| 单词 | discourteous |
| 例句 | But he knew that Iorek knew that, and knew that he knew it, and that it would be discourteous and stupid to say it; but he was tempted, all the same. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z Once there, it would have been discourteous not to break bread with the banker, so Jon sent Satin off to fetch them food. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Her soft voice interrupted his thoughts, and he was suddenly aware of his discourteous behavior. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z If no one was glad to see him, at least no one was so discourteous as to leave. Johnny Tremain 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z Anything more preposterous, more thoughtless, more discourteous What is it, Michael?” Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z In the end, he simply said that the tone of the letter was aggressive and discourteous and for that reason the prime minister did not answer it. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z The man who could not be discourteous to a ground- squirrel had sat in the courthouse abetting the cause of grubby-minded little men. Go Set a Watchman: A Novel 2015-07-14T00:00:00Z I am annoyed by those who love mankind but are cruel and discourteous to people. Black Like Me 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z Over the somewhat discourteous questions and answers of the boat song, Rahel’s voice floated into the factory. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z For this reason be automatically wondered whether he had not perhaps been discourteous to the butler in his distraction. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z “I think we can agree that you are not dead—though, of course,” he added, as if fearing he had been discourteous, “I do not minimize your sufferings, which I am sure were severe.” Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z Thomas was felt to be imperious and discourteous. In Search of Charisma at the New York Philharmonic 2015-11-06T05:00:00Z When the fellow in the next row would not stop texting, Ms. Wadler would tap him firmly on the shoulder and remind him that he was being discourteous. I Was Misinformed: Yikes! An Action Hero at a Loss for Action 2014-03-13T21:41:32Z But in 1987, prompted by complaints about unkempt and discourteous cabbies, the city amended the code to include a ban on certain items of clothing. That Cabby Dress Code? It?s Getting a Makeover 2010-12-01T00:42:00Z Bullet races to find a victim on the run before someone else does; Seward is discourteous to surprise visitors. Sunday TV picks: ‘Whodunnit?’ brings reality sleuthing to ABC 2013-06-19T23:17:05Z Forgive me if I sound discourteous but I really want to stick to the movie stuff because we’re getting a little too political now. Steven Seagal: ‘I like to go after murderers, bank robbers, rapists, kidnappers’ 2015-05-14T04:00:00Z Mr. Gerard’s piece, in particular, was “unfair to the show,” not to mention “discourteous” to other critics whose publications wouldn’t or couldn’t pay for a ticket. ArtsBeat: John Simon Steps Into the Blogosphere With a Few Words About 'Spider-Man' 2010-12-30T23:17:02Z Poor old Thrall is named after the Old Norse word for slave, which is as inaccurate as it is discourteous. The Norseman: from bad to Norse 2013-07-04T15:27:57Z He sometimes claims the fancier lodgings for himself, part of an amusing recurring tactic of being discourteous to his companion. “Travel Man,” Richard Ayoade’s Travel Show for People Who Hate Travel 2019-09-05T04:00:00Z Attendance by visitors isn't mandatory, but the sense is that it would be discourteous to avoid services entirely. Guesthouses of the Holy 2010-04-29T14:25:00Z Let’s say your wife is right that he’s discourteous. Perspective | Carolyn Hax: His wife wants to set a curfew for his visiting 42-year-old son 2019-01-29T05:00:00Z Smith appealed a disciplinary panel recommendation that he be suspended for an incident in which he struck a suspect in the face twice and was discourteous. Detective alleges sexual hazing on LAPD’s Centurions football team 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z The complaint called statements made by the attorney general’s office in court documents to be “contemptuous, undignified, discourteous, and/or disrespectful and constitute a knowing disobedience of an obligation under the rules of a tribunal.” Montana’s attorney general faces professional misconduct complaint. Spokeswoman calls it meritless 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z “If you don’t know a woman,” Mary Pat reflects, “you don’t curse around her, even if she herself swears like a drunken trucker. It’s considered discourteous.” Review | Dennis Lehane’s masterful new novel revisits the terrain of ‘Mystic River’ 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z "This decision of the government is motivated by the discourteous attitude and the non-respect of diplomatic customs," the country's Communication Ministry said on Twitter late on Friday. Chad orders German ambassador to leave the country 2023-04-08T04:00:00Z And this isn’t a generational thing where we’re supposed to accept this discourteous behavior because it’s how young adults have transformed the concert experience. Advice | Smartphones are ruining concerts 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z Two complaints were substantiated: in 2011 for using discourteous language and in 2015 for abuse of authority, according to data from the city’s police watchdog agency, the Civilian Complaint Review Board. Video of detective hitting woman prompts NYPD investigation 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z “The words and images chosen were improper, discourteous and unbecoming a judicial officer. They were degrading to the defendant and other incarcerated people, playing on stereotypes and