| 单词 | curtsey |
| 例句 | These were not the dainty and chaste twirls and curtseys of the ballerinas at Lincoln Center. How the García Girls Lost Their Accents 1991-01-04T00:00:00Z Then she let the lady hold it while she spread her skirt and made a curtsey. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z Celia bobs another perfect curtsey, all the while regarding him with wary eyes. The Night Circus 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z And in between these dances she would curtsey and make sweeping bows and knock her head against the dandelions. Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z Then she dropped a little half curtsey, as some country girls still knew how to do in those days. The Magician's Nephew 1955-05-02T00:00:00Z I took the skirt of my dress in my hands and curtseyed to her, the flounces sweeping the ground. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z Miss Thomas stood up and did one of those curtsey bows. Bud, Not Buddy 1999-09-02T00:00:00Z The wretched woman dropped him a fluttering curtsey, with one hand clutching at her breast and scuttled past him for the stain. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z She hopped down when I came closer and gave a little half step sideways that was almost like a curtsey. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z ‘What’d she do when he tipped it? Smile and give him a curtsey?” Sula 1973-11-01T00:00:00Z With Aunty Uju, they hovered and groveled, curtseying deeply as they greeted her, overpraising her handbag and shoes. Americanah 2013-05-14T00:00:00Z Still clinging to one of his big hands, she collapsed to the floor in an elegant curtsey. A Long Way from Chicago 1998-09-01T00:00:00Z At the same time, however, Sister and Father were highly formal terms of address— they were tides, marks of formality like a salute or a curtsey. Hunger of Memory 1982-01-01T00:00:00Z Each of the queens made a stately curtsey to Sir Lancelot He stood up politely and bowed gravely to each of the queens. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z She took hold of her dress with one hand and bobbed a curtsey, somehow managing to make it look graceful and mocking and playful all at once. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z She hearkened little to the insinuations of flattery or the curtseys of obsequiousness, but returned all idle, pretty chatter in its own coin. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z Laney curtseyed seven times before running to Mama and jumping into her arms. The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z The pot-maid bobbed a curtsey, and she scuttled back to the kitchens. Stardust 1998-10-01T00:00:00Z Once Celia composes herself she gives him a low, perfect curtsey. The Night Circus 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z And, as one, they bowed or curtseyed in return, and the dance began anew. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z He blinked once more, then crossed his legs, one over the other as if at the start of a curtsey, then turned back into the trees. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z Almost like a curtsey, almost like a tiny dance. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z Out they came, and met the Karhiders with a beautiful curtsey. The Left Hand of Darkness 1969-03-01T00:00:00Z She executes a perfect curtsey, and then she turns and leaves. The Night Circus 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z Then dropped a hurried curtsey, looking at the floor. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z And in her day the lodge-keeper’s wife had curtseyed, sweeping the path with her full wide skirt. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z “I never thought that I should come to this, your Majesty. Jumping—and over the moon at that. But—I’ll try it,” she said and curtseyed gracefully to the throne. Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z “Good night to you,” said Sir Ector affably, when the old lady recovered herself enough to drop him a curtsey. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z She bobs the slightest of curtseys in acknowledgment and the lobby is abuzz with whispers before the door has fully closed behind them. The Night Circus 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z The dances, meanwhile, with their mix of curtseys, bows and pastoral, effortlessly elide baroque with contemporary dance, but seem extraneous to the action rather than integral to it. Julius Caesar – review 2012-10-02T12:38:45Z She seems so excited that she does a little tic-like movement, almost a curtsey, as she plays. Anais Mitchell ? review 2010-10-19T21:00:00Z Then she returned, opened her eyes, smiled that lovely smile, and curtseyed. Listen to Sinéad O’Connor 2014-11-05T05:00:00Z Barry wore her long hair in two braids, with a hippieish pillbox hat on her head; she smiled, danced, and curtseyed. Groening and Barry Take New York 2015-03-13T04:00:00Z The singer Lily Allen shocked Brown by curtseying to her. Sarah Brown's No 10 diary tells of battle over bacon rolls 2011-02-20T18:47:21Z Talking to the woman in front of her in the queue to curtsey to Prince Charles, Pancho discovered that she was a long-time fan of Ballet Black. Ballet Black – review 2013-03-10T00:05:38Z The duchess came out to show Meghan how to curtsey and address the Queen. Prince Harry's book: Things you might have missed 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z Dozens of Buckingham Place staff stood in a neat line in the palace courtyard, and many bowed or curtseyed as the procession passed by. Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral | Live updates 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z Dozens of Buckingham Place staff stood in a neat line in the palace courtyard, and many bowed or curtseyed as the coffin passed by. AP PHOTOS: Tearful crowds mourn Queen Elizabeth II 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z Some people curtsey awkwardly, some glance warily at the coffin. Watching the lying-in-state - 'The queue has a meditative magic of its own' 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Some wiped away tears; others bowed their heads or curtseyed. Crowds queue for queen’s coffin as Charles spends quiet day 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Some wiped away tears; others bowed their heads or curtseyed before returning to the world outside. Queen is mourned with silence in the busy heart of London 2022-09-14T04:00:00Z By the time she had performed a deep curtsey as the coffin was carried into the Edinburgh palace, the emotion was showing. Princess Anne: The can-do will-do royal 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z Princess Anne, the late monarch’s only daughter, curtseyed as the coffin arrived Sunday at Holyroodhouse, the official palace when the monarch is in Scotland. Week of public mourning for Queen Elizabeth II begins in Edinburgh 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z "There wasn't actually a huge formality the first time I met Her Majesty," she recalled, noting that she was surprised to learn from Harry that certain traditions like curtseying were also performed in private. Meghan Markle says she went into the royal family 'naively,' addresses rumor she made Kate Middleton cry 2021-03-07T05:00:00Z In her unpublished memoir, Evanti wrote: “I simply burst forth into song. I curtseyed and grinned back at them, not realizing I was learning one of the tricks of winning an audience.” Perspective | Remembering when Lillian Evanti took the opera world by storm 2019-10-19T04:00:00Z I like her; she has this excessive, almost courtly courtesy to me as her senior, practically curtseying, and it amuses me to try to figure out whether it’s sarcastic. Why gender pay-gap truthers are on the rise 2019-04-23T04:00:00Z Do say: “Should I curtsey when I meet the Avocado Toast Whisperer?” Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, earns a new title: the Avocado Toast Whisperer 2019-01-22T05:00:00Z Thatcher was played by Haydn Gwynne, whose character gave the Queen an absurdly extravagant curtsey before bossily berating her over leaks. Gillian Anderson 'to play Margaret Thatcher in The Crown' 2019-01-20T05:00:00Z Age: Roll on drums, playing of the national anthem, general bowing, scraping and curtseying … 70 today! Prince Charles at 70: is this multimillionaire really a role model for frugality? 2018-11-14T05:00:00Z Video coverage showed Kneissl ending a waltz with Putin with a deep curtsey, a gesture that some Austrian media said would hand the Kremlin propaganda to the detriment of Austria for years to come. A bow or a curtsey? Austrian minister's gesture to Putin sparks furor 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z Dickie Arbiter, the Queen’s former press secretary, classed curtseying in his memoirs alongside a host of royal customs “not necessarily right for modern times”. Theresa May’s curtsey? We don’t need this deference to royals | Gaby Hinsliff 2018-08-09T04:00:00Z In the closest the prince himself came to being interviewed, he parried humble inquiries about Ms Markle’s induction programme, one already advanced to the level of inexplicable hats and demure curtseys. Prince Harry a breath of fresh air? No, a chip off the old block | Catherine Bennett 2017-12-30T05:00:00Z Some hawk-eyed observers even suggested that there was a "clumsy curtsey" at the end. Trump's Saudi trip: Thumbs up and other 'controversies' - BBC News 2017-05-22T04:00:00Z “When you first meet the queen,” she instructed, “following a deep curtsey, you say ‘Your Majesty,’ and subsequently you refer to her as ‘Ma’am.’ Former UNC cheerleader earns royal British post 2017-05-07T04:00:00Z For students of etiquette, there was much debate over whether Kneissl had curtseyed or whether she had bowed to the Kremlin leader at the end of their short waltz together. A bow or a curtsey? Austrian minister's gesture to Putin sparks furor 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z Soon afterward the palace released a photo of May curtseying to the monarch at the palace. Theresa May becomes Britain's Prime Minister 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z But three of the candidates apparently couldn’t think of any American woman worth honoring, and instead—more curtseying—suggested their own relatives, Carson his mother, Huckabee his wife, and Trump his daughter. Round Two! 2015-09-17T04:00:00Z It’s pleasant to watch as Verity, one of the rare well-wishers for the wedded pair, comes to visit and instruct her kitchen-maid cousin in the arts of dancing, milliner-shopping, curtseying, and of course, napkin folding. 