped in and said curtly: “Follow me!” Roumanian Stories Translated from the Original Roumanian 2012-02-28T03:00:27.310Z "It is--that we start at eleven o'clock, Monsieur," I answered, bowing curtly. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z I ventured to remark, “Yes,” he answered curtly. Mr. Marx's Secret 2012-03-02T03:00:10.327Z "If it were not so, or--or I were as young as my son here----" "I do not see him," the man answered curtly. Laid up in Lavender 2012-02-28T03:00:28.157Z "Lime Street entrance!" the lad replied curtly, and galloped after the party, Clement at his heels. Ovington's Bank 2012-02-28T03:00:25.267Z She had protested meanwhile, but the man had repeated the order curtly enough, and she had had unwillingly to submit, resigning herself to postponing to a later date any explanation of his conduct. Roumanian Stories Translated from the Original Roumanian 2012-02-28T03:00:27.310Z Hand you over to some friends of ours," he answered curtly, "if you behave yourself. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z Perhaps," he added curtly, "he may have had some absurd notion that you would find it out for yourself. The Chase of the Golden Plate 2012-02-27T03:00:13.060Z Dietz the Minister nodded curtly also, and looked hard at the fire. My Lady Rotha A Romance 2012-02-27T03:00:10.983Z "Very much wrong!" his son replied curtly, and he closed the door behind him. Ovington's Bank 2012-02-28T03:00:25.267Z "When I say 'our side' I assume you to be loyal, Mr. Cardigan," he said, curtly. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z "I shall follow, but I have business first," he added curtly. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z He glanced at Hatch with a little surprise in his manner, nodded curtly, then turned to the detectives. The Chase of the Golden Plate 2012-02-27T03:00:13.060Z Tzerclas asked curtly, in a tone that boded ill for me--if worse were possible. My Lady Rotha A Romance 2012-02-27T03:00:10.983Z "P�t� de foie gras en aspic," the cook responded, curtly, sending up the dish and then returning silently to the kitchen. Vignettes of Manhattan; Outlines in Local Color 2012-02-20T03:00:20.550Z And he bowed very low and turned curtly towards the door. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z "M. de Vlaye wishes to see the Captain of the gate," the Duke said curtly. The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z "Sit down," I said, curtly, motioning him to a chair opposite the one in which I seated myself. Out of a Labyrinth 2012-02-17T03:00:38.887Z If the person intends to obey orders," the solicitor said curtly, looking at his watch, "she had better waste no time. The Maid of Honour, Volume 2 (of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-15T03:00:34.990Z "I have yet," he said curtly, "to hear the explanation." Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z "I only know," replied Sir William, curtly, "that if your Lordship has so conducted in Virginia, the King cannot look for any Indian support in that colony." Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z "I am a soldier," he retorted, so curtly that they were abashed. The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z The countess remarked curtly that Sir Borlase was very good, without condescending to explain that the girl was not her daughter. My Lords of Strogue Vol. III, (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:27.667Z I am sorry to see you, Jean Boulot," the baron began, curtly, "at the head of a menacing throng. The Maid of Honour (Vol. 3 of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-14T03:00:29.027Z Vaughan answered curtly, and without staying to reflect. Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z "You know best what you want to do," she said, curtly. Poor Relations 2012-02-11T03:04:00.973Z "That we shall see!" the stranger retorted curtly. The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z The pet and the pride of the town, the man of all accomplishments, the man who was to have that wonderful career—here he was being cavalierly and curtly dismissed as "no good." Second String 2012-02-11T03:03:54.390Z Then he laid one hand heavily on Lad's head and curtly thrust out his other hand at the Mistress. Lad: A Dog 2012-02-08T03:00:19.720Z "May be, and may be not," he said curtly. Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z When I asked him meekly to give me an opiate for her, he answered curtly that that was not his affair. Our House And London out of Our Windows 2012-02-03T03:00:24.190Z When curtly refused admission to his galleries, extraordinary letters were written him, full of caustic and delightful epithets, which had not the slightest effect upon him. The Unpublishable Memoirs 2012-02-03T03:00:18.447Z "Good-night," she added curtly and with a sharp, quick movement she hung up the receiver. The Turnstile 2012-01-29T03:00:09.260Z He was almost prepared to be sent curtly to the right about, whereas she made no answer whatever. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z "We can take care of ourselves, sir," Miss Sibson replied curtly. Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z A milestone just short of this drop—one of a series starting at Sutton Downs and dealing in fractions of miles—says, very curtly: “London 19, Sutton 8, Brighton 32⅝, Reigate 1⅜.” The Brighton Road The Classic Highway to the South 2012-01-24T03:00:26.933Z They are all of them very civil to me, and the one who can get nothing to do as a doctor——" "Oh, yes!" said Ingleby curtly, "I've noticed his confounded assurance. Delilah of the Snows 2012-01-23T03:00:09.087Z "Come down by the mid-day train," curtly added the boy for her information. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z "Who are you?" curtly inquired the man who had just entered the room. The Blue Lights A Detective Story 2012-01-17T03:00:19.713Z "Get me a copy of the Sunday Recorder of the day before yesterday, at once," he said curtly, when Courtfield appeared. Christina 2012-01-16T03:00:06.507Z You're quite mistaken," I answered curtly, for I wasn't going to be browbeaten in that way; "I meant to say nothing of the sort. Strange Stories 2012-01-16T03:00:05.067Z Leslie got up in his cloud, shook hands, greeted me curtly, and vanished again. The White Peacock 2012-01-14T03:00:21.627Z "Amazing small rooms," remarked the Dumpy Philosopher curtly. A Drake by George! 2012-01-09T03:00:22.163Z When you drive sheep," he demanded curtly, "do you consult the fool beasts? The Code of the Mountains 2012-01-07T03:00:15.050Z "Come, come, my dear young lady," Sir Arthur answered curtly, waving Cicely aside, when she made an attempt to intervene. Christina 2012-01-16T03:00:06.507Z "That will be all, Bellingham," he said curtly. The Money Gods 2012-01-04T03:00:39.617Z The King said he knew that already, and was curtly told that if the replies did not give satisfaction he could go elsewhere. The King of Schnorrers Grotesques and Fantasies 2011-12-28T03:00:34.587Z "I always mean what I say," replied the lady curtly. A Drake by George! 2012-01-09T03:00:22.163Z There," curtly announced the commissioned officer, "you are as close to that gun as I am. The Code of the Mountains 2012-01-07T03:00:15.050Z "I cannot do what I am not ordered to do," said the officer again curtly. By Right of Sword 2011-12-22T03:00:24.563Z He had written to Lance Mowbray, pressing for some interest that was overdue, and when the lad begged for time had curtly summoned him to Winnipeg. Harding of Allenwood 2011-12-21T03:00:21.617Z Willie nodded curtly, and the roast, that had ridden in so royally on its silver palanquin with its retinue of cutlery and its hot plates, was removed in disgrace. What Will People Say? A novel 2011-12-17T03:00:18.490Z Then, without further preface, he curtly announced to his young wife the sentence of banishment. Henrietta Maria 2011-12-15T03:00:14.290Z “That impression’s firmly in my mind,” said Vane, curtly. The Protector 2011-12-14T03:00:17.460Z "I'm in no mood for this folly," said I, very curtly. By Right of Sword 2011-12-22T03:00:24.563Z “Perhaps they might do better at a public school, Miss, than with me, but—” “I won’t hear of a public school,” auntie cut in with, curtly. Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z He stumbled to the telephone and curtly demanded the exact time, hoping to prove his watch a liar. What Will People Say? A novel 2011-12-17T03:00:18.490Z If a friend came to call he refused to see him; and if any member of the family with the best intentions of amusing him attempted to talk to him, he dismissed him curtly. The Outcaste 2011-12-12T03:00:25.380Z By this time the others were coming up and heard Meeker's words, and Hopalong, turning to Skinny and Billy, curtly ordered them to mount. Hopalong Cassidy 2011-12-08T03:00:21.663Z "So long as he's there when I want him, it's enough for me," said I, so curtly, that my companion looked at me in some astonishment. By Right of Sword 2011-12-22T03:00:24.563Z At all events, Jonet wondered, and communicated her perplexity to David, who in turn referred to Rhys, to be answered curtly, 'Wait and see! The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z "Seems to me as this here Joe did well," declared Mike curtly. A Boy of the Dominion A Tale of Canadian Immigration 2011-12-05T03:00:47.097Z Then, when reasonable and respectful petitions are presented, pointing out that the step is to the injury of both countries, and praying that it might be undone, they are curtly refused. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z “I don’t want to shoot you,” Lawless said curtly; “but if you don’t put your hands up I shall be forced to.” Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z "I have no instructions to that effect," replied the man curtly. By Right of Sword 2011-12-22T03:00:24.563Z For answer, Rodney turned to the managing man, addressing him as curtly and peremptorily as if he had been some menial servant. A Master of Deception 2011-11-30T03:00:12.357Z "Wall?" asked Hank curtly, looking about him and taking in every feature. A Boy of the Dominion A Tale of Canadian Immigration 2011-12-05T03:00:47.097Z He curtly replied that the nationality of the prisoners did not enter into his consideration of the affair; he was there to stop the butchery, and the butchery must stop. The History of Cuba, vol. 3 2011-11-28T03:00:26.510Z “It’s not worth your while to resist,” Lawless returned curtly. Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z Instead of replying to his son, Bastien, still standing, occupied himself in counting the plates on the table; he saw five and said to his wife, curtly: "Why are there five plates?" The Seven Cardinal Sins: Envy and Indolence 2011-11-28T03:00:23.427Z “It is not a question of what I like or dislike, Mr. Duval,” said Marian curtly. The Automobile Girls at Palm Beach Proving Their Mettle Under Southern Skies 2011-11-26T03:00:16.047Z Fresh salmon," Jake said curtly, "is only good for hogs, and if you keep it long enough, for growing potatoes with. The Boy Ranchers of Puget Sound 2011-11-24T03:00:42.877Z Blair called for the mate and told him curtly what he had already told the captain, and added some special instructions for his own benefit. White Fire 2011-11-21T03:00:15.067Z If you’d like it to wait—” “I shouldn’t,” Lawless interrupted curtly. Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z "That wouldn't do much good," she replied, more curtly than before. The World Masters 2011-11-18T03:00:31.543Z I did not think it reasonable to dismiss curtly as absurd the cherished sentiments of so large a portion of the human race. Fetichism in West Africa Forty Years' Observations of Native Customs and Superstitions 2011-11-18T03:00:28.907Z No," said Mr. Oliver curtly, "they couldn't hear you to windward. The Boy Ranchers of Puget Sound 2011-11-24T03:00:42.877Z "Very well," the man curtly observed, though he shrank visibly, as he realized how utterly contemptible he must appear in the eyes of his son if he had read the cruel lines he had written. The Heatherford Fortune a sequel to the Magic Cameo 2011-11-15T03:00:18.930Z “You’ve allowed your love of romance to lead you astray,” he said curtly. Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z "Clearly he's welcome to come," Erickson says curtly, "as any other member of the public would be." How a scandal brought down Joe Paterno 2011-11-12T16:34:09Z He is not satisfied, in telling the narrative of a journey, by saying curtly, “I went.” Fetichism in West Africa Forty Years' Observations of Native Customs and Superstitions 2011-11-18T03:00:28.907Z She turns around slowly and, sauntering over to the railing, coughs affectedly, and as the Judge rises and bows curtly, she speaks in a coaxing manner. Contemporary One-Act Plays 2011-11-12T03:00:36.860Z I was very curtly told that I had not any right to take part in the free-for-all scramble for property, as I had 640 acres of land in the Panhandle of Texas. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z “Am I to understand that you dispense with my services?” he asked curtly. Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z Twice again he pressed me, and twice I declined, the second time curtly; and he fell to himself, while I sat in a chair and watched him. In Accordance with the Evidence 2011-11-06T02:00:12.393Z “You murdered them, in plain words,” suggested The Phantom curtly. The Gray Phantom 2011-11-04T02:00:21.427Z “Make the bridge a trifle higher,” said she curtly. Life's Minor Collisions 2011-11-03T02:00:17.547Z I ended by telling her pretty curtly to make way. The Recollections of Alexis de Tocqueville 2011-11-02T02:00:13.477Z “I would warn you against him,” he said curtly, “if I might presume to give you advice.” Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z "Come along—you oughtn't to clear off like this," I said curtly. In Accordance with the Evidence 2011-11-06T02:00:12.393Z He wore a new red waistcoat with brass buttons, and perhaps it was in order to live up to his splendour that he made Louie an offer which she curtly declined. The Story of Louie 2011-10-26T02:00:27.053Z His request through Mahmed for additional accommodation was curtly turned down on the score that it was impossible. The Wireless Officer 2011-10-24T02:00:17.560Z "No thanks," refused the other, curtly, "I heard you was down an' out, but—by God, I wasn't lookin' for this!" Snowdrift A Story of the Land of the Strong Cold 2011-10-23T02:00:22.547Z "Quarters can be had in this house, if so it must be," he said, curtly and uncivilly; "but as to care, we have nothing to do with that, and there is nothing much to eat!" For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z The count appeared to find his manner disagreeable, he answered curtly, "And the present often very dull." For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. I (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:45.883Z He never cracked a smile and even answered some questions curtly. Measuring the progress of Virginia Tech QB Logan Thomas through five games 2011-10-04T16:25:00Z "I can offer you nothing better," he said curtly. The Wireless Officer 2011-10-24T02:00:17.560Z "There's only one Sir Benjamin Collins that I know of," she answered curtly. A Crooked Mile 2011-10-03T02:00:26.870Z "What has that got to do with it?" the captain asked curtly. The Coast of Adventure 2011-10-03T02:00:25.810Z “Very well, then, I do!” she said, curtly. The Later Life 2011-10-02T02:00:13.037Z It peered out of the cigar-smoke of the men to whom Wheeler curtly nodded; it questioned them from the waiter's face. "Persons Unknown" 2011-09-28T02:00:23.683Z As for the dear girl——” “Leave her out of it!” commanded the Phantom curtly. The Gray Phantom's Return 2011-09-22T02:00:27.150Z He glared at her for a moment; then he spoke again, less savagely, but no less curtly. A Crooked Mile 2011-10-03T02:00:26.870Z "No," replied Margaret curtly, for she was still very wrathful, and vaguely felt that, at this stage, all references to the Duke were somehow treasonable. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z This book is a partial explanation of the phenomenon of China which seems so strange when curtly dealt with in the daily press. Wang the Ninth The Story of a Chinese Boy 2011-09-12T02:00:25.620Z "Mrs. Rogers is not receiving," curtly replied the maid. Mortmain 2011-09-09T02:01:10.217Z The doctor nodded curtly as he swung around and started to descend the stairs, the Phantom following. The Gray Phantom's Return 2011-09-22T02:00:27.150Z "Good luck, gossip," said he, curtly, as he pulled his cap straight. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z "As soon as he arrives," replied the Queen curtly. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z "It is not known," said the man curtly because the question revived his fears. Wang the Ninth The Story of a Chinese Boy 2011-09-12T02:00:25.620Z She spoke curtly, with a kind of hard anger in her voice. The Bigamist 2011-08-31T02:01:34.797Z "The bell," he said curtly, and I ran to the side of the room and pressed the button hard and long. The City in the Clouds 2011-08-31T02:01:31.807Z "Come here," he called curtly, with a quick finger crook for the engineer, and when Brouillard joined him: "Can you size up that little caucus over yonder?" The City of Numbered Days 2011-08-31T02:01:25.807Z "I pray you go within," he added curtly; "this is no place for women." The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z The latter remained distrait and contemptuous, and when Quelch asked them to go to the theatre after dinner, curtly replied that she had a bridge engagement. Pink Gods and Blue Demons 2011-08-31T02:01:22.827Z She had told him curtly that he must stay there until she came and fetched him. Jane Oglander 2011-08-30T02:00:38.717Z The Sans were curtly informed that Doctor Matthews required their presence in his office at Hamilton Hall at four o’clock on Wednesday afternoon. Marjorie Dean College Junior 2011-08-27T02:00:22.827Z "We don't need these," he said curtly, indicating the two deputies who came to bring David Massingale. The City of Numbered Days 2011-08-31T02:01:25.807Z "Then Your Eminence can set your wits to attempt the impossible," rejoined Mary curtly. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z “Bad heads take time to get over,” she said curtly, “and it is stuffy in one’s room.” Pink Gods and Blue Demons 2011-08-31T02:01:22.827Z She simply walked by his side, her mind in a whirl of amazement, of gratitude, of almost hysterical excitement, till he dismissed her, curtly, at his door. Jane Oglander 2011-08-30T02:00:38.717Z "Tell us about the resident," he directed curtly. The Argus Pheasant 2011-08-27T02:00:20.160Z "That is your challenge, is it?" he said curtly. The City of Numbered Days 2011-08-31T02:01:25.807Z "Whom did you expect to see, then?" queried Wessex curtly. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z "It is their custom to hold their own, sir," answered the baronet curtly; "and I am come after my nephew." Lost Sir Massingberd, v. 1/2 A Romance of Real Life 2011-08-25T02:00:34.720Z "It will certainly not be worth my while," returned the Bow Street runner curtly. Lost Sir Massingberd, v. 2/2 A Romance of Real Life 2011-08-25T02:00:33.793Z "I wanted to help Mrs. Bullivant, that was all," she said curtly. The War-Workers 2011-08-25T02:00:32.260Z "I will only see you alone, General," he answered curtly. Cecil Castlemaine's Gage, Lady Marabout's Troubles, and Other Stories 2011-08-25T02:00:30.323Z "I am sorry," he said curtly, and a little doggedly. The Adventures of a Widow A Novel 2011-08-25T02:00:27.403Z Can I be of any help to you in the office, sir?" he replied curtly, "None whatever. Masterman and Son 2011-08-23T02:00:35.033Z Grayson asked a dozen questions, answers to which were curtly denied, then went to his office. The Leak 2011-08-23T02:00:33.460Z "We've heard a lot about 'hospital experience' and the rest of it," he said curtly. The War-Workers 2011-08-25T02:00:32.260Z President Steyn and General de Wet answered very curtly, and it became plain to the English officers that it was better not to hold such conversations with the leaders of our people. Through Shot and Flame The Adventures and Experiences of J. D. Kestell Chaplain to President Steyn and General Christian De Wet 2011-08-16T02:00:45.283Z "Ask him to wait," said the master curtly. The Red Room 2011-08-13T02:00:26.943Z When Arthur had twice repeated his question, this youth answered curtly that he didn't know, and turned his back upon him. Masterman and Son 2011-08-23T02:00:35.033Z "I shall not pretend to understand all that," said The Thinking Machine curtly. The Leak 2011-08-23T02:00:33.460Z "There will be no Christmas leave," she said curtly, taking the resolution on the instant. The War-Workers 2011-08-25T02:00:32.260Z "Oh, I see you are hard of hearing," said Bogun, curtly. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z "If you do not believe me," said Judith, curtly and proudly, "I have nothing more to say." Judith Trachtenberg A Novel 2011-08-03T02:00:13.470Z "We have done our part," he said curtly; "if you are not satisfied there is an attorney in the place." For the Right 2011-08-01T02:00:10.250Z That's all very well," he answered curtly, "but I don't think it will do. A Cabinet Secret 2011-07-31T02:00:10.693Z One trainer, whose two-year-old was showing clear signs of becoming distressed by the noise, somewhat curtly informed a guitarist as to what he'd do with the instrument if the music did not swiftly end. Tattenham Corner 2011-07-30T21:56:01Z "We'll tackle your end of it, first," said the banker curtly. The Real Man 2011-07-29T02:00:28.280Z A gentleman was speaking to Jan in Polish, who replied very curtly; the same gentleman she had seen, without paying much attention to him, in the garden. Judith Trachtenberg A Novel 2011-08-03T02:00:13.470Z "There is no such claim on me," she said, curtly, "it will be no use wasting any words about it." For the Right 2011-08-01T02:00:10.250Z In answer to a written question in parliament in March, Treasury minister David Gauke curtly reiterated the UK's position opposing this route to giving developing countries a greater voice. Poor countries fight for reform of global tax systems 2011-07-27T14:30:01Z "Don't mention it!" he said curtly, parrying her remark. The Chief Justice A Novel 2011-07-27T02:00:28.873Z His whole aspect had completely changed from the dispirited creature who had curtly refused to consider matters which Heathcote had placed before him some hours previously. The Men Who Wrought 2011-07-26T02:00:16.320Z "Yes," she says curtly, covering her eyes with her hand, as if to shut out the fading sunset glow in order to recall the vision more distinctly. On the Cross A Romance of the Passion Play at Oberammergau 2011-07-17T02:00:33.887Z "Then we leave you this very day," said the Royal Eagle, curtly. For the Right 2011-08-01T02:00:10.250Z "The risk is too great," replied the master, curtly. The Haunted Homestead A Novel 2011-07-13T02:00:22.920Z "You had no business on that side," said the General, curtly. Hookers 2011-07-13T02:00:18.540Z "It was a mad thing to do," said Barnaby curtly; "risking her life over these fences—!" Barnaby A Novel 2011-07-12T02:00:39.777Z "No!" she said, so curtly and hastily that it cut short any farther words. On the Cross A Romance of the Passion Play at Oberammergau 2011-07-17T02:00:33.887Z "Yes," he went on curtly, "you annoy me; I can't write while you are puttering around, and I'm always afraid you'll disturb some of my papers." The Sins of the Father A Romance of the South 2011-07-10T02:00:23.033Z “What have you got to say to me?” she said curtly; adding, in a repressed volcano-storm of wrath and bitterness. Fordham's Feud 2011-07-05T02:00:31.267Z “I am the last person in this world, of whom you ought to ask a benefit,” he said curtly. Golden Face A Tale of the Wild West 2011-07-05T02:00:27.453Z He is away,” returned the Forest Officer no less curtly, and speaking in Hindustani. The Sirdar's Oath A Tale of the North-West Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:25.780Z Once besought by a young dramatist to read the manuscript of his new play, Ibsen curtly asked for the scenario. Dramatic Technique 2011-07-04T02:00:19.763Z "Make out your bond," the editor curtly ordered. The Sins of the Father A Romance of the South 2011-07-10T02:00:23.033Z "So you may as far as I am concerned," Lechmere said curtly. The Weight of the Crown 2011-06-26T02:00:09.240Z Straightening up, he waved her curtly into the body of the car. Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z The clergyman did not find the familiar, easy, good-natured Tony Adriance in the man who curtly silenced delicate allusion to the wedding's unexpectedness and the surprising absence of Mr. Adriance, senior. A Man's Hearth 2011-06-25T02:00:17.093Z "You will find that I shall keep it," he replied curtly. The Kidnapped President 2011-06-23T02:00:29.120Z Not active duty; not strenuous duty, but duty which, unfortunately for him, gave him plenty of leisure to think, and to feel, as he himself put it curtly, "sick." The Disturbing Charm 2011-06-17T02:00:21.077Z He dismissed the four-wheeler in the street and told Robert curtly to go about his business. The Weight of the Crown 