| 单词 | discompose |
| 例句 | “I am glad I have done being in love with him. I should not like a man who is so soon discomposed by a hot morning. Harriet’s sweet easy temper will not mind it.” Emma 1815-12-23T00:00:00Z She saw how Romero avoided every brusque movement and saved his bulls for the last when he wanted them, not winded and discomposed but smoothly worn down. The Sun Also Rises 1926-10-22T00:00:00Z In watching his face, I made quite a firework of the Aged’s sausage, and greatly discomposed both my own attention and Wemmick’s; for which I apologised. Great Expectations 1861-08-01T00:00:00Z This did not seem to discompose him; on the contrary, he looked rather amused. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z The young man Sorve, not at all discomposed, led me on and brought me into the Inner Hearth to the Lord of Estre. The Left Hand of Darkness 1969-03-01T00:00:00Z Karkaroff, Harry saw, looked slightly discomposed to see them standing there. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z As the poison of jealousy moves through his blood, Leontes’s seething monologues are accompanied by eerie, high-pitched strains in Keith Clouston’s score that cannily evoke the warped perspective of a discomposed mind. | 'The Winter's Tale': The Cool Ferocity of a King Inflamed by Jealousy 2011-07-24T22:32:50Z Here, lines define the two figures while simultaneously discomposing and merging them. Jennifer Packer: Painting as an Exercise in Tenderness 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z Without the injured Albiston, who had failed to emerge after the half-time break, they were crucially discomposed when Sulley took a corner in the sixtieth minute. FA Cup third round, Barcelona v Granada and more: clockwatch – live! 2016-01-09T05:00:00Z I would fain find her--speak with her; but I am discomposed to-night. Agincourt The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX 2012-04-25T02:01:07.457Z Immense quantities of locusts were everywhere met with, making the ground yellow where they lay, and rising with a rustling noise, which was very discomposing to the horses at our approach. March to Magdala 2012-04-19T02:00:32.620Z I do not wish to discompose you, Madam," said Mr. Talton, coolly; "pray be seated. The Mysterious Wanderer, Vol. III A Novel in Three Volumes 2012-04-13T02:00:20.243Z Friday.—For middle-aged gentleman of long experience never saw man so discomposed as Jesse Collings was just now, when he let cat out of bag about future arrangements of the Unionists personal to himself. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, November 11, 1893 2012-04-12T02:00:28.173Z Without the injured Albiston, who had failed to emerge after the half-time break, they were crucially discomposed when Sulley took a corner in the sixtieth minute. FA Cup third round, Barcelona v Granada and more: clockwatch – live! 2016-01-09T05:00:00Z His face was embrowned by long exposure to the extremes of weather, while its expression had a rigidity that was scarcely ever discomposed. The Frontiersmen 2012-04-10T02:00:18.933Z Here then instead of anything to discompose us or to excite unbelief, we recognise one great law or principle on which God proceeds in making Himself known to men. The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Genesis 2012-04-08T02:00:21.793Z But the other was neither to be abashed nor discomposed; and his manners, which were those of a gentleman, softened down a good deal of the effrontery which his demeanour displayed. The Gipsy (Vols I & II) A Tale 2012-04-06T02:00:27.227Z The dining-room was dishevelled, discomposed; chairs piled on tables and brooms all about. The Literary Sense 2012-04-02T02:00:28.147Z Of course the failure did not discompose me, nor shake my belief. There is no Death 2012-03-22T02:00:39.257Z He was much discomposed, yet he made an attempt to assume an air of severity which did not sit well upon him at the moment. The New Rector 2012-03-22T02:00:35.997Z St Paul’s was one of those minds, so discomposing to superficial and merely practical thinkers, which cannot be content with half-way conclusions. The Expositor's Bible: Ephesians 2012-03-20T02:00:11.133Z The architect began by asking for the site, and seemed a little discomposed to discover this had still to be found. Kipps The Story of a Simple Soul 2012-03-18T02:00:19.567Z "I think you are over many men for one woman," she continued, setting her cap straight, and otherwise not a whit discomposed by the men's attitude. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z This cook was a notable character, never discomposed, but invariably self-possessed even in the most critical moments. True Tales of Arctic Heroism in the New World 2012-03-13T02:00:24.640Z "You can count him out," Captain Dove asserted, with a cold assurance which very much discomposed his more imaginative companion. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z My approach seemed to discompose them not a little. Mr. Marx's Secret 2012-03-02T03:00:10.327Z Suddenly a strange change took place in him, a complete revulsion of feeling; he ceased to tremble, his despair disappeared, and his face, so discomposed by the prolonged crisis, assumed an air of strange serenity. Roumanian Stories Translated from the Original Roumanian 2012-02-28T03:00:27.310Z The islanders gave Leha and his a cold welcome, but this did not discompose him. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z He was his usual calm, courteous self, seeming in no wise ruffled or discomposed by the events of the previous day. Out of a Labyrinth 2012-02-17T03:00:38.887Z And often, when her father was talking to her and she giving mechanical replies, suddenly her cheek would burn like fire, and the old man would wonder what he had said to discompose her. The Cloister and the Hearth A Tale of the Middle Ages 2012-02-17T03:00:30.347Z "The cloak!" he said hurriedly--the noise discomposed him. A Little Wizard 2012-02-15T03:00:38.160Z For the rest, he easily accommodated himself to his destiny; and discomposed himself no more about it, than if some bargain for a ton of malt had chanced to come to nothing. Translations from the German (Vol 3 of 3) Tales by Musaeus, Tieck, Richter 2012-02-08T03:00:20.643Z What is the matter, Sir George, you look discomposed? Next Door Neighbours A Comedy in Three Acts 2012-02-06T03:00:17.157Z "Your suspicions discompose me very much," and he came back for a candle. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z She had won her point; therefore she was in excellent spirits with all the world, and not even the spilling of some wine on her new silk served to discompose her. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z Her ladyship was still too discomposed to speak; she drew her breath in quick gasps; her colour still came fitfully and went. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z The Silky fowl is so called from its plumage, which is snowy white, being all discomposed and loose, and of a silky appearance, resembling spun glass. Poultry A Practical Guide to the Choice, Breeding, Rearing, and Management of all Descriptions of Fowls, Turkeys, Guinea-fowls, Ducks, and Geese, for Profit and Exhibition. 2012-01-19T03:00:19.390Z "I have had something more than fatigue to discompose me," answered I, sobbing; "and I think I have some reproaches to make you, for not attending me home as you promised." The Sylph, Volume I and II 2012-01-09T03:00:19.583Z It was he, however, who was the one to be discomposed. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z Far be it from me to willingly discompose an artist," replied Manasseh drily, "though from the elegance of the design, I venture to think my interruption will not make a hair's-breadth of difference. The King of Schnorrers Grotesques and Fantasies 2011-12-28T03:00:34.587Z But auntie was a little discomposed at the brusque mention of “fiddlesticks.” Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z It was a flustered, guilty, generally discomposed Henry Harper who was admitted by Mr. Ambrose's servant, whom he addressed as "Sir." The Sailor 2011-12-03T03:00:11.697Z The conduct of an husband can not discompose a Lady of sense. The Sylph, Volume I and II 2012-01-09T03:00:19.583Z “And what is the proper manner?” inquired Thyrza, who was growing more and more discomposed at every fresh detail. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z The delay had discomposed the Master as much as it had whetted the curiosity of the congregation. The King of Schnorrers Grotesques and Fantasies 2011-12-28T03:00:34.587Z But you cannot upset the punt any more than you can discompose the Englishman; the punt simply upsets you without seeming to be aware of it. An American at Oxford 2011-12-02T03:00:19.150Z "I would never make demands upon him that he should love me always," the girl proceeded, with a gentle solemnity that this kind of flippant witticism could not discompose. A Mere Chance, Vol. 2 of 3 A Novel 2011-11-24T03:00:45.597Z "You here, my dear?" exclaimed Mrs. Hardy, much discomposed by the circumstance. A Mere Chance, Vol. 1 of 3 A Novel 2011-11-24T03:00:44.097Z Even the Channel and the Bay, though they had been more than usually rough, had not discomposed him. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z He soon after went on shore with his men, evidently much discomposed. The Adventures of John Jewitt Only Survivor of the Crew of the Ship Boston During a Captivity of Nearly Three Years Among the Indians of Nootka Sound in Vancouver Island 2011-11-15T03:00:19.650Z It was so compact and well filled that it would roll across the table without being discomposed, though it contained eight little mice that were naked and blind. Natural History in Anecdote Illustrating the nature, habits, manners and customs of animals, birds, fishes, reptiles, etc., etc., etc. 2011-11-12T03:00:32.773Z I had one; like all things perfect in its kind, it was fleeting, and mine only lasted ten minutes, but these ten minutes have discomposed the rest of my life. The Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume II (of 2) 2011-11-10T03:00:10.110Z Sophia introduced them to the colonel, and they were now able to speak; but were still too much discomposed by their recent fright to be very fluent, or much at their ease. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z Don't be discomposed, however, for I don't say this by way of a sift, nor yet for a reproach; I merely drop it as a piece of advice.' The Wanderer (Volume 1 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:27.667Z An extraordinary change came over the recumbent man's fair face; it became livid, discomposed. The Red Cross Barge 2011-09-05T02:00:20.603Z It was not until he had reached his lodging, and sate by his own fire-side, that he felt sufficiently reassured to rearrange and reconsider in his own mind the occurrences which had so discomposed him. In a Glass Darkly, v. 1/3 2011-08-25T02:00:34.247Z There is another kind of disturbance which shows itself also in the first year, and has a certain analogy to the discomposing effect of sound. Children's Ways 2011-08-11T02:00:16.473Z The vehemence with which I put this question seemed to discompose my attendant. The Devil's Elixir Vol. II (of 2) 2011-08-09T02:00:28.197Z I do not find myself as much discomposed by the task as I expected, considering I have had so little to do with children. Memoir of Mary L. Ware, Wife of Henry Ware, Jr. 2011-08-02T02:00:25.157Z I repeated more earnestly 'I see nothing that can have discomposed you to such a degree.' Gabriel A Story of the Jews in Prague 2011-07-27T02:00:26.233Z “This is he—I mean, my love, this is most discomposing.” Throckmorton 2011-07-25T02:00:15.900Z When the family assembled at dinner, and Mrs. Mowbray perceived the place of her son vacant, she changed colour, and appeared discomposed and absent during the whole time she remained at table. The Vicar of Wrexhill 2011-07-13T02:00:20.177Z A stranger might well overlook them, but, when turned suddenly in anger or surprise, a steady searching light commenced to glow in them which was discomposing, if not alarming. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z The king turned away with a look of contempt, but seemed discomposed by the parting words of the robber-chief. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z It is, and looks, German, and is of an extravagant nature that would utterly discompose an English herald. The Dover Road Annals of an Ancient Turnpike 2011-07-04T02:00:17.130Z Neither the handsome Judith nor little Jacqueline were at all discomposed by this elderly love-making, to which they were perfectly accustomed. Throckmorton 2011-07-25T02:00:15.900Z Harassed, vexed, fatigued, and flurried, Shaken, discomposed, and worried, As in motors we are hurried Wildly to and fro, We perchance shall not disparage Horse-drawn omnibus or carriage! The Motley Muse (Rhymes for the Times) 2011-06-29T02:00:30.303Z This whole adventure in the village, especially the disgusting and strange words of the mad-woman, had not a little discomposed me. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z Wilhelm's thoughts soon turned to his own predicament, and he felt himself extremely discomposed. Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-22T02:00:23.137Z She gave another jump, a louder crow, and lighted on her feet, in no way discomposed by her impromptu leap. Wives and Widows; or The Broken Life 2011-06-12T02:00:07.963Z Not at all discomposed by this familiar announcement, the man closed and barred the door, and then approached the woman, who was taking from her pocket a crumpled newspaper. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z Her beautiful eyes were startled and embarrassed, her scarlet lips parted and paling rapidly, her whole figure and manner agitated and discomposed. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z Oh," says Poole with a great laugh, "don't let that discompose you. A Day with Samuel Taylor Coleridge 2011-06-08T02:00:18.910Z A second glance at his countenance informed her that his mind was somewhat discomposed. Ormond, Volume III (of 3) or, The Secret Witness 2011-06-02T02:00:21.807Z The clergyman looked surprised at seeing Roland there, though not by any means discomposed by his recollection of the previous meeting. Roland Graeme: Knight A Novel of Our Time 2011-05-30T02:00:12.077Z Angelina waved a large red fan nervously, but otherwise did not appear discomposed. Brenda's Ward A Sequel to 'Amy in Acadia' 2011-05-20T02:00:37.457Z But I was not going to be discomposed by such a trifle, and I parsed as if nothing had occurred. Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z Cecilia's companions at length recollected that, though she had embroidered a tulip and painted a peach better than they, yet that they could play as well, and keep their tempers better; for she was discomposed. The Parent's Assistant Stories for Children 2011-05-18T02:00:12.733Z Cris stared after her in blank dismay, wondering what the words meant, yet sufficiently discomposed to give up his own will for once, and remain quiet, as she had suggested. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z "It is so, in truth," said Sancho, "since the noise of the hammers of a fulling-mill were sufficient to disturb and discompose the heart of so valorous a knight as your worship." The History of Don Quixote de la Mancha 2011-05-01T02:00:10.977Z Dr. Heriot's tone had slightly discomposed her; instinctively she felt that he failed to recognise in her some given description, and that a brief embarrassment was the result. Heriot's Choice A Tale 2011-04-20T02:00:22.760Z What have ye seen to discompose ye thus? Joan of Arc A Play in Five Acts 2011-04-14T02:00:57.593Z She pushed back his curls from his blushing face; but the cloister-pupil's metrical powers were not discomposed even by the kiss of a Duchess. Ekkehard. Vol. II (of II). A Tale of the Tenth Century 2011-04-14T02:00:45.217Z This unusual appearance, and the shouts of the Clodian faction, which the military could not restrain, so discomposed the orator, that he fell short of his usual excellence. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z And now, let us leave honest Sancho here for a while for his master, who requires our attendance, Altisidora's serenade having strangely discomposed his mind. The History of Don Quixote de la Mancha 2011-05-01T02:00:10.977Z Mr. Sabin’s face did not darken, nor did he seem in any way angry or discomposed. Mysterious Mr. Sabin 2011-03-24T02:00:10.087Z Bosh!" said my brother politely—he was certainly rather discomposed—"we are talking at cross-purposes. Uncanny Tales 2011-03-22T02:00:16.307Z At the end of dinner the stranger said, 'Perhaps, sir, you are not aware that you have been dining with a notorious highwayman?'—'No, indeed,' said my great-uncle, not the least discomposed. Story of My Life, volumes 1-3 2011-03-20T02:00:26.607Z Indeed, I believe that I was less discomposed by it than either of the others. The Secret of the Sands The "Water Lily" and her Crew 2011-03-10T03:00:43.810Z After satisfying himself as to the identity of the man just deceased, he resumed his conversation with the governor, as if nothing had happened which was calculated in the least to discompose him. The Strange Story of Harper's Ferry With Legends of the Surrounding Country 2011-03-04T03:00:59.137Z Whilst awaiting the hour of her rendezvous with the Prince, Delia, pensive and agitated, was walking in the park, when she came suddenly upon Florival, who seemed as much discomposed as herself. Tales from Blackwood Volume 4 2011-03-04T03:00:58.347Z This direct personal appeal rather discomposed me, and I didn't know what to say. Betty Grier 2011-02-24T03:01:04.507Z It was a subject that discomposed Mr. Hinchford—that kept him restless and disturbed. Mattie:?A Stray (Vol 1 of 3) 2011-02-17T03:00:17.787Z And indeed, the grandmother seemed much discomposed by the raccoon’s suggestion. The Joyous Story of Toto 2011-02-16T03:00:35.520Z Much was I discomposed and shocked to find myself an intruder under such circumstances! Sketches in Canada, and rambles among the red men 2011-02-10T03:00:51.280Z In his hand he held papers, whose perusal it apparently was that had thus discomposed him. Tales from Blackwood Volume 4 2011-03-04T03:00:58.347Z The abrupt question seemed neither to surprise nor to discompose the butler; yet he hesitated before finally answering: "I—I don't quite know, my lord." Who? 2011-02-09T03:00:47.380Z But at length succeeding so that whenever it glanced towards his face it met his steady, stern, and penetrative gaze, an effect, in the discomposed expression of the creature, became soon observable. Memorials of the Sea My Father: Being Records of the Adventurous Life of the Late William Scoresby, Esq. of Whitby 2011-02-07T03:00:26.033Z No one goes with any exaggerated expectations of enjoyment; but as little does he anticipate anything to discompose or displease him. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. I (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:16.820Z "Let us hear it," cried the old steward, whose face was becoming discomposed with anger. The Count of Nideck adapted from the French of Erckmann-Chartrian 2011-01-20T03:00:07.967Z The woodsman’s keen scenting of the trail discomposed the Honorable Pulaski for a moment. King Spruce, A Novel 2011-01-15T03:00:34.400Z Alex, scarlet, and most visibly discomposed, returned to the group round the library table. Consequences 2011-01-14T03:00:53.047Z And he looked at him in such a way, that Martinon, much discomposed, was, at first, unable to see the joke. Sentimental Education Vol 1 2011-01-04T03:01:07.467Z Well, he appeared considerably discomposed when he met you. Englefield Grange or Mary Armstrong's Troubles 2011-01-01T03:00:27.980Z Whatever her communication was, the man was much discomposed by it. The Wayfarers 2010-12-30T03:00:22.387Z Taught by former experience, I was not to be discomposed now. Romantic Spain A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. I) 2010-12-27T03:00:17.990Z In this frame of mind I retired to rest—the idea of anything supernatural never entering my mind, and no shade of fear discomposing my thoughts. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 8 The presence of Frederick did not discompose him. Sentimental Education Vol 1 2011-01-04T03:01:07.467Z They made no reply, but seemed a good deal discomposed. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 5 Cynthia might be angry and I extremely discomposed, but Mr. Fielding still pressed his jest. The Wayfarers 2010-12-30T03:00:22.387Z Something has discomposed him, for his cheeks purple. Romantic Spain A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. I) 2010-12-27T03:00:17.990Z Driven thus to bay, the young girl once more turned and faced her pursuer with a look so firm and piercing, that he grew discomposed, and the words he uttered were unconnected and stammering. By Birth a Lady I long to know how you fare, and whether you are often discomposed with alarms. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams Admittance!" roared out Willie, evidently a good deal discomposed by the communication—"on no account admit him, laird. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 5 "Se�or," said the page, discomposed at the heated manner of his patron, "the Moorish maiden was called Leila." Calavar or The Knight of The Conquest, A Romance of Mexico Nothing discomposed her more than his bursts of admiration over the setting sun, when he was with her of an evening. Four Phases of Love "But other people will," Quorn objected, clearly discomposed by the idea. A Poached Peerage He was a little discomposed at first—seeing the entire brotherhood he immediately jumped to the conclusion that they were about to settle in Rome. Brother Francis Less than the least On perceiving this strange agitation, the Dean wished again to hear what it was that so discomposed her. Pictures of German Life in the XVth XVIth and XVIIth Centuries, Vol. I. And without waiting for me to comply with her invitation, she threw her arms about me and discomposed me sadly enough with an unexpected outburst of weeping. The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec This, ’tis thought, so much discomposed Sir Isaac as to hasten his end. Springtime and Other Essays Small changes in the household arrangements were likely to discompose him. The Preliminaries And Other Stories In reply to the fourth, the pots were not discomposed, nor the window broke, except one pane; and it does not appear that even that pane might not have been broke before. The Affecting Case of the Unfortunate Thomas Daniels Whenever, Elizabetha, you feel yourself in the least degree discomposed or out of temper, utter no word till you have mentally counted the magic number seven. Carrots: Just a Little Boy During its progress, it was noticed, even by the servants, that their master seemed unusually discomposed, and that his countenance wore an expression of ghastly paleness. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. Warley fired after it, but his nerves were discomposed, and the light was so bad that he could hardly have hoped to hit. Hair-Breadth Escapes The Adventures of Three Boys in South Africa From her apartment she was attended by several of the principal gentlemen of the neighborhood, who had come to protect her from the approach of any thing that might discompose her. Lives of Celebrated Women Rather amused than discomposed by this reception, Sidney bethought himself of another letter he possessed, to a Persian merchant named Ibrahim, and called by Turks Sishman. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 62, No. 383, September 1847 His complexion may trouble the physiologists; but is not likely to discompose the poetical reader under the tuition of Christopher North. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 355, May 1845 After this discomposing harangue the assembly breaks up in some confusion. A Short History of French Literature No, not ill, Sir," faltered Kate; "but you see me much discomposed. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 98, December, 1865 He was neither surprised, nor mortified, nor even discomposed. Trevethlan: Volume 1 A Cornish Story. Mr. Fogg did not appear any more discomposed than if he had only got out of bed. Round the World in Eighty Days Oh, come—we must be calm; it will never do to discompose ourselves. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 355, May 1845 This last view is not popular, and when brought home to the invader has proved at times extremely discomposing. Where the Pavement Ends She was discomposed by the prospect of obesity, the more so as Dorothea’s excessive thinness would seem to confirm the assertion that the climate was extreme in its effects. An Unknown Lover He went home thoughtful and discomposed, because this drunkard glowered at him so. International Short Stories English Then the Queen, not in the least discomposed, looking straight at him, asked if that was one of the questions or demands with which he had been charged by the Florentines. Legends of Florence Collected from the People, First Series When I had extinguished my candle this one bright patch in the midst of the general gloom had certainly an eerie and discomposing aspect. The Great Keinplatz Experiment and Other Tales of Twilight and the Unseen For the first time, the former appeared discomposed. Jacob's Ladder The men-at-arms, encumbered with their unwieldy lances, were drawn up in line, and required an open plain to manœuvre to advantage, being easily discomposed by obstacles; and once broken, they could hardly rally. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 No ways discomposed, the young don raised a pistol. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 353, March 1845 Peculiarity discomposes them; the swift current of life disturbs their points of view, and prevents them from understanding and appreciating such men. The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol 2 of 3) It may be he is right: it is not for me to gainsay him, or to further discompose his temper, when all the evidence is so plainly visible. Seeds of Pine One of them observing the Admiral softened into tears upon the occasion, said to him, “Pray, Sir, don’t suffer yourself to be discomposed.” A Letter to a Gentleman in the Country, from His Friend in London Giving an Authentick and Circumstantial Account of the Confinement, Behaviour, and Death of Admiral Byng, as Attested by the Gentlemen Who Were Present “Not thine, but in obedience to God, have I returned to bear this man company whom thou dost afflict,” says the minister, nowise discomposed, and not disdaining to argue matters clearly with the devil. Witch Stories It was unusual for her and it was discomposing. The Vision of Elijah Berl But the dwarf was not to be discomposed by this. Tales from the German Comprising specimens from the most celebrated authors She took his hand in hers and kissed it—a movement which discomposed him exceedingly. A Life Sentence A Novel He replied, “I have not a heart of stone; I am a man, and must feel at parting with my friends; but you will not see me discomposed to-morrow.” A Letter to a Gentleman in the Country, from His Friend in London Giving an Authentick and Circumstantial Account of the Confinement, Behaviour, and Death of Admiral Byng, as Attested by the Gentlemen Who Were Present Deck lights were painted over and obscured, funnel and masts were allowed to grey to neutral tints, the brown ash that discomposes fine paint at sea was looked upon with a new and friendly eye. Merchantmen-at-arms : the British merchants' service in the war No farther attempt was made to enlighten us; nor were the peaceful seniors in the least discomposed at the unsuccessful result of the inquiries that possibly were uttered in the speech of the old man. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847 She was much discomposed by the ship's unsteadiness. Strangers and Wayfarers Ludwig was considerably discomposed on the whole by Victorine's passion for him, with its tendency to flame out into jealousy without any rational cause. The Serapion Brethren. Vol. II She put the letter quietly in her pocket, and for a moment seemed too discomposed to answer. The Pearl of Orr's Island A Story of the Coast of Maine There is nothing quite so discomposing as the scornful rejection of proffers of self-seeking philanthropy. The Blue Goose He saw nothing at first, and was therefore not much discomposed at it, but spurred his horse to go forward. Apparitions; or, The Mystery of Ghosts, Hobgoblins, and Haunted Houses Developed Of these some already have been touched by that breath of life which, blowing from Paris, has revolutionized painting without much discomposing the placid shallows of British culture. Pot-Boilers They walked away; and Rosa, turning suddenly round, and observing probably that I looked vexed and discomposed, asked me if I should like to see my room. Ellen Middleton—A Tale You may answer, perhaps, that you did not like to make a fuss, or seem squeamish, or discompose the company; and so, from timidity, you said ‘the thing that was not.’ Talkers With Illustrations Regular or irregular hours for meals were passed over with the same discomposing smiles. The Blue Goose She was not very much discomposed now, but she did not want to encourage his attention. Brooke's Daughter A Novel The mass of food cooked for the important day required so much extra labour, as sorely to discompose the Irish damsel who acted under Linda's directions. Cedar Creek From the Shanty to the Settlement Scratching the head with a single finger was, it seems, done by the critically nice youths in Rome, that they might not discompose the economy of their hair. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 The next day he arrived, his features discomposed, and in a state of great mental excitement. Ivory Apes and Peacocks A shock had slightly discomposed her, but it was not a shock of sorrow for the death of Madame Gala. Coquette "Take time, Mr. Jones," said Mr. Subtle, kindly, fearful of ruffling or discomposing an important witness. Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. Williams, the butler, was still more profoundly discomposed. Sir Tom Ludlow suspects that Cromwell was “so discomposed in body or mind, that he could not attend to that matter; and whether he named any one is to me uncertain.” Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 I was but a moderately good player, and discomposed besides, so I held out scarce an hour against the long-nosed gentleman, who was evidently of great skill. The Bright Face of Danger Being an Account of Some Adventures of Henri de Launay, Son of the Sieur de la Tournoire Then Sally, rather breathless, but not at all discomposed, pulled herself away. Coquette The gentleman, however, did not appear at all surprised, or discomposed. Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. His whole frame appeared discomposed; his tone of affected suavity became hard and imperious; and he called to an attendant to open the door, with a peevishness seldom exhibited even by the most irritable. Books and Authors Curious Facts and Characteristic Sketches It would probably have greatly discomposed these “chapter and verse” men to have informed them that the Scriptures had neither chapter nor verse! Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 The unfortunate hero was equally discomposed at the unmannerly exultation of his attendants, and at his own ticklish situation. The History of Sandford and Merton Only Maria looked gloomy, Matilda thought; even a little discomposed at so much pleasure coming to her little sister and missing her. Opportunities Matilda was extremely astonished and somewhat discomposed; but the evident kindness excused the freedom, and on the whole she found nothing to object. What She Could Gregory sat disposed of and a good deal discomposed, the more so since he had to own that he had opened himself to the rebuff. Tante Dunning, on rising to cross-examine her, first made her take off her bonnet, that they might have a good view of her face, but this did not discompose her, as she knew she was good-looking. Law and Laughter "But you must not," interposed Don Lope, "suffer yourselves to be discomposed on account of our friend Ure�a, for I am happy to say he was considerably better when I left him." Gómez Arias Or, The Moors of the Alpujarras, A Spanish Historical Romance. Smith had no headache, but only wanted to speak to the doctor about his lodgers, whose "ways" were sadly discomposing to himself and his wife. The Doctor's Family He succeeded very well in pretending that he had been thoroughly accustomed all his life to the spectacle of women smoking—that, indeed, he was rather discomposed than otherwise when they did not smoke. A Great Man A Frolic Her dress was slightly discomposed at her feet, revealing a considerable portion of her magnificently formed limbs. The Life and Amours of the Beautiful, Gay and Dashing Kate Percival The Belle of the Delaware Lenyard's grave face was not in the least discomposed by the Cossack passion of the woman. Melomaniacs More, nothing discomposed, replied, that if it were still to do, he would give the same decision. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 3, August, 1850. She was not much discomposed, evidently, by that sudden assertion of will—possibly Nettie was used to it—but she looked curious and roused, and rather eager to know what was it now? The Doctor's Family So far so good; but unhappily, not being accustomed to the habits of children of nature, this sudden introduction to the true mode of life discomposed our learned doctors in no small degree. Funny Big Socks Being the Fifth Book of the Series It was a little discomposing on account of there being so little time to get your breath in. The Very Small Person What is there that can discompose such gravity and constancy? The Academic Questions, Treatise De Finibus, and Tusculan Disputations, of M.T. Cicero, With a Sketch of the Greek Philosophers Mentioned by Cicero Benumbed with cold, and discomposed by the sudden firing of the whites, he could not render his Irish dialect intelligible to them. Chronicles of Border Warfare or, a History of the Settlement by the Whites, of North-Western Virginia, and of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the State Was it by prophetic instinct that the little colonial girl, whose first appearance so discomposed the doctor, had assumed that place? The Doctor's Family Your unexpected appearance, and the unaccountable circumstance which attends it, have discomposed me in such a manner, that I cannot express, as I wish, how happy I am in your safe arrival. The Politician Out-Witted He was taken aback, and do what he could the Colonel's grave eyes discomposed him. The Wild Geese The late possessor, however, of all that worldly wealth did not appear to be at all discomposed, or to cherish the faintest pang of regret at his loss. Captain Brand of the "Centipede" A Pirate of Eminence in the West Indies: His Love and Exploits, Together with Some Account of the Singular Manner by Which He Departed This Life A hostess is discomposed by the tardiness of guests, a speaker disconcerted by a failure of memory. English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions No wonder her little talk died away, and she stammered in her replies, and then blushed and felt discomposed. Wee Wifie They could then concentrate their minds upon their art free from those hundred-and-one discomposing and disconcerting influences which are the concomitants of modern civilisation. The Empire of the East If they had been left even for ten minutes alone, who could have answered that one or the other would not have cried, and discomposed the bouquet and the veil? The Marriage of Elinor In one tent we found a dandy-hen sitting; she had been so p. 226occupied one week, and the presence of the children and adults, who shared her straw bed, in no way discomposed her. Gipsy Life being an account of our Gipsies and their children, with suggestions for their improvement Sam was not quite sure that his ears had reported correctly, but the doubt and the new idea were enough to discompose him thoroughly. Say and Seal, Volume II Crystal saw that Fern looked discomposed, but she took no notice. Wee Wifie He walked away, wondering at himself for being so discomposed, and pondering with sufficient distinctness one or two questions which stood out from the discomposure. Nobody I knew my way about the yacht by that time, and was not discomposed by the situation. Hurricane Island What was there in this to discompose and upset her, to make her breath catch and her nerves thrill? Somehow Good You are discomposed to see us, Mr. Greatson," he said, "me and my friends. The Master Mummer He could not bear that anything in the world, even her father's danger, should discompose the sweet, good order of the place where Lucy's image dwelt. The Perpetual Curate And she stood gazing at the master with a look so entreating as slightly to discompose him. The Orphans of Glen Elder It was evident that these words startled and discomposed the mother. One Snowy Night Long ago at Oxford The fare, who seems very little discomposed, speaks through the little trap to his Jehu. Somehow Good Tied in a bag, going she knew not whither, thrown in a carriage like so much carrion, in these indignities she only wept in silence, for her lord, the man, must not be discomposed. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton He had seen that worthy woman's discomposed looks, and felt that she did not shake her head for nothing. The Perpetual Curate But," Mrs. Delancy objected, much discomposed by this tirade against matrimony as she knew it, "you're upsetting all the holy things. Making People Happy It was discomposing to find the key of the real door standing, ready for turning, in the lock. The Doomsman "That brings you to a standstill, doesn't it?" said Ad�le, sipping her absinthe, her face lighted up with joy at sight of Germinie's discomposed features. Germinie Lacerteux The humors and distempers of the body likewise deprave, disorder, and discompose the soul. Christianity and Greek Philosophy or, the relation between spontaneous and reflective thought in Greece and the positive teaching of Christ and His Apostles While it was being read, Jack Wentworth, who was not easily discomposed, grew red and restless. The Perpetual Curate But," said the Prefect, a little discomposed, "I am perfectly willing to take advice and to pay for it. Masterpieces of Mystery In Four Volumes Detective Stories I, however, kept my own counsel, and as I did not appear much discomposed by the recital of so many miseries, they considered me a complete Johnny Newcome just caught. A Sailor of King George He decided at last that he was annoyed to find that the casual mention of Holroyd's name should still have power to discompose him—that was a weakness which he must set himself to overcome. The Giant's Robe Ah! my dear pupil, you are discomposed, it appears to me! The Conspirators The Chevalier d'Harmental She saw he was discomposed, and therefore, with a feminine instinct, found more to say than usual before she made her peaceful way to bed. The Perpetual Curate "Mebbe so," answered the old man, not appearing at all discomposed by the rude tone of his niece's husband. The Tin Box and What it Contained The king himself seemed not at all discomposed that another should marry the beautiful maiden whom he had professed so ardently to love. Louis XIV. Makers of History Series This was all in the game, both for an Academician and for an Archbishop, and it probably did not discompose the novelist much. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 Then they noticed Malezieux, who appeared to be looking for them: they went to him, and by his discomposed face they judged that the information which he had to bring was not comforting. The Conspirators The Chevalier d'Harmental Echoes and images of the abandoned City discompose my arcadisings: I hear, in the babbling of brooks, the delicious sound of London gossip, and newsboys' voices in the cries of birds. More Trivia It was natural, therefore, that each should look startled and discomposed. The Tin Box and What it Contained The supple, handsome Lal Moon was standing beside his master as usual, and close behind the favourite I saw my kinsman, with a countenance somewhat discomposed. Athelstane Ford The vicar's wife, still slightly discomposed, launched out into some parochial matter she had wished to mention to him. Uncanny Tales He just shot out one hand and wagged it in grotesque greeting, not in the least discomposed. The Convert My Prince," answered Ahaback, "let not such a trifle discompose you. Eastern Tales by Many Story Tellers Black Shand and Jack were genuinely discomposed at the sight of her tears. The Huntress Poor Honora was seriously discomposed at having nothing to show there. Hopes and Fears or, scenes from the life of a spinster She would rather that Anne had betrayed herself by some rude speech, or at least by a discomposed manner. A Coin of Edward VII A Detective Story ‘Why, it’s little Raphael!’ she said, laughing the words into the yellow beard of the sea-thief who clipped her, and again she nodded at me, in no ways discomposed by the strangeness of her position. Marjorie Dallas himself was not at all discomposed as he recognized his visitor and asked him in, offering a hand which Noel managed to touch. A Beautiful Alien A Scotch lady, who was discomposed by the introduction of gas, asked with much earnestness, "What's to become o' the puir whales?' deeming their interests materially affected by this superseding of their oil." Heads and Tales : or, Anecdotes and Stories of Quadrupeds and Other Beasts, Chiefly Connected with Incidents in the Histories of More or Less Distinguished Men. Lucilla assented, and the lady, a little discomposed, asked a few questions, furtively surveying her all the time, seemed confused, then begged her to take some luncheon. Hopes and Fears or, scenes from the life of a spinster "Though his tongue usually hesitated, yet it was very free at this time, for he was never discomposed in mind," writes Warwick. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 Naturally, they were all greatly discomposed at my statement of the imminence of our danger, but never for a moment did they flinch. The First Mate The Story of a Strange Cruise It was a very fortunate thing for Dolly that she was not easily discomposed. Vagabondia 1884 She was surprised, of course, and incredulous, but she made no remarks, and seemed not at all discomposed at the danger menacing Doctor Heath. The Diamond Coterie The choice of style was easy enough—something Grecian and artistic—but the material discomposed her. The Mystery of a Turkish Bath Sorely discomposed with the infliction of this vile contumely, Anthony was forced to descend. Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 Stephen Ray, somewhat discomposed, did examine his visitor closely. The Young Bank Messenger Why had this unfortunate Mr Z——, and his still more unfortunate book, turned up to discompose the pleasant vision? Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 55, No. 343, May 1844 My desire to please you, the brief time that I am permitted with you, and my eagerness to profit by it, all trouble, embarrass, intimidate me and discompose me. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 11 “How could a snake get there?” said Harry, looking rather discomposed. Hollowdell Grange Holiday Hours in a Country Home "Sorry," he said, apparently not at all discomposed, and continued his wild career. The Arbiter A Novel When Mayo did face the skipper, the latter was discomposed in his turn, for Mayo showed his even teeth in a cordial smile. Blow The Man Down A Romance Of The Coast - 1916 "I presume Madeleine will be here presently, to account for herself," remarked the countess, not apparently discomposed. Fairy Fingers A Novel I heard her murmur; but her serenity was no wise discomposed by my refusal, or her sickness. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 2 No 4, October, 1862 Devoted To Literature And National Policy Nothing can discompose it within, or hinder it to live peaceably with others. The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning He entered Hope’s house, to learn the particulars of the outrage, and order off the prisoner into confinement elsewhere, his ideas being too extensively discomposed to admit of any more sermon-writing this night. Deerbrook “Yes,” said Dunn, in no way discomposed by the man’s laughter; “two killed.” Dead Man's Land Being the Voyage to Zimbambangwe of certain and uncertain blacks and whites The young girl was so much discomposed that she stood motionless, aghast, expecting some terrible outburst from her aunt. Fairy Fingers A Novel I have long ago forgotten and forgiven our foolish dispute in the meadow; let not the recollection of such trifles discompose thy mind in an hour like this. The Little Quaker or, the Triumph of Virtue. A Tale for the Instruction of Youth “Well, Mr. Hosmer,” said Th�r�se plainly discomposed, “you must concede you decided it was the right thing to do.” At Fault You have done everything that was right; so we will not discompose ourselves because another has done a wrong which you can partly repair.” Deerbrook The cabin door opened discreetly and Powell, incarnation of decorous punctualities even amid existing tumultuously discomposing circumstances, entered. The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance The temptation to discompose Miss Peggy was too strong to be resisted. About Peggy Saville Hazel felt extremely shy and discomposed at the course things had taken. The Gold of Chickaree Gentlemen," said Ranulph, "do not let my unexpected arrival here discompose you. Rookwood She was discomposed, and her replies to what was said were brief, and not much to the purpose. Deerbrook As it was not considered absolutely necessary to take them into full confidence, they neither expected the girl to be specially cheerful nor were they discomposed unduly by the indescribable quality of her glances. Chance A Tale in Two Parts I could make nothing of her, so I left the tent considerably discomposed, as you may guess. The Bishop's Secret “What a lot of trouble I am taking!” he said, laughing lightly, though at the same time he felt discomposed. In the King's Name The Cruise of the "Kestrel" Nothing discomposed at the churchman's displeasure, Jack greeted Titus cordially, and carelessly saluting Mr. Coates, threw himself into a chair. Rookwood Nor are you fit just now to speak of these serious things: you are discomposed—” “One would think you were echoing Miss Miskin, Margaret,—‘You are warm, ma’am.’ Deerbrook They were a little discomposed, but said, for the most part, that they were weary of the war and glad to be in custody. Campaigns of a Non-Combatant, and His Romaunt Abroad During the War The wound, the shock, and the loss of my weapon, had discomposed me in the manage of my horse, and it was some time before I could gain the bridle to turn him. The Scalp Hunters The lady was much discomposed and disturbed, and related the circumstance to her husband. Journal of Jasper Danckaerts, 1679-1680 “Yase, it vas me,” said Jan Steenbock, at once turning round and confronting the other, not in the least discomposed by his sudden appearance, and speaking in his usual slow, deliberate way. The Island Treasure Not a hurried or discomposing one, for the grey horses, knowing that there was plenty of time before them, never changed their pace from a stately walk the whole way. Black, White and Gray A Story of Three Homes They were a little discomposed at his appearance, and edged off suspiciously. Campaigns of a Non-Combatant, and His Romaunt Abroad During the War They did not seem in the least discomposed, but gazed on us with great gravity. Yr Ynys Unyg The Lonely Island So much ill luck would have discomposed any other woman. The Broken Cup It was then, and then only, that poor Bridget became discomposed. Orley Farm Startled and greatly discomposed, she drew back, hastily thrusting her hand behind her. The Bronze Hand 1897 When the storm had somewhat spent its violence, and comparative silence had been restored, Beza, in no wise discomposed by the uproar, resumed his interrupted discourse. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 What was extraordinary was its discomposing effect upon her on this particular afternoon. A Love Story Reversed 1898 He touched his cap to the discomposing stranger and marched up to the big house on the ledges; he was not approaching with alacrity what was ahead of him. Joan of Arc of the North Woods I saw it discomposed him extremely, and he agreed that it would be necessary for me to see Lord Liverpool and talk the matter over with him before it goes any further. Memoirs of the Court of George IV. 1820-1830 (Vol 1) From the Original Family Documents The surprise and terror of the poor gentleman is apparent in every limb, as far as is consistent with the fear of discomposing his dress. The Works of William Hogarth: In a Series of Engravings With Descriptions, and a Comment on Their Moral Tendency This, however, in no wise discomposed her, but turning her head round, she continued to pray and exhort the people. Fox's Book of Martyrs Or A History of the Lives, Sufferings, and Triumphant Deaths of the Primitive Protestant Martyrs Judith was not at all discomposed by her light-minded raillery. Miss Pat at Artemis Lodge The man looked more discomposed than ever, but he said for the third time: "Not at home, sir." In Direst Peril Then all the colour had receded from her round face; it became discomposed, covered with red streaks. Good Old Anna He was somewhat discomposed, because his sister had not risen in time to set his palette, and get all things ready in his painting-room at home. Olive A Novel "Is it Lady Elmwood's writing?" asked Lord Elmwood, extremely discomposed. A Simple Story I continued still sadly discomposed, when the coach stopped before the old tavern. Peter Schlemihl I had an impression that Iffield wouldn't, but I didn't communicate it, for I wanted to pacify my friend, whom I had discomposed too much for the purposes of my sitting. Embarrassments One wonders whether M. Clemenceau might not have been somewhat less discomposed on the subject had he been at the head of affairs. Experiences of a Dug-out, 1914-1918 But the old beams creaked under him in the weak places; and Barton, seeing how much he discomposed Maitland, sat down again, and steadied his nerves with a glass of the famous St. Gatien's port. The Mark Of Cain She is the further discomposed in that she becomes aware presently that Tommy sees through her perfectly. April's Lady A Novel He singed his clothes, and burnt his hands, lost his hat in the excitement and turmoil, and sadly discomposed his powdered ringlets. Rattlin the Reefer The old lady, perceiving me discomposed, inquired into the cause, which I directly imputed to the symptoms of an ague that I told her I had felt upon me best part of the morning. Life And Adventures Of Peter Wilkins, Vol. I. (of II.) Yet there was no earthquake on the occasion, and Orizaba was not discomposed at witnessing such a shocking act of impiety. Mexico and its Religion With Incidents of Travel in That Country During Parts of the Years 1851-52-53-54, and Historical Notices of Events Connected With Places Visited The incident did not seem to discompose the Chinese, who disposed of the next prisoner. Blue Jackets The Log of the Teaser Therefore, the belief of its being an emissary from his red-skinned confederate somewhat discomposes him. The Lone Ranche Who do you want her to give it to?” queried Pixie, with the wide-eyed stare which always made Miss Munns feel so hot and discomposed. More about Pixie I am,”—for once in her life Mollie had the grace to blush, and looked a trifle discomposed—“I’m Mollie Farrell.” The Fortunes of the Farrells “Then what is the use of studying them any more?” inquired Ella, aptly enough; but Rhoda was not a whit discomposed. Tom and Some Other Girls A Public School Story Claire stared, puzzled and discomposed, decidedly on the offensive; but Miss Bates refused a definite answer. The Independence of Claire Perhaps discomposed by the reproaches of reactionary friends abroad, Lord Aberdeen thought he had some reason to complain of the publication. The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, Vol. 1 (of 3) 1809-1859 This we fortunately accomplished without seriously discomposing our patient, and the surgeon then administered a soothing draught, the effect of which was to put the sufferer to sleep in a few minutes. A Middy in Command A Tale of the Slave Squadron It was so compact and well filled, that it would roll across the table without being discomposed, though it contained eight little mice that were naked and blind. The Natural History of Selborne, Vol. 1 The process of putting on paper the sentiments that seethed in my soul was really very discomposing. The Promised Land The loud shout of joy which burst from her, and her cry "A star! a star!" so discomposed Sakechak, that he forget what he was about, and threw down the lumps, unrubbed or uncrumbled. Traditions of the North American Indians, Vol. 2 One of these was Dot, too flushed and discomposed to adapt herself to any small occurrence of the moment; the other, Bertha, who rose up hurriedly before the rest, and left the table. The Cricket on the Hearth So that if the Clothes-Volume itself was too like a 59Chaos, we have now instead of the solar Luminary that should still it, the airy Limbo which by intermixture will farther volatilise and discompose it! Sartor Resartus, and On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History Like the rest of his generation, he was easily discomposed by fine words or any display of the finer feelings. The Hand in the Dark "Only those are ridiculed who feel the ridicule and are discomposed by it." How to Succeed or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune That portrait of Spedding, for instance, which Laurence has given me: not swords, nor cannon, nor all the Bulls of Bashan butting at it, could, I feel sure, discompose that venerable