'Poldark' Episode 4 Recap: Ignominy vs. Constancy 2015-07-12T04:00:00Z Thorpe, the irreverent son of Native American parents and an Irish grandfather, performed no reciprocal curtsey to the king’s majesty. Native American Branding In American Football: A Forgotten History 2014-07-16T04:00:00Z Whether it was a bow or a curtsey, though, cut little ice with sections of the Austrian media. A bow or a curtsey? Austrian minister's gesture to Putin sparks furor 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z The women curtsey, the men bow, and for an hour or so the Graben is transformed into a ballroom as the Viennese once again celebrate the beginning of Carnival, Fasching. Dancing over the edge: Vienna in 1914 2014-01-06T00:48:06Z And he swears that I curtseyed to him, which is what a well brought up young Viennese girl did to grown ups. Remembering Benjamin Britten at 100 2013-11-22T00:58:58Z Don't even smile upon Aunt Barbara, or she'll make you a low curtsey, and say 'You must ask my brother about the settlement, my dear Edward.' The Smuggler: (Vol's I-III) A Tale 2012-04-26T02:00:10.260Z And Elizabeth laughed at him and dropped a curtsey. The Clammer and the Submarine 2012-04-17T02:00:15.727Z A formal curtsey is a major element of Viennese ballroom etiquette, said Roman Svabek, owner of the dancing school that for the past ten years has organized the famous Vienna Opera Ball. A bow or a curtsey? Austrian minister's gesture to Putin sparks furor 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z When he assured her he was even more serious than usual, she relieved the situation by making an elaborate curtsey to her own reflection in an old-fashioned mirror in the drawing-room. The House 'Round the Corner 2012-04-14T02:00:22.063Z With that, and with a curtsey, she was off, with much more alacrity than she had shown before. Submarine U93 2012-04-07T02:00:34.693Z Mrs. Clare instantly rose, and dropped a low curtsey to Mr. Radford, who had of late years frequently visited her cottage, and occasionally contributed a little to her comfort, in a kindly and judicious manner. The Smuggler: (Vol's I-III) A Tale 2012-04-26T02:00:10.260Z Mrs. Arkell turned and received him with a curtsey and a dubious look. Mildred Arkell, Volume II (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-06T02:00:29.933Z They all approached her, and bowed, and curtseyed; then drew back, as if waiting for her to take her place at the long table before seating themselves. Christmas Tree Land 2012-04-06T02:00:25.787Z Jasmine was just going to curtsey under the impression that it was the Prince, when she heard her aunt say, "What is it now, Snelson?" in time to realize that it was the butler. Rich Relatives 2012-04-05T02:00:45.670Z She rose and curtseyed; but her feet gave way under her, and she sank to the floor. The History of Margaret Catchpole A Suffolk Girl 2012-04-03T02:00:27.997Z Constance crossed over to them, and curtseyed respectfully to the heads of this small portion of the king's subjects. A Pilgrim Maid A Story of Plymouth Colony in 1620 2012-04-02T02:00:24.090Z But I was not a grown-up young lady then," making him a mock curtsey; "after all, I suppose I must call you Fred still, for I should be sure to lapse into it. Mildred Arkell, Volume II (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-06T02:00:29.933Z Accordingly, away went the girl, and, on being introduced, after a very low curtsey, she said: "For what I am going to receive, the Lord make me truly thankful." Ever Heard This? Over Three Hundred Good Stories 2012-03-21T02:00:33.730Z So she knocked with a timid feeling at the indicated door, and when it was opened, dropped a simple curtsey without speaking. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 1. No 1, June 1850 2012-03-21T02:00:31.390Z Mr. Linchmore went slowly from the cottage, scarcely heeding Mrs. Marks' curtseys and parting words, and struck across the fields towards the wood. It May Be True, Vol. III (of III) 2012-03-20T02:00:14.013Z Constance dropped a curtsey as well as the narrow space allowed. A Pilgrim Maid A Story of Plymouth Colony in 1620 2012-04-02T02:00:24.090Z And dropping a smiling curtsey, she coolly closed the gate on them, and flew down the path in the direction the vicar had indicated. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z But what she sets far before curtseys and deference to fine clothes and diamonds is respectful behaviour to the poor and aged. Fairies Afield 2012-03-18T02:00:20.790Z Valeria ran along the sloping bank, sliding on slippery grass and wet stones; and the hat quivered and curtseyed away buoyantly on the miniature waves. The Devourers 2012-03-16T02:00:23.493Z We must curtsey to parson and bob to curate, and mind our manners with the overseers! Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z Oh, Madame," with a curtsey, "you are not? Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z "I'm sure I beg your pardon, sir," with a curtsey. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z She curtseyed demurely, standing in the doorway, and said that Mr. Smith--which was one of the names by which Ferguson went--had sent her to me with a message. Shrewsbury A Romance 2012-03-15T02:00:22.177Z Nancy forgot the practised curtsey and the rehearsed salute. The Devourers 2012-03-16T02:00:23.493Z Fortunately, Dame Béldi, observing in time the tension between the two men, curtseyed low to them both, and withdrew from the room with her daughter. The Slaves of the Padishah 2012-03-06T03:00:24.060Z "I—I will send her to you," stammered the dowager, curtseying in a panic. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z And she looked at him shyly, dropping a curtsey the while. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z That doesn’t stop Mrs. Hardcastle’s campaign to rise above her station: She feigns an upper-class accent, and performs a courtly curtsey that lasts far longer than she ever intended. Gallagher Rocks, Keynes’s Picasso, Digital Diva: London Weekend 2012-02-23T22:19:44Z This is a divine day—cool winds and curtseying grasses. The Devourers 2012-03-16T02:00:23.493Z By-and-by, with a prodigious rattle, Madam Gillin swam in and curtseyed. My Lords of Strogue Vol. III, (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:27.667Z Ladies of highest rank rustled up and curtseyed, then formed into a parterre of shot silks and waving plumes behind my Lady Camden. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. II (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:26.817Z "As you please, sir," she said, "I would not venture to contradict you," and curtseying satirically she turned away her face. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z She dropped a curtsey as she passed him, as if in apology for taking it. A Life's Secret A Novel 2012-02-13T03:00:17.060Z A blond Archduchess asked her to play to her children, and Anne-Marie's lips were taught to frame phrases to Royal Highnesses, and her little black legs were trained to obeisance and curtsey. The Devourers 2012-03-16T02:00:23.493Z With a second curtsey and a sweep round of the left foot, she bade the visitor welcome to her poor home, and pointed a mittened forefinger at a chair. My Lords of Strogue Vol. III, (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:27.667Z Then the Master of Ceremonies gave his hand to the Doyenne—the Austrian Ambassadress—her train was spread out by two pages,—and they entered the Throne-Room, making low bows or curtseys on the threshold. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z La, ma'am," the child retorted, with a curtsey, "you are married! Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z The old-fashioned country house has, almost invariably, a garden that curtseys to the house, with its formal lines, its terraces, and beds of geometrical patterns. Garden-Craft Old and New 2012-02-12T03:00:11.083Z After the Pavane came the Courante, a court dance performed on tiptoe with slightly jumping steps and many bows and curtseys. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 9 "Dagupan" to "David" 2012-02-11T03:03:39.807Z Thompson’s asides are beautifully timed, her energy is phenomenal, her physical gags -- including a low dignified curtsey from which she can’t quite manage to rise --delicious. Greedy Matron Frolics, Cavalier Swaggers, Mozart: London Stage 2012-02-03T01:36:08Z She says she never saw anything so pretty as the curtsey the Princess of Wales made to the assembled company as soon as she got into the room. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z Didn't you lead me to think, ma'am--oh yes, madam, you are now," with a swift little curtsey--"to think that 'twas all for love and the world lost! Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z She dropped me a formal curtsey as she spoke. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z She dropped her husband a mock curtsey and went over to a high-backed armchair, stretching out a dimpled hand to draw it forward. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z "Oh, sir!" said she, "here are fine words, and here's a curtsey to match them;" and spreading out her frock with each hand, she sank elaborately to the very ground. The Watchers A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:08.560Z It was a pretty sight to see the children bowing and curtseying low to their parents. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z "Madame will be much beholden to you," says she, and drops me a mocking curtsey. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z They drove in through the lodge gates, where Joan received a smile and a curtsey, and along the short drive through the park, and drew up beneath the porch of the big ugly square house. The Honour of the Clintons 2012-01-24T03:00:25.947Z Timms came forward with an elaborate apology and a string of curtseys, and hoped her room would be found good enough to be honoured by any friends of my lady's. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 1 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:26.330Z "These good gentlepeople are come to see our poor patient?" she added, curtseying to them with native grace, her accent quite foreign. The Story of Charles Strange, Vol. 3 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:22.303Z As soon as the Emperor was crowned the Empress left her seat, came to the middle of the platform, made a deep curtsey to the Emperor, and knelt. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z "Tis the sweetest way of condoning a fault that ever I met with," she laughed, and dropped me a sweeping curtsey. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z It is said that as the young novelist made her curtsey before the Royal presence, the Duchess softly breathed into Her Majesty's ear the words, "Mr. Smith." Notable Women Authors of the Day Biographical Sketches 2012-01-19T03:00:21.017Z She curtseyed to the ground—the stately, upright, old-fashioned curtsey of the days gone by. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 1 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:26.330Z As I was going up Pippen Hill, Pippen Hill was dirty; There I met a pretty miss, And she dropped me a curtsey. The Big Book of Nursery Rhymes 2012-01-15T03:00:17.137Z We made deep curtseys, and then she made a sign that we were to sit down. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z She curtseyed, and felt, not angry, as she would if any one else had said it, but frightened, for Mr. Longcluse's was a name of power at Mortlake. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z His auditor took the glass, and with a peculiarly arch smile, said, "Our absent friends," and having drank off her amended toast, she curtseyed and withdrew. Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 97, September 6, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. 2011-12-30T03:00:24.060Z She dropped another of her ceremonious curtseys, and threw open the door. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 1 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:26.330Z Merely dropping a queenly curtsey to McBain and our young heroes, she followed the doctor without a word. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z When she got to the foot of the dais she made a very pretty half curtsey. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z “Please, my lady,” she answers, with a short curtsey, “she went into town to fetch some things here from Sir Richard's house.” Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z She shook hands so prettily, too, with the men and with Nancy, who curtseyed so low, that she looked like a brig under full sail settling down by the stern. Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z She dropped him a stately curtsey, that would have served for the prelude to a Court minuet in the palmy days of Queen Charlotte. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 1 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:26.330Z She dropped me a proud little curtsey, and turned away, but her friend frankly held out her hand. The Honour of Savelli A Romance 2011-12-10T03:00:15.560Z Everybody bowed and curtseyed, the officers saluting de front. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z The girl curtseyed, and said “Yes, Sir,” at the second effort, for she was startled. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z They had been speaking English all the way down the street, but they spoke French to him, and both the girls dropped their very best curtseys. Frederica and her Guardians The Perils of Orphanhood 2011-12-05T03:00:50.157Z The lady swept him a splendid curtsey, and--walked off. Amusement Only 2011-12-04T03:00:06.637Z Everybody bowed or curtseyed very low to Mr. Ripple and Mr. Ripple had a delightfully well-turned sentence for each of his subjects, as if he would reward their energy in rising so early. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z He goes back to his own place, the lady makes a curtsey, and gets back to hers across the room backwards as well as she can. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z She talks fluently of herself and her qualifications, and now and then makes a short curtsey. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z Mrs Clifford was not quite sure, but Frederica declined the invitation with a stately little curtsey, and turned to her father again. Frederica and her Guardians The Perils of Orphanhood 2011-12-05T03:00:50.157Z The lady favoured him with another sweeping curtsey. Amusement Only 2011-12-04T03:00:06.637Z Mrs. Courteen as she curtseyed her farewells to the Beau sank to the ground like a deflated balloon. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z As she reached the dais she stepped on it quite alone, and advancing to the front made a pretty curtsey to the assembled Royalties. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z I beg pardon—Miss Alice, please,” she said, dropping a curtsey and drawing back. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z They were old too, so three white-haired old gentlemen turned and looked at Rosanna as she entered and dropped a curtsey. The Girl Scouts Rally Rosanna Wins 2011-11-29T03:00:16.213Z She gave him the most sweeping curtsey with which he ever had been favoured--and in her eyes was laughter all the time. Amusement Only 2011-12-04T03:00:06.637Z "Then stand by the door, curtsey when you're spoken to, and don't put your thumb in the soup." The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z I had barely time to make one curtsey—she put out her hand and made me sit down next to her. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z She does not take it, but makes a stiff little curtsey instead, and draws back about six inches. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z Rosanna dipped a hasty curtsey, and they went off the stage again as everybody clapped and the music struck up the jolliest piece they knew. The Girl Scouts Rally Rosanna Wins 2011-11-29T03:00:16.213Z She dropped me a curtsey fit for the Lord Lieutenant. Further Experiences of an Irish R.M. 2011-11-24T03:00:44.527Z Polly Patch curtseyed solemnly and retreated slowly, murmuring to herself, "and not to put my thumbs in the soup." The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z One makes 3 curtseys; one on entering the room, one half way and a third as one gets close to the Princess. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z "I partly guessed it, my Lady!" he replied modestly, and curtseyed again. In Mr. Knox's Country 2011-11-21T03:00:16.010Z She hurried forward with a little, impulsive movement and, curtseying deeply to Gounod, seized one of his hands in both of hers and raised it to her lips. Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z "Thank you for that, at least," she said, smiling at my earnestness; and then, making me a little curtsey, she turned and disappeared through the door by which she had first entered the saloon. The Beautiful White Devil 2011-11-11T03:00:24.760Z "How romantick truly!" but the tail of the sigh is interrupted by her mother's voice, and she has bare time to murmur her thanks, drop a genteel curtsey and vanish. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z When the last person had passed the Court turned and made us bows and curtseys—the Princess' half curtsey is charming—and it was over. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z The leading Native halted beneath the window and curtseyed. In Mr. Knox's Country 2011-11-21T03:00:16.010Z Oh, Miss," she cried in a tone of awe and curtseying to his name, "you don't mean 'im that wrote Tell me not in mournful numbers? Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z I had ample time for my three curtseys. Italian Letters of a Diplomat's Life January-May, 1880; February-April, 1904 2011-11-10T03:00:11.267Z She felt the genteel movement to be a low curtsey coupled with the graceful revelation of her name, but this was just the act she could not bring herself to perform. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z Lady Erroll shook hands and introduced the maids of honour, who made us low curtseys. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z Mrs. Hazleton fancied herself in high good luck; for just as she was passing through the door into the hall, Lady Hastings' maid crossed and made her a curtsey. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 4, November 1, 1851 2011-11-03T02:00:15.113Z His scourge of fury is lashing down The delicate-rank�d golden corn, That never more shall rear its crown And curtsey to the morn. The Poetical Works of Robert Bridges 2011-10-22T02:00:26.887Z We made low curtseys—didn't kneel nor kiss his hands, being Protestants. Italian Letters of a Diplomat's Life January-May, 1880; February-April, 1904 2011-11-10T03:00:11.267Z "The widow don't intend to proceed," said Charles, when Mrs. Tabrum had curtseyed her way out. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z When they had done, they curtseyed to him, one after the other. The Heritage of the Kurts, Volume I (of 2) 2011-10-21T02:00:20.960Z The old dame made me a curtsey and said in very distinct Welsh, “We have some things in the house which belonged to him, and we will show them to the gentleman willingly.” p. Wild Wales The People, Laguage & Scenery 2011-10-09T02:00:29.740Z She smiled to Br�hl, curtseyed to him, as it was customary in the court and as she was taught by her ma�tre de ballet, Monsieur Favier. Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z She shook hands with the ladies, the men kissed her hand, and when she got to the door she turned and made a very pretty curtsey to us all. Italian Letters of a Diplomat's Life January-May, 1880; February-April, 1904 2011-11-10T03:00:11.267Z This is the region of inequality, and you’ll find plenty of people to make your curtsey to. Lady Barbarina The Siege of London, An International Episode and Other Tales 2011-10-06T02:00:37.063Z As she drew near, the young widow felt it was becoming to rise and curtsey to the Gentlewoman, for such she saw her to be. The Scottish Fairy Book 2011-09-27T02:00:17.480Z A good-looking young woman in a white dress, with a profusion of pink ribbons confronted me with a curtsey. Wild Wales The People, Laguage & Scenery 2011-10-09T02:00:29.740Z Frances did not become confused, she repeated her curtsey and then ran to her. Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z We all made low curtseys—the men kissed her hand, Sir Augustus Paget just touching the floor with his knee, the first time I had seen a man kneel to any one in a salon. Italian Letters of a Diplomat's Life January-May, 1880; February-April, 1904 2011-11-10T03:00:11.267Z Cora had risen and now curtseyed low to the ground, with outstretched arms. The Tour A Story of Ancient Egypt 2011-09-23T02:00:23.040Z "May I have a puff and a tart too, mother?" she asked as she curtseyed to Mrs. Ashburton. The Builders 2011-09-19T02:00:09.067Z I gave her something—it was not a sixpence—at which she not only smiled, but curtseyed; then bidding her farewell I went out of the door. Wild Wales The People, Laguage & Scenery 2011-10-09T02:00:29.740Z Germain remained at some distance, and Marie served her without opening her mouth, but curtseyed to her every time that she handed her a dish. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z All the gentlemen got out of their carriages, knelt or bowed very low; the ladies stood in theirs, making low curtseys, and many people knelt in the street. Italian Letters of a Diplomat's Life January-May, 1880; February-April, 1904 2011-11-10T03:00:11.267Z Nancy dropped a little bob of a curtsey, as her grandmother had taught her to do to the gentry. The Rainbow Book Tales of Fun & Fancy 2011-09-18T02:00:22.467Z The Elder Woman, curtseying to the Queen's body. King Lear's Wife; The Crier by Night; The Riding to Lithend; Midsummer-Eve; Laodice and Dana? 2011-09-17T02:00:30.620Z There were the people bowing and curtseying as he came among them with Olivia on his arm. My Lord Duke 2011-09-09T02:01:11.940Z In the afternoon, Blanche asked Marie the way into the park, and the stout peasant hastened to lead her to the entrance, where she left her, making a curtsey. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z We made our two curtseys—hadn't time for the third, as she advanced a step, shook hands, and made us sit down. Italian Letters of a Diplomat's Life January-May, 1880; February-April, 1904 2011-11-10T03:00:11.267Z "A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!" said Minna out loud, dropped her a little curtsey, nodded gaily, and ran out. The Rainbow Book Tales of Fun & Fancy 2011-09-18T02:00:22.467Z She dropped him a curtsey, but he took her hands and kissed her on both cheeks. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z She sways to the left, curtseying with her slim body, and throwing back her defiant head ever higher and higher. Tales From J?kai 2011-09-02T02:00:19.183Z The servant pulled the bell and a young country woman came into the room and awkwardly curtseyed to Blanche, who returned her salutation with good will. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z The girl curtseyed to him in the doorway as she left, and Nairn turned his face to the wall again with a groan. The Outspan Tales of South Africa 2011-08-31T02:01:41.410Z So she made another, much lower, curtsey, which she knew to be correct in the presence of Royalty, then she took his proffered arm. The Rainbow Book Tales of Fun & Fancy 2011-09-18T02:00:22.467Z She placed hers within it, looked shyly at the Continentals where they stood, dropped a curtsey to all, and went out beside me. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z Look at the Gloaming Star yonder as she goes proudly bowing and curtseying westward over the Atlantic waves. Born to Wander A Boy's Book of Nomadic Adventures 2011-08-31T02:01:32.837Z Urbain received the little scrap of cloth, dropping a curtsey and putting it in his pocket, while Marguerite took a lamp to lead him. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z Loree Temple thought so at least as she made her curtsey and passed on. Pink Gods and Blue Demons 2011-08-31T02:01:22.827Z Solemnly she made him a little bob of a curtsey. The Rainbow Book Tales of Fun & Fancy 2011-09-18T02:00:22.467Z The Wee Folk were delighted at the child’s praise; the small musicians beamed upon her, and the tiny ladies made her a deep curtsey, and then they all disappeared into the cliff. The Piskey-Purse Legends and Tales of North Cornwall 2011-08-30T02:00:37.027Z The coachman's wife at the lodge stood with her children round her at the large gate, and curtseyed; but she hid her face in her apron, and cried bitterly. Salome 2011-08-20T02:00:12.970Z She went to meet him, and as he was making her a modest curtsey the artless child kissed him on each cheek. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z The wearyful women as they passed the window had curtseyed to the dead. Greene Ferne Farm 2011-08-14T02:00:22.210Z Some stared at them with unchecked rudeness; one or two curtseyed or tugged at their forelocks. Bevis The Story of a Boy 2011-08-13T02:00:28.377Z I felt just as if I should have liked to have said “I won’t;” but I controlled myself, and, making a sweeping curtsey, I went out, feeling very spiteful. A Fluttered Dovecote 2011-07-29T02:00:21.880Z And then catching up her skirts, with a low curtsey she repeated softly: “Oh I’m the flower that never dies, ’Neath leaves so brown in bed so low. Blue Robin, the Girl Pioneer 2011-07-28T02:00:09.363Z Blanche curtseyed to the barber and gayly went up to her room, while Touquet said to himself, following her with his eyes,— "Come, I was wrong to make myself uneasy; she knows nothing of him." The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z So they went by the window, and each as she passed dropped a lowly curtsey to “Measter” in the beehive chair. Greene Ferne Farm 2011-08-14T02:00:22.210Z Her large eyes, like black cherries—for black eyes and black cherries have a faint tint of red behind them—were immediately bent full on Bevis as she rose and curtseyed to him. Bevis The Story of a Boy 2011-08-13T02:00:28.377Z We are tempted to speak to them, and they look as if they could curtsey to us. Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad with Tales and Miscellanies Now First Collected Vol. II (of 3) 2011-07-24T02:00:08.803Z At the National school she had learned, in a very imperfect way, to read and write, to do a little needlework, and to curtsey to her betters. Crying for the Light, Vol. 2 [of 3] or Fifty Years Ago 2011-07-23T02:00:11.327Z I made a curtsey deep as my disdain. Cynthia Wakeham's Money 2011-07-18T02:00:24.717Z Then seeing Geoffrey, she dropped a curtsey and began to wipe her naked arms and hands with her apron. Greene Ferne Farm 2011-08-14T02:00:22.210Z “Thy thanks are not due me, but to the citizens of Philadelphia, sir,” said Mrs. Owen 170 with her finest curtsey. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z The young girl rose respectfully from the spinning-wheel, glanced shyly at the intruder, and ere he could forbid it, had made him a childish curtsey and kissed his hand. The Strange Story of Rab R?by 2011-07-17T02:00:30.943Z Johnnie made a low bow, the little lady a lower curtsey. House of Torment A Tale of the Remarkable Adventures of Mr. John Commendone, Gentleman to King Phillip II of Spain at the English Court 2011-07-15T02:00:24.257Z The mention of Mallock reminded me of some of his delectable similes: "Miss Drake dropped a short curtsey, which resembled the collapse of a concertina." A New Medley of Memories 2011-07-12T02:00:37.147Z The dame made a curtsey, The dog made a bow; The dame said, "Your servant," The dog said, "Bow, wow!" National Rhymes of the Nursery 2011-07-12T02:00:29.700Z “Perchance, sir,” replied Harriet, sweeping him an elaborate curtsey, and assuming the gracious manner which was one of her charms, “perchance if you were on the other side I would not wish to be relinquished.” Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z He caught hold of his apron as though it had been a silken gown and made a curtsey to each one. A House Party with the Tucker Twins 2011-07-10T02:00:20.543Z But while they yet spake, she gave another curtsey, and out went some more. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z “He has gone off to sleep,” Luke said to the matronly housekeeper, who never ventured to speak to him without a curtsey. Eli's Children The Chronicles of an Unhappy Family 2011-07-08T02:00:20.557Z As I was going up Pippen Hill Pippen Hill was dirty; There I met a pretty miss, And she dropped me a curtsey. National Rhymes of the Nursery 2011-07-12T02:00:29.700Z “Didst ever behold a more bewitching damsel than thy daughter, Mistress Peggy Owen?” she cried, sweeping her mother a deep curtsey. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z "A happy new year, with the blessing of our Lady and St. Joseph, noble ladies!" said the maiden, curtseying, as she placed the cup of warm ale on the table. King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. 2011-07-07T02:00:29.790Z By nightfall the wind had taken off greatly, although the old sea still kept her leaping and curtseying like a lunatic, and made our sleep a mere pretence. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z “My gracious, sir!” exclaimed the woman, curtseying humbly. Eli's Children The Chronicles of an Unhappy Family 2011-07-08T02:00:20.557Z The nurse instantly withdrew, half in alarm, and with oft-repeated curtsey, without, however, allowing herself to be interrupted in her mutterings, and unconscious monologue. King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 2 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. 2011-07-07T02:00:26.270Z Mr. Arnold stood courteously awaiting her assent, and realizing that he had indeed bestowed the honor upon her, she arose, swept a profound curtsey, and murmured an almost inaudible acceptance. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z "Good, honest Jack, that is for you to say," cried madam, with a smile and a curtsey. The Life of a Celebrated Buccaneer A Page of Past History for the Use of the Children of To-day 2011-07-06T02:00:45.180Z Oh, Fr�ulein!" she said, with a curtsey, "do not take it amiss. A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z Little Miss Mere, who had never seen a lord, except in fancy or in dreams, curtseyed shyly and hung her head. The Happy Hypocrite A Fairy Tale For Tired Men 2011-06-24T02:00:21.977Z Mrs Cameron curtseyed as she shook hands with the Queen and then with Prince Philip. Queen in 10 Downing Street visit 2011-06-21T15:17:56Z He had given the military salute instead of the usual curtsey of the countryman. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z Miss Starke seemed struck with his look and manner, and made a stiff half curtsey. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 2, September, 1851 2011-06-14T02:00:20.590Z I think I could scarcely make a respectable curtsey to them. A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z In strange contrast to her usual volubility, she did not speak a word, but dropping a curtsey, went out. The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z At the same moment a subtle strange perfume—not unlike some barbaric spice or odorous Indian herb—stole through the door, and an old woman, brown-faced, murky-eyed, and decrepit, entered with a respectful curtsey. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z “Sir,” she said, sweeping him a fine curtsey, “I wish thee good-day.” Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z Catching up a fold of her voluminous robe, she smiled and made him a saucy little curtsey of thanks. Marjorie Dean High School Senior 2011-06-06T02:00:09.407Z An old woman opened the door for her, with a curtsey. A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z I dropped her a curtsey which surprised her Scotch staidness and amused Jamie. A Cry in the Wilderness 2011-06-01T02:00:28.933Z With a refined woman's delicacy of perception, Donna Dolores instantly detected under this bizarre exterior something that atoned for it, which she indicated by the depth of the half-formal curtsey she made it. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z “Your pardon,” said the youth sweeping them a profound curtsey to hide his confusion. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z Making a sweeping curtsey, she disappeared from the screen, to reappear instantly minus cat and broomstick. Marjorie Dean High School Senior 2011-06-06T02:00:09.407Z Ruth caught Bab’s arm, and together they made a low curtsey. The Automobile Girls at Newport Watching the Summer Parade 2011-06-01T02:00:25.733Z After the "messieurs" who bow, come the "demoiselles" who curtsey; the workwomen who sew, the carpenters who saw wood, the washerwomen who wash linen, and a host of other folks intent on their different callings. Essays in the Study of Folk-Songs (1886) 2011-05-28T02:00:21.687Z Aunt Mary made a bobbing curtsey to Judy, then gave her a friendly handshake, looking keenly in her face the while. Molly Brown's Post-Graduate Days 2011-05-27T02:00:15.860Z The girls fetched their prizes from the table covered with lovely books, and curtseyed to Lady Brand, who spoke and smiled to each one of them. Poppy The Story of a South African Girl 2011-05-20T02:00:25.147Z And so are you, sir, I'm sure," said the landlady, curtseying; "I know what gentlefolk be. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:11.200Z The girls joined hands and made a low curtsey to Mrs. Thurston and Mr. Stuart. The Automobile Girls at Newport Watching the Summer Parade 2011-06-01T02:00:25.733Z Dropping her humble curtsey, she was about to ask his pleasure, when he brushed past her without ceremony, and stepped into the kitchen. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Here some of the little nigs made bobbing curtseys and the ones who did not got soundly smacked by Aunt Keziah. Back at School with the Tucker Twins 2011-05-14T02:00:10.887Z Klaus Heinrich exchanged a handshake with the daughter of the house, and kissed the Countess's hand, while he gently raised her from the courtly curtsey she had begun, as usual, to make. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z And with a sweeping curtsey, in the performance of which she overwhelmed Mr. Sweeting's legs in a flood of pink silk skirt, and backed heavily on to Mr. Cleveland Turner's toes, Amelia withdrew, beaming. That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 2 2011-04-26T02:00:28.200Z Then she turned to Ruth with a mock curtsey. The Automobile Girls at Newport Watching the Summer Parade 2011-06-01T02:00:25.733Z "No, sir, he's not," replied Molly, dropping another and more assured curtsey. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z But suddenly interrupting herself, she jumped up from her seat, and made Mr. Bragg a sweeping curtsey. That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 3 2011-04-26T02:00:25.180Z Baroness Schulenburg handed him with a curtsey to his aunt, Catherine, who, with a stern look on her face, was dressed in a newly remade lilac silk dress, and wore Crown jewels in her hair. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z We want our working men to be civil, not servile; our working women to use courtesy, and not a curtsey. Practical Politics; or, the Liberalism of To-day 2011-04-19T02:00:17.257Z There she stood, holding before her a fan about the size of a modern tea-tray, while at each repetition of her name by the servant she curtseyed deeply. Humours of Irish Life 2011-04-19T02:00:16.057Z Upon hearing a horse's hoofs, she ran out to do so; and stood holding it back, dropping her humble curtsey as Mr. Chattaway rode past. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Quickly, and with a respectful curtsey indicative of apology, Lydie now took her stand beside her Royal mistress and the ceremony of presentations began. Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z Leave was taken with compliments and clapping together of heels, curtseys, and bows. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z We wish to see the end of a system by which a bow is rewarded with a blanket and a curtsey with coal. Practical Politics; or, the Liberalism of To-day 2011-04-19T02:00:17.257Z A girl with dark hair in voluminous flimsy draperies came on with a curtsey and a smile, and a little chill ran through him before he heard Violet’s answer. The Dust of Conflict 2011-04-14T02:01:04.343Z A very thin woman, in a washed-out cotton gown, with a thin face and inflamed eyes, came in, curtseying. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z "Let them settle the grave affairs of State over there," she had said to him this morning, when first she made her curtsey before him. Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z It was Countess Löwenjoul who advanced towards the guest, and curtseyed with a smile. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z But Praxedis now approached the window, and humbly dropping a low curtsey to the old hag, explained to her that she did not come from hell, but from the Hohentwiel. Ekkehard. Vol. I (of II) A Tale of the Tenth Century 2011-04-14T02:00:55.273Z So saying she set before Herr Droi a delicious roast duck and a bottle of wine, of the Amtshauptmann's best, and made a little bobbing curtsey, and said in her turn: "Platee?" In the Year '13 A Tale of Mecklenburg Life 2011-04-14T02:00:53.733Z The girl halted a few paces from the porch, and dropped a curtsey. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z With infinite relief, she made her final curtsey to her partner, and allowed him to lead her back to her official place beside the royal daïs. Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z She looked at him with half-closed eyes for two seconds, the long pen poised in her hand, then rose and curtseyed. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z A neat-looking woman answered the bell this time, and curtseyed with an old-world politeness. The Motor Maids by Rose, Shamrock and Thistle 2011-04-14T02:00:48.987Z Then making a little curtsey, she said to the colonel, "My compliments, Herr Colonel von Toll," and marched off with the two maids. In the Year '13 A Tale of Mecklenburg Life 2011-04-14T02:00:53.733Z There was a new housemaid, who curtseyed to us as we entered. I Walked in Arden 2011-04-10T02:00:06.137Z The camp will offer classes in table manners and how to perform the perfect curtsey as well as horse riding, introducing people and how to deal with awkward social moments. Shacking up, princess camp and sweeties 2011-04-08T17:54:31Z They ducked and shot up again, one after the other, in the trailing fluctuations of the Court curtsey, set their teeth and did their best. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z She curtseyed as she accepted it, and said: "You do not look like a poor man." The Second String 2011-04-08T02:00:07.383Z They curtsey while saying "this is the way the lady goes," and again turn round and clap hands for the last line. Popular Rhymes and Nursery Tales A Sequel to the Nursery Rhymes of England 2011-04-01T02:00:34.340Z "Sir Within is in the drawing-room, Mademoiselle," said she, with a slight curtsey, as she stood before her. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z He looked up a little glumly as I entered, but when I lifted my sunbonnet, made him a curtsey, and said with a smile, “I am Robert Barr’s wife,” he was delighted. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z A wave of acts of homage, scrapings, bows, curtseys and salutes, swept through the hall as the procession passed in front of the assembled guests. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z The party separated after a reasonable time—Sir Marmaduke excusing himself upon some matter of business—the ladies having already made their curtsey to their stranger guests. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z “Oh, Miss Miller, I’m so much obliged to you!” exclaimed the delighted little girl, making a quaint curtsey. The Woodcraft Girls in the City 2011-03-27T02:00:11.007Z "Yes, Miss," said she, curtseying, and deeply gratified. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z Soon they stood at the door, face to face with him; the sergeant saluting soldier fashion, while the woman curtseyed. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z A policeman springs to attention, a smart woman, coming out of a shop, smiles and curtseys. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z All along the shore were crowds of bowing and curtseying people. Story of My Life, volumes 1-3 2011-03-20T02:00:26.607Z She welcomed him with a curtsey full of the old-time stateliness, and to me she extended her hand to be kissed. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z Aunt Marguerite’s eyes flashed an indignant look at Madelaine, as the cause of this rebuff, and she drew back with a stiff curtsey and walked slowly before them out of the room. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z I have always had a special affection for those scientists like Gallup who, in investigating highly charged subject matter, operate without curtseying to the court of public opinion. Natural homophobes? Evolutionary psychology and antigay attitudes 2011-03-09T20:45:09.290Z The brothers had risen, and the visitor, as she curtseyed to them, was filled with confusion. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z Babette curtseyed so prettily that the witch was charmed and took her to ride on her broomstick. The Green Forest Fairy Book 2011-03-04T03:01:06.297Z Before the departure of the Royal family on this occasion, we children were sent for, and upon entering the room made our bow and curtsey as we had been taught to do by our governess. Forty Years of 'Spy' 2011-03-04T03:00:57.237Z Aunt Marguerite, after suddenly becoming aware of the presence of Madelaine, made a most ceremonious curtsey, and then sailed out of the room. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z The word "cutchy" is accompanied by a deep curtsey, on rising from which he takes a girl out of the ring and wheels her. Jamaican Song and Story Annancy stories, digging sings, ring tunes, and dancing tunes 2011-02-28T03:00:31.280Z As Albrecht extended his hand from his chest, keeping his forearm close to his body, her arm was stretched out almost perpendicularly, when the curtsey which she made him had reached its lowest point. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z For hours together she would grin and curtsey before the mirror, preparing for her advent at court. Blanche 2011-02-27T03:00:34.170Z "Now make him your best curtsey, Dolly," says Mr. Darling, seriously; "it isn't everyday you will get such a pretty speech as that." Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z The old lady looked very hard at David Thain, and she dropped a curtsey. The Wicked Marquis 2011-02-24T03:01:06.123Z There was also the time when she saw Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi ask Naomi Campbell for her phone number, and when pop singer Lily Allen curtseyed to her. Sarah Brown tells of 'surreal' life at No 10 2011-02-19T10:27:43Z Then, after a pause, a pause perhaps of internal struggle, Albrecht had expressed his pleasure at seeing her at Court; whereupon Countess Löwenjoul had executed her curtsey, with an evasive glance from her eyes. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z I make you a profound Knix,—it's a more expressive word than curtsey—of polite gratitude. Fr?ulein Schmidt and Mr. Anstruther 2011-02-17T03:00:18.413Z It is a very curious and obsolete, if singularly charming, performance, full of strange bows, and unexpected turnings, and curtseys dignified and deep. Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z Standing side by side, they appeared to be vying with one another in the depth and grace of their curtseys. Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z Women curtsey to one another, bending the right knee almost to the ground. The World and Its People: Book VII Views in Africa 2011-02-13T03:00:17.920Z The Harlequin turned and drawing the black vizard from his face, bent low and saluted her hand; and she, responding gaily with a curtsey, looked up into the features of an utter stranger. The Streets of Ascalon Episodes in the Unfinished Career of Richard Quarren, Esqre. 2011-02-12T03:00:30.987Z Now and then a beautiful schooner, with white sails, relieved against the green masses of foliage, passed us, gracefully curtseying and sidling along. Sketches in Canada, and rambles among the red men 2011-02-10T03:00:51.280Z They passed through a curtseying crowd, bought, went on to tea, gracious, kindly people. The Oyster 2011-02-10T03:00:49.300Z As the stranger walked in she bobbed him a respectful curtsey. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z “Do you like me dressed up like this?” and she made him a little curtsey. Girl Alone 2011-01-27T03:00:36.117Z A large elderly woman, with a red face, and a cap worn helmet-wise on her forehead, swept me a magnificent curtsey as I crossed the threshold. Some Experiences of an Irish R.M. 2011-01-16T03:00:24.113Z In came the maid, bearing a tankard on a salver; and, adding several sweethearts, she offered the homely lunch with a curtsey and a smile that would have glorified even pork and beans. Silver Pitchers: and Independence A Centennial Love Story 2011-01-13T03:01:02.190Z And with a mocking curtsey Mrs Jeal walked out of the room. The Pagan's Cup 2011-01-06T03:00:42.697Z The woman curtseyed and thanked him; tears were in her eyes, for it seemed to her that never had she seen such grief depicted upon any human face. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z She backed away from him, took the full skirt of the made-over dress between the thumb and forefinger of each hand, and made him a curtsey. Girl Alone 2011-01-27T03:00:36.117Z Molly gave me her hand, and introduced me to her aunt, who curtseyed and smiled. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume II 2011-01-03T03:01:05.750Z She rose and swept him a mock curtsey. The Boss of Wind River 2010-12-30T03:00:28.770Z The woman dropped a curtsey, and for the first time shot a glance at Pratt, who was smiling blandly. The Pagan's Cup 2011-01-06T03:00:42.697Z "I'm no lady, sir; I'm not above my business," she said, with another hard little curtsey. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z Presently these edge towards each other; they bob and curtsey, or seem to, as they hop about. British Goblins Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions 2010-12-20T17:11:57.810Z Our hostess curtseyed, said they were very welcome, and left the room. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume II 2011-01-03T03:01:05.750Z The godmother put before him what was on the stove, curtseyed, and bade him fall to. Russian Fairy Tales From the Skazki of Polevoi 2010-12-20T17:11:44.353Z Mrs Jeal was in excellent health, and said so with a curtsey. The Pagan's Cup 2011-01-06T03:00:42.697Z The old woman made a short curtsey as she took it, dryly, from his fingers; and she stood, resolutely waiting. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z Her curtsey was severely formal as she made her reply. A Blot on the Scutcheon “Thank you, sir,” she said, making him a most profound curtsey. Lady Maude's Mania "A right down, regular, Royal Queen," she quoted gaily as she dropped an elegant curtsey. The Princess Galva A Romance She kept her wicked eyes on the kindly vicar and smiled constantly, punctuating such smiles with an occasional curtsey. The Pagan's Cup 2011-01-06T03:00:42.697Z Mrs. Ray rose from her chair and curtseyed, muttering something as to its being a long way for him to walk out there to the cottage. Rachel Ray He bowed gravely, offering her his arm, which she took, demurely curtseying. A Blot on the Scutcheon Thea made a little curtsey that was unexpectedly graceful. The Red Cross Girls with Pershing to Victory She dropped a rude sort of curtsey, and, opening the door of a room, half ushered, half pushed him in. To Win the Love He Sought The Great Awakening: Volume 3 The queen’s curtsey was the signal for the music, which throbbed suddenly into a march, and she stepped down beside him. The Valiants of Virginia Then Mrs. Ray curtseyed them out,—not without a certain amount of dignity, although her eyes were red with tears, and her whole body trembling with dismay. Rachel Ray She curtseyed and grinned as usual, and assured him, a hundred times at least, that she was his humblest servant; but what she proceeded to unfold seemed to Boleslav the last straw. Regina or the Sins of the Fathers Resuming her composure, Rigolette slightly curtseyed to the stout individual, and pointing to the animal under his arm, said: "Is your dog so very tired, sir?" The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 3 of 6 The Duke of Xara dismounted, smiled, gave her his hand; she kissed it, curtseying, ardently; her tears fell down upon it. Majesty A Novel She gave him a charming curtsey, flitted away down the room, threw him yet a smile, and disappeared behind the panelled door through which she had come. An Engagement of Convenience A Novel Mrs. Butler Cornbury curtseyed and smiled, and got herself out of the room. Rachel Ray She thanked him, made a formal little curtsey, and they parted. Regina or the Sins of the Fathers She spoke with the haste of one wishing to forestall the possible thwarting of elderly objection, and ended with a dancing-school curtsey before the boy in hodden gray. The Tempering In the anteroom the lady-in-waiting rose, curtseyed, knocked at the door and opened it: "His highness the Duke of Xara...." Majesty A Novel The prince bows and offers her his arm; the lady should curtsey and take it. Manners and Rules of Good Society Or Solecisms to be Avoided "I will!" said little Concha, and dropped a curtsey behind her back, which, alas! was not without a certain wicked suggestion of contempt for kings and dignitaries and their emissaries. The Firebrand My lady Betty was gathering a posy; at the Viscount's sudden appearance she broke off her song, swept him a curtsey then, standing tall and gracious, shook white finger at him. Our Admirable Betty A Romance I want to talk to you alone——” She blushed and dropped a confused little curtsey to Thessalie: “Would you please pardon my rudeness——” “You darling!” said Thessalie, blowing her a swift, gay kiss. The Moonlit Way The princess, the mistress of the robes, all the ladies curtsey.... Majesty A Novel She smiled languidly, but pleasantly enough, at the line of curtseying women and men with doffed hats. The Missioner The Queen made a low curtsey; for there was no possible way of embracing the Frog. Tales of Passed Times A smile and gracious curtsey—and so to breakfast. Our Admirable Betty A Romance So she walked up to him and made a little curtsey just before him. Ayala's Angel I remember it still: he flushed when I curtseyed to him. Majesty A Novel She drew back and made him a pretty curtsey, spreading out her skirts. The Broken Gate A Novel While they were thus talking together, Cinderella heard the clock strike the three quarters past eleven; she at once made a profound curtsey to the company, and left as quickly as she could. Tales of Passed Times The Major gasped, and stood before her blushing and mute; perceiving which, she laughed: "Indeed, they become me vastly well!" she murmured, and sank before him in the stateliest of curtseys. Our Admirable Betty A Romance "I don't know whether I am nice, but you are," she said, curtseying again. Ayala's Angel Then the duchess approaches and greets the crown-prince with her famous curtsey. Majesty A Novel The Princess swept to the ground before him in an elaborate curtsey, and, looking contemptuously, yet with a certain amused interest, at Mark, left the room. The Little Schoolmaster Mark A Spiritual Romance Let me alone to fit them; I can make a scurvy curtsey naturally: remember, I am an Essex woman, if they ask. A Select Collection of Old English Plays Volume 14 of 15 "Sir," said she, acknowledging his deep reverence with a stately inclination of her shapely head, "I would curtsey if I might, but to curtsey on a ladder were dangerous and not to be lightly undertaken." Our Admirable Betty A Romance "When you came in and curtseyed to Sir Harry I could hardly keep within myself because I thought you were so beautiful." Ayala's Angel The emperor came up to her; she drooped in her famous curtsey and Oscar jested with her for a moment. Majesty A Novel I must never leave the dear father and mother; if the king himself came a wooing, I would make him a low curtsey, Busy Bee, like this, and say, 'No, I thank your Majesty!'' Tales of the Toys, Told by Themselves V. We bore our ocean bird unto A grassy place where he might view The flowers that curtsey to the bees, The waving of the tall green trees, The falling of the silver dew. The Poetical Works of Elizabeth Barrett Browning Volume II Your honour," said she, curtseying, "'tis very late, I