2011-06-26T02:00:09.240Z But it had made a deep impression upon Harry and, when he arrived at the comfortable home of his aunt he was very serious, returning her greeting almost curtly. Harry Watson's High School Days The Rivals of Rivertown 2011-06-16T02:00:20.053Z "We shall miss the boat," he said curtly. A Man's Hearth 2011-06-25T02:00:17.093Z Yet he answered curtly, distrustful of sentiment when tremendous issues were at stake. The Soul of Susan Yellam 2011-06-16T02:00:19.090Z Captain Ross did not smile as he returned curtly, "There must be a dozen of our windows looking, straight out on to the entrance to the Adelphi Chapel." The Disturbing Charm 2011-06-17T02:00:21.077Z "No, he isn't," Mazaroff said curtly as he came into the front room and closed the door behind him. The Weight of the Crown 2011-06-26T02:00:09.240Z "Maybe you mean diamonds," said her husband curtly. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z The clear notes were shaken, curtly eloquent of some anger or distress. A Man's Hearth 2011-06-25T02:00:17.093Z On this occasion, he said curtly: "I like Fancy." The Soul of Susan Yellam 2011-06-16T02:00:19.090Z "Hullo—yes?" curtly down the telephone in his office where Olwen had come for instructions. The Disturbing Charm 2011-06-17T02:00:21.077Z Their inquiries were generally rebuffed curtly: Nobody here is mentally ill. Lens: Chasing Stigma in Indonesia 2011-06-14T09:00:14Z "If you don't believe me, you can look," replied the girl, curtly. Ancient Manners Also Known As Aphrodite 2011-06-13T02:00:23.863Z "They tell me," said old Jonas, somewhat curtly, "that you are studying to be a bishop." The Bishop and the Boogerman 2011-06-12T02:00:07.497Z Dropping her mantle of hypocrisy, not without a sense of relief, she repeats her former proposal, clearly, curtly, brutally, leaving no room for doubt as to her precise meaning. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z "Thanks; I had tea in the train," he said curtly. The Disturbing Charm 2011-06-17T02:00:21.077Z "I only wish to make you see!" he said, shrugging his shoulders, "that there is no difference in being what I offer you and in being—" "Mrs. Sassoon!" she said curtly. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z "Try," she said curtly; then her hard eyes softened and her cold manner grew warmer. The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z He laughed curtly, in a fashion as short and business-like as his speech, and then fixed his eyes rather impatiently on the hesitating Gabriel. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z “But, Chet, I must see her again,” pleaded Sedgwick; “I must—” “Exhibit that tact and delicacy which you displayed at your last meeting,” broke in Kent curtly. The Secret of Lonesome Cove 2011-06-07T02:00:12.563Z Announcing that Miss Archer would be with them directly, she nodded almost curtly and disappeared. Marjorie Dean High School Senior 2011-06-06T02:00:09.407Z But Massingale curtly, peremptorily refused to be drawn into such discussions. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z She spoke quickly and curtly, forcing the words past her anger as she huddled for warmth, legs drawn up, arms encircling her knees. Caribbee 2011-06-05T02:00:16.273Z So he said curtly— "What do you propose?" Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z Stigler didn't attempt to rise when I came in; but just nodded curtly and said, "Howdy?" Dawson Black: Retail Merchant 2011-06-04T02:00:16.620Z In an inflated oration Dee announcing himself like a babbling missionary, as a messenger from angels, the emperor curtly observed that he did not understand Latin! Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z "Your sympathy is very consoling, Miss Summers," said Sassoon curtly, turning on his heel. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z Grace and Ruth both looked angry, and Mr. Stuart broke in, quite curtly: “I am sure we can depend on their behaving becomingly, which is all that is necessary at Newport or any other place.” The Automobile Girls at Newport Watching the Summer Parade 2011-06-01T02:00:25.733Z Nevertheless Jack was satisfied with a certain vague tenderness in his manipulation, and said curtly, "Get me a horse!" Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z "You bet it is," he replied curtly; "the beggar set it himself." Dawson Black: Retail Merchant 2011-06-04T02:00:16.620Z At another point, her father curtly tells her to “grow up” when she announces she will pursue a career in riding, rather than something practical, like the law. Book by Mayor?s Daughter Is Fiction, With Tell-All References 2011-05-31T16:33:07Z "Yes," he answered curtly; perhaps the situation did not strike him in a humorous light. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z In a thoroughly impersonal way, curtly but not unpleasantly, Murgatroyd addressed him. The Red Mouse 2011-05-30T02:00:14.700Z "Where's your proof that your husband is the first discoverer?" he said curtly, but not unkindly. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z "Fellows isn't that kind," I replied, somewhat curtly. Dawson Black: Retail Merchant 2011-06-04T02:00:16.620Z "Good afternoon," the minister reiterated curtly, showing his visitor to the door with very scant courtesy. Roland Graeme: Knight A Novel of Our Time 2011-05-30T02:00:12.077Z "Not that I know of," he said curtly. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z “Quick, I need to talk to a man,” he says curtly. A 911 Call That Can Help Save a Sirloin, and the Griller?s Ego 2011-05-28T04:25:31Z Oily turned a scornful flash of her clear blue eye upon her brother, and said curtly, "Ketch me!" Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z He nodded curtly when the company raised their glasses toward him before drinking. The Shooting of Dan McGrew, A Novel Based on the Famous Poem of Robert Service 2011-05-28T02:00:24.557Z I was compelled to lower the temperature of the situation with a letter curtly courteous. The Letters of Ambrose Bierce With a Memoir by George Sterling 2011-05-26T02:00:19.673Z But the man she questioned so curtly was the only one who did not change even expression. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z Her lids veiled a look of disappointment; she was half-minded curtly to dismiss him, when a few words of low remonstrance and the sight of my lord's face decided her. The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z "Yes," said the girl, curtly, who had taken one of the strange, swift, instinctive dislikes of her sex to the man. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z "And you pulled them off, I suppose," Lou said, her lips curving to a smile in which amusement blended with admiration for the stalwart man who had spoken so curtly. The Shooting of Dan McGrew, A Novel Based on the Famous Poem of Robert Service 2011-05-28T02:00:24.557Z She took leave somewhat curtly, carrying her two quires of paper with her, but leaving the coarse darning cotton which she did not intend to use. A Letter of Credit 2011-05-20T02:00:40.410Z There is no doubt in my mind now of the man's complicity—" "Stop it!" broke in Stuart curtly; "you can hold what opinion you please of him, but you can't tell me he's a horse-thief. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z "I think he is nearly nice enough to be Clem's husband," said Poppy curtly, "and too entirely nice for any other woman." Poppy The Story of a South African Girl 2011-05-20T02:00:25.147Z “Even though you have no respect for the lass,” he said curtly, “I see no reason why you should put it in words.” The Snow-Burner 2011-05-17T02:00:21.527Z "Forbear to trouble me with thy name and calling," replied the Prince curtly, "but deliver thy message." The Winning of the Golden Spurs 2011-05-17T02:00:18.050Z "Finish," said Edward, curtly; "it is upon that publication I have come to advise with you." Sons and Fathers 2011-05-16T02:00:19.893Z "None o' that, MacDougall," he said curtly, dropping his hand with a hillman's instinct to the belt where his revolvers rested. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z Then he said carelessly, and rather curtly she thought: "Oh, yes, I have been here before." Poppy The Story of a South African Girl 2011-05-20T02:00:25.147Z "Had Rupert been your brother you might have done the same," curtly rejoined Miss Diana. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z |
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