forehead. Letters of Edward FitzGerald in two volumes, Vol. 1 A Scotch lady, who was discomposed by the introduction of gas, asked with much earnestness, "What's to become o' the puir whales?" deeming their interests materially affected by this superseding of their oil. The Jest Book The Choicest Anecdotes and Sayings "Oh! may I ask you in, gentlemen?" she added, glancing over her shoulder, and still evidently discomposed. Marion's Faith. As you may guess, this news discomposed me. The Adventures of Harry Revel At this moment Mr. Mayor, already wakened and discomposed by the violent tintinnabulation, rushed out: 'What!' said he, 'am I awake? The Uncollected Writings of Thomas de Quincey, Vol. 2 With a Preface and Annotations by James Hogg The sounds all around did not discompose him, for his eyes showed that he was waiting for something. Sue, A Little Heroine Then, catching sight of his discomposed face, 'You are suffering?' she exclaimed. The Child of Pleasure It is noxious, it is beneficial; It is yonder, it is here; It will discompose, But will not repair the injury; It will not suffer for its doings, Seeing it is blameless. The Mabinogion Vol. 3 Pray do not allow that to discompose you. The Ordeal A Mountain Romance of Tennessee That the displeasure of the dancers, who had been discomposed and besprinkled by Juno, fell entirely upon her master, was pretty evident from their faces. The Uncollected Writings of Thomas de Quincey, Vol. 2 With a Preface and Annotations by James Hogg Don't move, dear Henrietta,' added Miss Grandison; 'we are so happy here;' for Miss Temple, in truth, seemed not a little discomposed. Henrietta Temple A Love Story Anton was a good deal discomposed by this cool behavior, and Jordan thought it desirable to add a short commentary of his own. Debit and Credit Translated from the German of Gustav Freytag The sight of the crowd for a moment seemed to discompose him. The Mayor of Troy She gratified him after a moment, because she could not refuse without appearing to put a hurt upon Verena; but it went hard with her, and she was altogether discomposed. The Bostonians, Vol. I (of II) Mrs. Dolly Page did not seem discomposed in the least by the evident interest she inspired. The New Penelope and Other Stories and Poems The lady rather started; the gentleman, not at all discomposed, courteously welcomed Ferdinand, and said, 'I feel that we are intruders, sir. Henrietta Temple A Love Story "Sit down," exclaimed Calvin Van de Lear, not a bit discomposed. Bohemian Days Three American Tales The extravagance is not glaring enough to discompose us. The Continental Monthly, Vol III, Issue VI, June, 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy Even then she would not dwell on the notion, lest her father should allude to the stranger, and she should betray any feeling to discompose him. Girlhood and Womanhood The Story of some Fortunes and Misfortunes He turned upon her sharply, and she drew back discomposed by his look. The Emigrant Trail "Well, it was this way," replied Lydia, somewhat discomposed. The Silent House You and Anne are a pair for marvellous philosophical powers of endurance; no spoilt dinners, scorched linen, dirtied carpets, torn sofa-covers, squealing brats, cross husbands, would ever discompose either of you. Charlotte Brontë and Her Circle Percival fled up stairs, more discomposed by that unlucky black than he would have thought possible. Lippincott's Magazine, Vol. 22, August, 1878 He had not learned before that ladies' eyes are sometimes very discomposing. Alec Forbes of Howglen When he returned to Brynderyn to breakfast, he found his father looking somewhat discomposed as he read and re-read a letter which he had just received. By Berwen Banks Lucian went off with the cloak over his arm, somewhat discomposed by this last piece of information. The Silent House But all this, though discomposing, was no more than I had begun to expect. Wandering Heath In that hour of conversation, which they had had together, Lady Chiltern had said not a word to Phineas of her aunt, and now he felt himself to be almost discomposed by the meeting. Phineas Redux But as his headache began to yield to cold water, discomposing doubts rose upon his clearing mental horizon. Alec Forbes of Howglen But he took It hard, as it were, and suffered himself to be painfully discomposed by the usual accidents of Italian life, as foreigners learn to know it. Hawthorne (English Men of Letters Series) The sequel to the discomposing interruption was totally unpremeditated. Madame Flirt A Romance of 'The Beggar's Opera' But why should this so extraordinarily discompose Captain Pond, who had no particular affection for Fugler, and knew, besides, that all men—and especially hard drinkers—are mortal? Wandering Heath It was noticed when the King came down to the first Council of the new session that his face was flushed and his manner strangely discomposed. King John of Jingalo The Story of a Monarch in Difficulties I fear it has discomposed you; it was very painful for you. John Ward, Preacher It was a trifle, but trifles are magnified when the temper is already discomposed; and throwing down her gloves and Bible, she hastily proceeded to rearrange them, feeling rather unamiably towards her cousin. Lucy Raymond Or, The Children's Watchword Nay, Scott was himself unwell at the critical moment, and was taking sedatives which discomposed his brain. Sir Walter Scott (English Men of Letters Series) But without being discomposed, he explained the purpose of his visit. Georges Guynemer Knight of the Air Even to walk," he gasped, "that discomposes me, as you see. The Second Class Passenger Fifteen Stories A very discomposed young lady had met Scotty just out of hearing. Ben Blair The Story of a Plainsman How long he had been there I could not guess, but the strangeness of meeting him on this spot, and the occupation in which I was surprised, discomposed me not a little. Dead Man's Rock As something new and strange, it for the instant slightly agitates and discomposes the mind. Illusions A Psychological Study Fatima and I therefore felt greatly discomposed by our late and disturbing entrance, though we were in no way to blame. Mrs. Overtheway's Remembrances And the lad received a jolt from behind which loosened his teeth in their sockets and discomposed the dignified stride with which in imagination he was commanding the armies of the Douglas. The Black Douglas A big, foaming sea came out of the mist; it made for the ship, roaring wildly, and in its rush it looked as mischievous and discomposing as a madman with an axe. The Nigger Of The "Narcissus" A Tale Of The Forecastle I was just starting again in a very discomposed mood, when a thought struck me. Dead Man's Rock For my own part, these 'paper bullets of the brain' have only taught me to stand fire; and, as I have been lucky enough upon the whole, my repose and appetite are not discomposed. Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 1 With His Letters and Journals Better for us, perhaps, it might appear, Were there all harmony, all virtue here; That never air or ocean felt the wind; That never passion discomposed the mind. Lectures on Language As Particularly Connected with English Grammar. "This is both unnecessary and excessively discomposing," he muttered; "I fear Poitou has not been judicious enough in his selections." The Black Douglas Monsieur Chatelard, a bit breathless, but not greatly discomposed, peered out at him from the edge of the opposite bunk, where he sat uncomfortably. The Stolen Singer So we stood facing one another—Hero and Leander, save that Leander found the effects of his bath more discomposing than the poets give any hint of. Dead Man's Rock I was indeed astonished at the impudence of the men, though not at all discomposed at their treatment of me: however, I kept my temper. History of the Plague in London She no longer looked discomposed or angry, nor did she turn her eyes away on his approach. The Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters And having been long used to sea voyages, those motions, although sometimes very violent, did not much discompose me. Gulliver's Travels Into Several Remote Regions of the World Another thing discomposes the sensitive nerves of the English; especially those of our notable housewives. A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume Two He seemed so discomposed that Miss Macrae took compassion on him. The Disentanglers He inquired of his companions, but their wits were so discomposed by their circumstances and by apprehensions, too well founded, for their own throats, that they were in no wise able to assist his memory. The House of Walderne A Tale of the Cloister and the Forest in the Days of the Barons' Wars If Lady Angela was in any way discomposed she showed no signs of it. The Betrayal However, I was terribly shaken and discomposed in this journey, though it were but of half an hour. Gulliver's Travels Into Several Remote Regions of the World "She's eat in here afore now — and I guess she can again," said old Karen, in a tone of voice which spoke her by no means so discomposed as Clam's words would seem to justify. Hills of the Shatemuc She was at first a little discomposed at this sudden interrogation; but recovering her presence of mind, she said to the Count—"Apparently, Sir, I have learnt French of an Englishman?" Corinne, Volume 1 (of 2) Or Italy Mary's direct action slightly discomposed her, but she replied amiably. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-08 When sleep's soft thrall falls light on all, That lady's eyes unclose; To all that is fair In earth and air, When none are awake her thoughts to share, Or her spirit discompose. Mark Hurdlestone Or, The Two Brothers Dullness, bad temper, mal-adroitness, are to her the cause of a thousand petty rubs, which too often spoil the euphony of a silver voice, and discompose the symmetry of fair features. The Ladies' Vase Polite Manual for Young Ladies Bailly was not discomposed at this projected journey; he regarded it even with satisfaction. Biographies of Distinguished Scientific Men When I faced her at the trench she reared, and whirled round, and pranced backwards in, considering the circumstances, a highly discomposing way. All on the Irish Shore Irish Sketches He would not own to himself that such a senseless fear could have produced a permanent impression on him, and yet he felt disturbed and unsettled, unaccountably discomposed, and altogether uncomfortable. Marzio's Crucifix and Zoroaster From that moment the colonel felt he was a ruined man, but he would not allow himself to appear at all discomposed. Bad Hugh But the interlude, in itself discomposing, had composed my nerves for the while. Poison Island Such positive intelligence from a person of Clifford's rank greatly strengthened the popular belief, and the whole English nation was seriously discomposed and gravely disaffected towards the king. Celebrated Claimants from Perkin Warbeck to Arthur Orton She had too firm a seat to be discomposed by the swinging plunge with which he turned from it, but her mental balance sustained a serious shake. All on the Irish Shore Irish Sketches "It probes the secrets of capitalism and labor, of politics and journalism with a surety and a conviction almost discomposing." Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason's Corner Folks A Picture of New England Home Life In the warmth and light of what she was looking at, of what to her was a manifestation, and entirely new side of God, how could one be discomposed? The Enchanted April "Well, then," replied Brutus, without being discomposed, "we shall meet again." Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome to which is prefixed an introduction to the study of Roman history, and a great variety of valuable information added throughout the work, on the manners, institutions, and antiquities of the Romans; with numerous biographical and historical notes; and questions for examination at the end of each section. By Wm. C. Taylor. He was rather pale, but by no means discomposed. The Odds And Other Stories The discomposing rocking of the vessel continued, and the moan of the winds mingled with the incessant complaints of Mrs. Butler on a distant sofa, who was as communicative respecting her anguish as her age. Bluebell A Novel No sooner did she determine, than she ran down with a discomposed look, to enquire of the ladies who she should send for. Mary A Fiction He did not feel like returning to his solitary room with his mind unsettled and his feelings discomposed. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 4, No. 4, October, 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy Sen'eca seemed no way discomposed, but displayed the fortitude of conscious integrity. Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome to which is prefixed an introduction to the study of Roman history, and a great variety of valuable information added throughout the work, on the manners, institutions, and antiquities of the Romans; with numerous biographical and historical notes; and questions for examination at the end of each section. By Wm. C. Taylor. Fortunately for him, Munro, whose cool villany nothing might well discompose, perceiving the necessity of speech for him who had none, interfered with the following inquiry, uttered in something like a tone of surprise. Guy Rivers: A Tale of Georgia Mr. Marvel, who had been a little discomposed by the treatment he had experienced on Holborn Hill, very composedly filled and lighted his pipe. Jack Sheppard A Romance Ind. If, sir, I seem not discomposed with rage, Feed not your fancy with a false presage. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 05 She looked very pale and discomposed, and asked if she might speak to me. Uncle Max My word!" exclaimed Mr. Brimberly, retreating rather precipitately, "this is very discomposing, this is! The Definite Object A Romance of New York "Ah, so it is!" agrees Dora airily, not in the least discomposed at her mistake. The Haunted Chamber A Novel The sturdy Smith resisted her appeal, and did not withdraw his eyes from the face of the stockman, who seemed slightly discomposed at the pertinacity of his intended son-in-law. The Gold Hunters' Adventures Or, Life in Australia A little discomposed: read that, and see if I have no occasion; that dagger was stuck there, by him who writ it. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 05 Max looked very discomposed when he saw Miss Hamilton; he shook hands with her gravely, and sat down without saying a word. Uncle Max Vetch was pale and discomposed, his lips twitching, his eyes ranging restlessly between Cludde and me. Humphrey Bold A Story of the Times of Benbow I assure you," begins Arthur Dynecourt, who is strangely pale and discomposed, "it was all an accident—an—" "Accident! The Haunted Chamber A Novel The Bench, the Bar, and the Jury, whom, it would seem, nothing in this world had power to startle, astonish, or discompose, sat like statues. The Lost Lady of Lone These words he spoke in a low, placid voice, lest the wounded man might be discomposed by his observations. The Hedge School; The Midnight Mass; The Donagh Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three Then came the denouncing scene which we have just described, when his illness put it out of his power, without danger to himself, to undergo anything calculated to discompose or disturb him. The Emigrants Of Ahadarra The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two But the mate was not a whit discomposed. Humphrey Bold A Story of the Times of Benbow Mary, on her return, at once perceived, by the flushed cheek and kindled eye of her sister, that something had discomposed her. The Tithe-Proctor The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two Something has occurred to discompose the Christian tone which usually prevails in our household; and poor Susanna is going. Valentine M'Clutchy, The Irish Agent The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two She, however, spoke first, simply saying: "Has anything discomposed you, papa?" The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain The Works of William Carleton, Volume One "Do not be discomposed, my dear Miss Folliard," said Sir Robert, striding over to her. Willy Reilly The Works of William Carleton, Volume One Arthur was slightly embarrassed, and his companion looked at him, wondering what could thus discompose his usually sedate friend. Woman As She Should Be or, Agnes Wiltshire He would be sadly discomposed by an affection which came in between him and his figures. The Child of the Dawn Eh! no! the intentionally cold bearing of the minister decidedly discomposed him. His Excellency the Minister At the first glance, she saw that something had discomposed him, and felt a kind of instinctive impression that it was more or less connected with herself. The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain The Works of William Carleton, Volume One To all appearance, she was the least discomposed of the three. The Lighted Way "Oh, dear me!" exclaimed the ancient handmaiden of Mrs. Oleander, very much discomposed by this abrupt proceeding. The Unseen Bridgegroom or, Wedded For a Week "You are still a little discomposed, child, but it will soon pass away." Garman and Worse A Norwegian Novel Sperver, pale with concentrated rage and excitement, and eyeing the young baron darkly, dropped the butt of his gun to the ground, his features discomposed, and his eyes half-hid in his gloomy frown. The Man-Wolf and Other Tales I have been discomposed, Miss Gourlay"—for he seldom addressed her as Lucy—"and I wish to have some serious conversation with you. The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain The Works of William Carleton, Volume One Cornelia seemed a little discomposed at this, and perhaps so gave her lover a trifling delight. A Friend of Caesar A Tale of the Fall of the Roman Republic. Time, 50-47 B.C. His presence did not appear to discompose her, and she continued to place the wreath to her satisfaction, pulling it here and there with her thin and trembling hands. Verner's Pride "What a strange creature you are," said the young woman, without allowing herself to be at all discomposed, and sitting very erect in her chair. First Love (Little Blue Book #1195) And Other Fascinating Stories of Spanish Life The young girl was not discomposed by this question, but answered in a firm, melancholy tone—"Your Majesty, I fear, is too well acquainted with my unfortunate mother's history." The Lancashire Witches A Romance of Pendle Forest Dorothy, even through her ears, noticed that he was startled and discomposed, and she hastened to reassure him. Heiress of Haddon This at first a little discomposed the doctor. The Book of Three Hundred Anecdotes Historical, Literary, and Humorous—A New Selection Has any thing of moment happened to discompose your highness? The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 04 Then Madame Prune makes her appearance; in an agitated and discomposed manner she successively adopts every attitude expressive of utter dismay. Madame Chrysantheme So slowly and carefully did the ox step that grannie was little discomposed. The Narrative of Gordon Sellar Who Emigrated to Canada in 1825 The lady is gone to rest; something discomposed, though, and out of spirits. Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1 Just then Mr and Mrs Chadwick came down, looking grave and discomposed. Victorian Short Stories: Stories of Successful Marriages The fear of it, you see, Has discomposed my brother; but to me, All, that can bring my country good, is welcome. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 04 Preached on the Jailor—discomposedly—with some glimpses of the genuine truth as it is in Jesus. The Biography of Robert Murray M'Cheyne The girl's attitude—erect before her, patient, but unflinching—had already gone some way to discompose Lady Caroline. Lady Good-for-Nothing I am not—I am not at all ashamed to look upon you; nor can my presence discompose the order of business here. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 02 (of 12) Have they not beggared his exchequer, tarnished the splendor of his court, sunk his dignity, galled his feelings, discomposed the whole order and happiness of his private life? The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 01 (of 12) The Portuguese was somewhat discomposed, both at the visit and the compliment; yet he forced himself into good humour, and made shew of being very glad of the honour which the Father had done him. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16 A stroke of fancy—especially to a heavy man—is sometimes as discomposing as a stroke of paralysis. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, December 11, 1841 At the best of times they sat dimly opposite to me, discomposed me, and disappeared. The Inheritors The shout that had so discomposed the parties who were thus engaged in a terrific struggle came from a party above. Varney the Vampire Or the Feast of Blood She wasn't at all hot, as Anna-Rose had been, nor rattled, nor in any way discomposed; she was just smug. Christopher and Columbus They were startled, and at first discomposed, but presently told me I was mistaken; to which I could only reply that time would show, and perhaps sooner then even English Liberals expected. Handbook of Home Rule Being articles on the Irish question She was chagrined to learn that she had been discomposed not by 'a too exuberant financier,' as she had surmised, but by, as "Waring" called Browning, the "subtlest assertor of the Soul in song." Life of Robert Browning Have you had your being in my Family so long not to know nothing under the Sun's considerable enough to discompose me? The Fine Lady's Airs (1709) The seer of this striking vision descended to her family, so much discomposed as to call her father's attention. Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft Now Betty from her master's bed had flown, And softly stole to discompose her own; The slip-shod 'prentice from his master's door Had pared the dirt, and sprinkled round the floor. The Poems of Jonathan Swift, D.D., Volume 1 Hence, when it was proclaimed that Home Rule was the true remedy which the Liberal party must accept, they were startled and discomposed. Handbook of Home Rule Being articles on the Irish question Not in the least discomposed, Lord Tybar, his body in perfect rhythm with her curvettings, laughed at Sabre over his shoulder. If Winter Comes Still it is well known that he was discomposed and alarmed by the shouts in the popular assemblies. Plutarch's Lives, Volume II They were not in the least discomposed by the bustle and the automobiles, never thought of getting out of the way—jogged comfortably on keeping to their side of the road. Chateau and Country Life in France Veath stood on the opposite side of the table, just as pale and just as discomposed. Nedra The news has had a decidedly discomposing effect already. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, January 17, 1917 Lefevre was left seriously discomposed, but at once he sent for the house-physician, summoned the Sister and the nurse, and set about his third attempt to revive his patient. Master of His Fate Cannot they perform the obligations of friendship, without discomposing families? The History of Sir Charles Grandison, Volume 4 (of 7) She looked at him, a little discomposed, and said, smiling: "Wait till you meet me next in Rome!" Lady Merton, Colonist This answer seemed to discompose as well as to surprise him. Old Fires and Profitable Ghosts Annealed as we are, I think it will discompose the most callous. Shandygaff I should have been content with any kind of lady, but this one was both fair and young, though neither discomposed nor terrified, as in such cases is the custom. Bog-Myrtle and Peat Tales Chiefly of Galloway Gathered from the Years 1889 to 1895 For many days these fond endearments passed, The reconciling bottle fails at last; 'Twas used and gone: Then midnight storms arose, And looks and words the union discompose. The Tatler, Volume 1, 1899 At the beginning of detumescence the features are frequently more discomposed. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 5 Erotic Symbolism; The Mechanism of Detumescence; The Psychic State in Pregnancy When once dressed, think no more of it; shew no fear of discomposing your dress, but let all your motions be as easy and unembarrassed, as if you was at home in your dishabille. The Young Gentleman and Lady's Monitor, and English Teacher's Assistant He had run so fast, he was so discomposed, that he could with difficulty speak. Clementina The enormity that has thus discomposed my worthy host, is an attempt of the manufacturer to have a line of coaches established, that shall diverge from the old route, and pass through the neighbouring village. Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists Now Betty from her master's bed had flown, And softly stole to discompose her own. The Tatler, Volume 1, 1899 It was only when, by some blessed chance, turning to reach a paper cutter, he caught sight of her, that he closed the book and looked discomposed; not softened, only discomposed. Mistress and Maid So much the more His wonder was to find unwaken'd Eve With tresses discomposed, and glowing cheek. The Young Gentleman and Lady's Monitor, and English Teacher's Assistant That portrait of Spedding, for instance, which Laurence has given me: not swords, nor cannon, nor all the bulls of Bashan butting at it could, I feel sure, discompose that venerable forehead. The Bed-Book of Happiness For she belabours him sorely with her tongue times and again, and ofttimes writes him fiery letters, which discompose him more than a reverse in arms. Tom Tufton's Travels Any such tuggings of mind or heart as would ruffle and discompose the smoothness of lyrical division would be quite out of keeping in a course of dream-life. Shakespeare: His Life, Art, And Characters, Volume I. With An Historical Sketch Of The Origin And Growth Of The Drama In England Elfwyn said no more, but bade me goodbye and returned to the castle; still I saw that he was a little discomposed by the sheriff's words. Alfgar the Dane or the Second Chronicle of Aescendune The sudden recollection of this fact made him cast such a glance of scrutiny at the gentleman as to quite discompose him. Out of the Ashes One of the principal domestics returned with haste, and whispered some words into the ear of Ethelgiva -- which seemed to discompose her. Edwy the Fair or the First Chronicle of Aescendune Antonyms: unexcitable, imperturbable, calm. excite, v. stimulate, arouse, inflame, incite, provoke; perturb, agitate, disconcert, discompose, distract, unsettle. excited, a. perturbed, agitated, disconcerted. Putnam's Word Book Was it an inward revolution caused by the silence or the murmurs of the populace, discomposed to see their regicide ascend the throne? Prefaces and Prologues to Famous Books with Introductions, Notes and Illustrations My peace they daily discompose, But my defence and hope is God. The Psalms of David Imitated in the Language of the New Testament and Applied to the Christian State and Worship As he walked back to the hut, he wondered inwardly whether the incident would have discomposed his father. The Firm of Girdlestone However, it is likely that this proceeded in a great measure from family uneasiness, which undoubtedly had for a long time discomposed him before committing that murder for which he died. Lives of the Most Remarkable Criminals Who have been Condemned and Executed for Murder, the Highway, Housebreaking, Street Robberies, Coining or other offences Antonyms: impertinent, irrelevant. perturb, v. disquiet, excite, disturb, agitate, discompose, distress. perturbation, n. excitement, agitation, discomposure, distress, disconcertion, worry. Putnam's Word Book Bitterer enemies no man ever had to contend against; and unenviable indeed must have been their disappointment at finding themselves wholly impotent to discompose his sage and large-hearted serenity. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 87, March, 1875 His habit of putting questions abrupt and straight to the point had discomposed Miss Le Mesurier upon an occasion before. The Philanderers Upon the departure of the enemy our magnanimous ancestors took full six months to recover their wind, having been exceedingly discomposed by the consternation and hurry of affairs. Knickerbocker's History of New York, Complete Her changing moods had something discomposed about them, like the agitations of a happy woman rejoicing at the return of her lover. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 3 Antonyms: composure, imperturbation, calmness. perturbed, a. excited, distressed, worried, discomposed, agitated. perusal, n. reading. peruse, v. read. perverse, a. perverted, misdirected, erring, depraved, vitiated; intractable, obstinate, stubborn, contrary, headstrong, indocile. Putnam's Word Book I found there my illustrious and venerable friend, who seemed as discomposed as I was myself. Raphael Pages of the Book of Life at Twenty I was still greatly discomposed as the carriage stopped before my old inn. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 05 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English Nay, the very mistakes, follies, blunders, and absurdities of those in our service, are able to ruffle and discompose the mildest nature, and are often of such consequence, as to put whole families into confusion. The Prose Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D. — Volume 04 Swift's Writings on Religion and the Church — Volume 2 She was not the least discomposed by the teasing of the other children, neither by Dorian's presence. Dorian It certainly seems as if this resemblance was an after-thought of Lofthouse’s, for he dismissed the matter from his mind till prayers, when it ‘discomposed his devotions’. Cock Lane and Common-Sense Those women challenged him, discomposed him, fretted him, fought him, left his nerves raw. The Pretty Lady "I beg pardon," said the Doctor, nowise discomposed at this rebuff. Marriage The force of the waves can be so abruptly discomposed that changes of direction can be easily managed, or at least are possible even in the most violent collisions. The Man Who Laughs They discompose his ideas; and he of all things detests to have his head set a spinning like a tetotum, either by a book or by anything else. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 19, No. 541, April 7, 1832 We hear of great disorders at your masks, but no particulars, only they say the Spanish gravity was much discomposed. The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54 Another lady was equally discomposed by the introduction of gas, asking, with much earnestness, "What's to become o' the puir whales'?" deeming their interests materially affected by this superseding of their oil. Reminiscences of Scottish Life and Character The whole eight rushed upstairs to ascertain the fact, leaving the old gentleman much discomposed at this unseasonable delay. Marriage Ludlow watched every movement, with a calmness that neither personal responsibility, nor the uproar and rapid incidents of the terrible scene, could discompose. The Water-Witch or, the Skimmer of the Seas Before this news discomposed me, I had attained to a good degree of cheerfulness. The Coquette The History of Eliza Wharton I know not what humour you were in when you writ it; but Mr. Arbry's prophecy and the falling down of the form did a little discompose my gravity. The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54 He was horribly discomposed indeed, could not get the terrible image out of his mind. Fenwick's Career He had rather a refined look, notwithstanding the annoyance and resentment that discomposed his features. Paul Faber, Surgeon It will be understood that Mr. Prosper was considerably discomposed when he spoke with such familiar confidence to his servant. Mr. Scarborough's Family It would but discompose me, and him too. Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 8 But you are discomposed; Stay here a little; I have somewhat for you, Shall shew, you still are in my favour. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 02 Then, a man struck in from the Sudan—far and far to the south—with a story of a discomposed judge and a much too collected prisoner. Letters of Travel (1892-1913) There is indeed a pert young gentleman, who a little discomposes this august ceremonial. Letters of Horace Walpole — Volume II |
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