know, but I'm here to bring your old battle-coat as I found to-day in the garden, knowing 'tis such a favourite with you. Our Admirable Betty A Romance Snowy gulls dipped and whirled on airy flight near the shore, and small crafts, with all sails set, danced and curtseyed beneath them as they made for the harbour. Under the Mendips A Tale The duchess steps towards the crown-prince and breaks the line of her graciousness in a deep curtsey. Majesty A Novel Anne was “affable” enough, and curtseyed low as she swept past. The Divorce of Catherine of Aragon The Story as Told by the Imperial Ambassadors Resident at the Court of Henry VIII "Children! well, I thank you!" exclaimed Eugenia, rising and making a mock curtsey. Gabriel Tolliver A Story of Reconstruction So Mrs. Agatha dimpled, curtseyed and sped softly away, surreptitiously beckoning to the Sergeant. Our Admirable Betty A Romance Then, with a dignified curtsey, Griselda swept out of the room. Her Season in Bath A Story of Bygone Days He bowed to the marchioness, who had risen and curtseyed. Majesty A Novel There was no shower of carnations or rain of violets round her farewell curtseys. Carnival "Oh, I see!" she cried, dropping me a little curtsey; "and I thank you kindly!" Gabriel Tolliver A Story of Reconstruction "Is aught amiss, my lady?" she enquired, dropping a curtsey. Our Admirable Betty A Romance They applauded me a great deal, and after a bow of acknowledgment to the nice audience I gave the Princesses each time an English, straight-up-and-down curtsey, and I hope that was right. Confessions of an Opera Singer She curtseyed again; he bowed smilingly and offered her his arm. Majesty A Novel She has studied the distinction between a curtsey which precedes the recital of a fable of La Fontaine and a poem of Francis Jammes. Interpreters Nan dropped a low curtsey, saying, "Oh, thank you, sir—what was the gentleman's name, Cephas—the gentleman who was such a cavalier?" Gabriel Tolliver A Story of Reconstruction The gentlemen bowed, the ladies curtseyed, and descended the terrace steps all stately dignity and gracious ease. Our Admirable Betty A Romance She broke off to drop him a little mocking curtsey. Where the Pavement Ends The duchess chucked H�l�ne under the chin, put Eleonore's veil straight, said that they had curtseyed beautifully, that she had herself even noticed how pleased the Countess of Threma had been with them. Majesty A Novel The girl swept a curtsey, the practice when dreams of the world were teasing her had not been in vain. The Red City A Novel of the Second Administration of President Washington “Thank you, sir,” said Fin, with a mock curtsey. Thereby Hangs a Tale Volume One Old Betty closed the door, curtseyed to the Major and clutching at Sergeant Zebedee's hand, stooped and kissed it, whereupon he glanced apologetically at the Major and saluted. Our Admirable Betty A Romance Then the Sun Maid laid it reverently down, and catching hold her scant tunic made the old-fashioned curtsey which her Fort friends had taught her. The Sun Maid A Story of Fort Dearborn The countess made a stately curtsey before the young princes. Majesty A Novel Suddenly the maid’s tone changed, and she dropped a very profound curtsey. The Intriguers His musings were interrupted by the entry of Mrs Jenkles, who stood curtseying and smoothing her apron. Thereby Hangs a Tale Volume One The girl made a little curtsey to her employer, and accompanied this small act of duty with a smile which showed two rows of beautiful, pearly-white teeth. Black Diamonds "Thank you," we echoed, all curtseying; though really I haven't the least idea what we were thanking him for! What Happened to Inger Johanne As Told by Herself The duchess made her curtsey, approached the throne and with great reverence, as though with diffident lips, touched the jewelled finger-tips, which the empress held out like a live relic. Majesty A Novel Indeed, her gentle good-night and her curtsey seemed strangely at variance with her usually bold and defiant manner. Waldfried A Novel The dame made a curtsey, The dog made a bow; The dame said, your servant, The dog said, bow, wow. The Nursery Rhymes of England "I curtsey to Him who made me," replied Lady Wharton. Ten Girls from History Sally noted the grace with which he bowed to the ladies and the low curtseys they returned. Maid Sally The empress, in her trailing pale-mauve velvet, steps towards her spouse and curtseys before him ceremoniously. Majesty A Novel For at his coming, Ailsa had dropped the deep curtsey which is the due of royalty, and was moving away from him backward, which is royalty’s due also. Cleek of Scotland Yard Detective Stories “O Mither!” she cried, then seeing the Domine, she made a little curtsey, and spoke to him first. Christine A Fife Fisher Girl The woman kept curtseying every moment, to the great amusement of the surrounding citizens, who had only paid this attention to the Duke and the bride. The Banished A Swabian Historical Tale. In Three Volumes. Sally had been surprised at the many low curtseys Mistress Cory Ann made when the parson came up to the door, and at the look of fear that had come over her face. Maid Sally His uniform of blue, white and silver fitted him tightly; and he saluted, smilingly, but a little stiffly, while Herman shook hands with him and the others bowed, the duchess curtseying deeply. Majesty A Novel As Cynthia made her little curtsey and smiled her bright little smile, she wondered what the royal personage would say if he knew that she was "Westwood, the murderer's daughter." A Life Sentence A Novel ‘A shilling, sir, if you please,’ said the woman curtseying. The London Pulpit "Yes, that's her, Barbelle; she is wonderful pretty," whispered the round matron to her daughter, and made a low curtsey; "but now look out for the gentleman." The Banished A Swabian Historical Tale. In Three Volumes. One day Mistress Brace saw Parson Kendall again coming up her steps, and, curtseying as before, she bade him enter. Maid Sally She turned round, made another curtsey to him, and asked, in a little cracked voice, 'Can you assure me, sir, as a gentleman of candour and gallantry, that it is not an exhilarating potion?' The Lamplighter Sabina Meldreth curtseyed, but in evident mockery, for the color in her cheeks grew higher, and her tone was anything but respectful when she spoke. A Life Sentence A Novel I made a curtsey deep, deep down to the ground as well as I could, and said I had a medicine which would cure the beautiful Dogaressa very speedily. The Serapion Brethren, Vol. I. "How are you, Mr Deacon Waldie?" said she, repeating her curtsey, and looking at him with an eye that pierced him to the heart. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 11 She curtseyed and bobbed and tried at first to pretend that she could not spare Sally during a morning. Maid Sally She dropped a low curtsey, and looked as if she had been occupying her house for months of his absence. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Volume 20. July, 1877. The woman of the pond stood outside her cottage, curtseying and pouring out tea. The Pond She laughed at his sulkiness, plying her paddle the faster, and soon reached the pebbly beach, where she sprang out, and drawing her canoe out of the water, swept her old nurse a curtsey. A Daughter of the Forest Starting quickly out of the recess, she walked solemnly and dignifiedly up to the official, before whom she presented herself with a low curtsey. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 11 She greeted Miss Tancred affectionately, glanced at Durant with marked approval, and swept the Colonel an exaggerated curtsey, playfully implying that she had met him before that day. The Return of the Prodigal It all looked so different from the cart, than when walking with bare feet along the road; all seemed to curtsey to Ditte, hills and forests and everything. Ditte: Girl Alive! The queen curtseyed low, it being quite impossible to embrace the Frog, and the latter went off at once to speak to the bat. Old-Time Stories She wore a cap with coloured ribbons—the two sisters still shook their heads together over her tendency to dressiness—and dropped a child's curtsey to Cicely as she came in. The Squire's Daughter Being the First Book in the Chronicles of the Clintons Them pink and white ones look to me like girls, slim young ones all ready to bob a curtsey. The Wooing of Calvin Parks Then the daughter entered the house, and met the old woman curtseying to her. Lady Anna Lhar drew back, moving with a swaying, bobbing gait oddly like a curtsey. Where the World is Quiet She at once made a profound curtsey to the company, and departed as quickly as she could. Old-Time Stories Well, she came back, expecting nothing, do you see, and there at the door was I, in black, with white cuffs and apron, and little Maria curtseying behind me. The Strange Cases of Dr. Stanchon As we were passing them the girl looked up, and, suddenly rising, curtseyed; and, taking hold of the little boy's hand, said, "Mr. Henry." Ellen Middleton—A Tale "Please, sir, it's the new cook," she said, dropping him a curtsey. Anxious Audrey She then went to where Amalia was, and placing herself before her, she crossed her little arms upon her chest, and making a curtsey, said: "Godmother, your blessing." The Grandee “I suppose it will be business, sir,” replied the housekeeper drily, measuring his distance off to him by an indicated curtsey. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XIX (of 25) The Ebb-Tide; Weir of Hermiston She curtseyed and the Major bowed to the ground, and I couldn't but notice a tiny bald spot amongst his curly dark hair. The Strange Cases of Dr. Stanchon She evolved, with some difficulty, the manner which would be correct in their relative positions; accepted the curtsey before stretching out a hand, guaranteed Olympian, to the plains below. When Ghost Meets Ghost "Thank you, ma'am," and Dotty dropped a curtsey. Two Little Women Lady Harman bowed a little shyly to his good wishes and was then led up to Mrs. Crumble, in a stiff black silk, who curtseyed with a submissive amiability to her new mistress. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman "Will you give this to Dr. Gower when he comes in?" said Miss Goldy-hair, and Sarah made a little curtsey and begged her pardon for not having seen her. The Boys and I She made a curtsey, as in duty bound, to the young ladies, but she said with some petulance, "I ain't deaf, granny," as she did so. A Country Gentleman and his Family So the subject dropped, and with a mock curtsey and a saucy wave of the hand, she went to her room. The Count's Chauffeur “O, sir,” she said, curtseying, “I would not say that: the huntsmen would all die for you.” The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 7 (of 25) She always curtseyed politely, was always tidily dressed, had even plaited the blue ribbon into her fair hair with a certain taste. The Son of His Mother The dame made a curtsey, The Dog made a bow; The dame said "Your servant," The Dog said "Bow-wow." Cole's Funny Picture Book No. 1 She performed a magnificent curtsey, half irony, half defiance, before the Dowager Lady Randolph, who looked on at this progress speechless. Sir Tom And she gave him her hand with a sort of curtsey. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson, Volume XXI Now for the second time she curtseyed to the altar. Aurora the Magnificent Dancing in a morrice-ring The green ferns curtsey, kiss and cling! Collected Poems Volume Two There was an old lady of Chertsey, Who made a remarkable curtsey; She twirled round and round, Till she sank underground, Which distressed all the people of Chertsey. Cole's Funny Picture Book No. 1 "I am called," said Bice, making a sweeping curtsey, and waving her hand as she darted suddenly away, leaving Lucy in much doubt and perplexity. Sir Tom Her aunt, meanwhile, made the newcomer a tremulous curtsey. The Continental Dragoon A Love Story of Philipse Manor-House in 1778 “That’s what I am, my lordship,” said the woman, with an obsequious curtsey. The Humourous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit Angel pulled herself together and made a grave curtsey. Two Maiden Aunts Then the prince looked at Mrs. Coppert and she made a curtsey. The Bountiful Lady or, How Mary was changed from a very Miserable Little Girl to a very Happy One As for old Alison, she curtseyed and went on with her knitting. The Flamp, The Ameliorator, and The Schoolboy's Apprentice His mind being on this, the stately curtsey and 172 profuse smirks of Miss Sally were quite lost on him. The Continental Dragoon A Love Story of Philipse Manor-House in 1778 Mrs. Bumpkin curtseyed as to a superior power, whom she could not recognize as a benefactor. The Humourous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit As he entered the chapter room, simple and uncouth, and greeted the assembly with a sort of curtsey, the Prior, Canons, Treasurer, in fact, everybody began to laugh. Letters from my Windmill Oft came our neighbour’s old cat, With us an hour to spend; We made her curtseys and bows, And compliments without end. Rhymes Old and New : collected by M.E.S. Wright The dame made a curtsey, The dog made a bow, The dame said, "Your servant," The dog said, "Bow, wow." Traditional Nursery Songs of England With Pictures by Eminent Modern Artists "You look as if you had just stepped out of a picture frame, Kit Patten!" exclaimed Joy with a curtsey. The Merriweather Girls and the Mystery of the Queen's Fan She could curtsey with fine grace and dance the stately minuet; and her sprightly conversation was the amazement of those visitors who have recorded their impressions of Quebec. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France Then turning to the judge, and again dropping a curtsey, she raised her eyes timidly, modestly, to the judge, and said, "Please, sir, may I go to my baby?" The Broom-Squire Ogilvie did not know them, but the woman paused when she saw him, came forward, dropped a curtsey and said: “I beg your pardon, sir.” Daddy's Girl I swept him a curtsey, smiling to myself at the expression of his face, and before he could speak had disappeared within. Beyond the Frontier A Romance of Early Days in the Middle West This invitation produced a very deep curtsey and a flush of gratification, but the recipient turned to her lord before accepting it, to inquire his pleasure. The Benefactress In the open door waited another house-servant; a handsome young mulatto girl, who curtseyed respectfully and stared at her new mistress with hostile, curious eyes. Kildares of Storm She had dropped a curtsey, and said, "Thank you, gentlemen." The Broom-Squire The girl rose from her knees and came toward me, dropping a graceful curtsey that seemed to me fairly insulting, instead of a mark of respect. Mabel's Mistake He was on his feet, the map gripped in his hand, but made no effort to stop me, as I dropped him a curtsey, and retreated. Beyond the Frontier A Romance of Early Days in the Middle West Fräulein Kuhräuber, an ample person whose body, swathed in travelling cloaks, had blotted out the other little woman, looked frightened and apologetic, and made deep curtseys. The Benefactress Another step, a low curtsey, and I lifted myself up with dignity while he passed through the door. Phemie Frost's Experiences Just then one of the women from the next cottages came out and curtseyed to them. The Vast Abyss The Story of Tom Blount, his Uncles and his Cousin Sam Monsieur des Barres, looking back as he withdrew, saw a cold statue, with white eyelids lowered, making a deep curtsey to the General under her brother's stern eyes. Angelot A Story of the First Empire Mary observed the curtsey and reminded herself at the moment that Mrs. Toff had never curtseyed to her before. Is He Popenjoy? When she saw Anna, she got up and made a curtsey and beamed. The Benefactress Then I sunk down in a profound curtsey, wound myself up again into a royal position, and held out my right hand. Phemie Frost's Experiences On seeing this smile they both stopped short and dropped formal curtseys. The Fairchild Family She made a formal curtsey to each one separately, and smiled when Monsieur des Barres, the man of the world, bent gracefully to kiss her hand as if she had been a grown-up woman. Angelot A Story of the First Empire Miss Tallowax almost got out of her seat, as she curtseyed with her head and shoulders to this proposition. Is He Popenjoy? “Thank you kindly, sir,” she mocked him, curtseying. The Twins of Suffering Creek I stopped short and made him a curtsey to the ground—slow, graceful, and infinitely sarcastic. Phemie Frost's Experiences From that time, for a week or more, these smiles and these curtseys passed between the old lady and the twins twice every day regularly. The Fairchild Family He put his heels together and bowed; she swept him a curtsey. Angelot A Story of the First Empire Then Miss Tallowax turned round and again curtseyed with her head and shoulders. Is He Popenjoy? The black girl came out again from behind the curtain and received with a "Thank you, Monsieur!" and a curtsey the half eagle which dropped into her hand. Shoulder-Straps A Novel of New York and the Army, 1862 The b�u-boats, two by two, were moored to the harbor wharfs, dipping their masts on the swell as though curtseying to the people ashore, while their hulls went up and down in graceful undulation. Mayflower (Flor de mayo) A Tale of the Valencian Seashore You must rise and curtsey low when the company appears, and then sink quietly into your places.' The Fairchild Family All you have to do is to speak fairly to Father Vicente and curtsey to the Reverend Mother whenever you see her. The Spanish Jade She curtseyed and Lord George put out his hand. Is He Popenjoy? She curtseyed as she threw a cape over the girl's shoulder, and together they hurried out into the night. The Martian Cabal The effect was magical: all fell in line, ladies curtseyed, men bowed, when the Prince of Hampstead Heath entered. The Confessions of a Caricaturist, Vol. 1 They gladly obeyed the call, the maid went down to meet them, and the next minute they stood curtseying within the parlour-door. The Fairchild Family “Your Highness’s commands shall be obeyed,” said the little lady, making a low curtsey; and she and her company passed out through the window, which closed quietly behind them. Boys and Girls Bookshelf (Vol 2 of 17) Folk-Lore, Fables, And Fairy Tales "If you will honour us," she said, with a mock curtsey. Australia Revenged "We are sorry to have unwittingly interfered with your little arrangement," said Margaret, curtseying in mock apology. Cleo The Magnificent Or, the Muse of the Real She rose and curtseyed when she saw Mr. and Mrs. Carroll, for she was a well-trained country child, not yet contaminated by the modern 'Board-school manners.' The Carroll Girls "Margot rose, made a curtsey, as she had been taught, and said: "'Grandmother made it, madame.' The Fairchild Family “What will happen to me at the palace if I forget to say ‘your Majesty,’ and ought I to curtsey when I speak to you?” The Traitors There was no embarrassment except that of modesty as she curtseyed before him. Miss Grantley's Girls And the Stories She Told Them Chris's jaw dropped at the sight of the turbaned, hatted head, the flowers bobbing and swaying, the ostrich plumes blowing and curtseying with every slightest movement. Mr. Wicker's Window I hope we shall all be very happy and comfortable together," she curtseyed and said, "Yes, thank you, sir. The Carroll Girls "Very well, thank you, Miss," said Betty, with a low curtsey, as she bustled by with a bandbox. The Fairchild Family Bertha rose as she spoke, dropped a light mocking curtsey in Franks's direction, and let herself out of the room before he had time to realize that she was leaving. The Time of Roses There would be bobbing of heads and curtseying to us then, if you like. Robin Hood Suddenly the girl came to her feet and faced him with a curtsey. The Roof Tree I took it with a curtsey, and tried to say 'Good-bye,' but the words seemed to choke me, and I burst into tears. Forgotten Tales of Long Ago By the time Master and Miss Bennet had made their bow and curtsey, and were seated, Betty came in with the dinner, and Mrs. Howard called the children to table. The Fairchild Family She dropped a curtsey when she saw Florence, but Florence ran up and wrung her hand. The Time of Roses With a curtsey, after the fashion of Worms gentility, she withdrew. The Grey Woman and other Tales And, with a profound curtsey to Philip, and an angry glance at Lucy, she retreated from the field to renew her attack at a more convenient season. Penshurst Castle In the Days of Sir Philip Sidney Ranny's tension relaxed when Winny flung herself from side to side again and over, and lighted on her feet in the little curtseying posture, perfunctory and pathetic. The Combined Maze Mrs. Wibberley-Stimpson made a curtsey that might have been lower if she had had any practice—but all the curtseying previously had been done to herself. In Brief Authority The little girls still drop you a pretty old-fashioned curtsey when they greet you; just such a curtsey as Miss Austen's heroines must have made to their friends. Home Life in Germany |
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