exploiting fears of the criminal justice system.” King County judge admonished for implying defendant would be raped in prison 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z He later apologised for being "discourteous" and said he had decided to cancel his meetings because "this is more important than anything I'm doing". Grenfell Tower inquiry: Lord Pickles apologises for death toll error 2022-04-11T04:00:00Z He later apologised for being "discourteous" and said he had decided to cancel his meetings as "this is more important than anything I'm doing". Grenfell Tower inquiry: Minister unaware red tape cuts affected fire safety 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z He said peers from both sides had approached him after Monday's incident and expressed their concern about "the behaviour which they regarded as appalling and discourteous". Lord Young: Peer accused of sleeping during debate demands apology 2022-03-17T04:00:00Z The reporter continued, and an angry Lavrov weighed in: “He’s discourteous. He’s working in Ukraine now. He’s got infected with discourtesy.” ‘Minister No’: Lavrov embodies Moscow’s steely posture 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z If the implication is, as you suggest, that your resentment at not having been made a finalist would lead you to be discourteous to candidates, you’d be justified in taking offense. Is It OK That I’m OK With Our Mom’s Adultery? 2022-02-01T05:00:00Z “Deliberately misgendering a transgender person isn’t just a matter of opinion, and it’s not simply ‘disrespectful, discourteous, or insulting.’ He said, she said: Pronoun throwdown erupts as critics push back on transgender language 2022-01-19T05:00:00Z The break in tradition - deemed "not acceptable" and "discourteous" by the Speaker - also became a feature during the pandemic, with a number of announcements made at press conferences rather than in Parliament. Budget 2021: Sunak promises new post-Covid economy amid Commons anger 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Vaughn was cited for unnecessary or excessive force and discourteous/unprofessional conduct, the department said Friday. National Digest: New York officer faces departmental discipline in Black man’s death during arrest 2021-09-24T04:00:00Z Moreover, the team said the “discourteous” lower court judge failed to provide the woman with a “fair hearing,” because he didn’t give defense lawyers the chance to put forward evidence supporting the woman’s claims. Cyprus top court weighs Briton’s false rape claim conviction 2021-09-16T04:00:00Z “Additionally, the two Asian groups were more likely to be disparaged as extremely irresponsible and discourteous,” and Latinos and South Asians were more likely to be viewed as financially unstable. Pandemic concerns may prime people to discriminate against Asians and Latinos 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z There were 89 complaints of rude and discourteous behavior and 59 excessive-force complaints. Metro expects most pre-pandemic riders won’t return this year amid an altered future for transit 2021-05-13T04:00:00Z He said his comments were not discourteous and that the department was violating his due process rights. Wandering cops shuffle departments, abusing citizens 2021-04-28T04:00:00Z DeVane's lawsuit says the Rock Hill police chief found that Mentesana was discourteous, but acted properly, along with the officers who went inside his home and searched it without a warrant. Police kept Black man naked in yard while looking for teens 2020-12-23T05:00:00Z DeVane’s lawsuit said the Rock Hill police chief found officer Mentesana was discourteous, but acted properly, along with the officers who went inside his home and searched it without a warrant. Police kept Black man naked in yard while looking for teens 2020-12-22T05:00:00Z It is a crying shame that discourteous motorists need babysitting, but the fact remains that they do. Editorial Roundup: Georgia 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z In explaining the decision, Riddle said the department “will not amplify this type of unprofessional and discourteous behavior.” Delaware police officer fired for social media post 2020-06-28T04:00:00Z In explaining the decision, Riddle said the department “will not amplify this type of unprofessional and discourteous behavior.” Delaware police officer fired over ‘inappropriate, racially based’ social media post 2020-06-28T04:00:00Z He was also accused of abusing his authority to stop people on the street and search them, refusing to obtain medical treatment for someone and using discourteous language. N.Y.P.D. Officer Charged With Using Illegal Chokehold 2020-06-25T04:00:00Z The two other complaints alleged that he was discourteous. Sheriff's deputy who fatally shot Andres Guardado faced earlier allegations 2020-06-26T04:00:00Z He quoted from a letter he signed, along with nearly 2,000 other law professors and 44 Columbia Law School faculty members, citing Kavanaugh's "aggressive," "discourteous," and "partisan" demeanor. As Biden gives commencement address, Columbia Law faculty who opposed Kavanaugh downplay Tara Reade accusations 2020-05-20T04:00:00Z You’re being discourteous, and I really want you to get it all through your heads this time. CTM means contra-temporal movement 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z Most involved remarks “that are offensive, undignified, discourteous, dishonest, sexist and profane, and that created the appearance of bias and retaliation,” the commission said. Ventura County judge censured for offensive remarks 2020-03-25T04:00:00Z Most involved remarks “that are offensive, undignified, discourteous, dishonest, sexist, and profane, and that created the appearance of bias and retaliation,” the commission said. Ventura County judge censured for offensive remarks 2020-03-25T04:00:00Z The company terminated him, citing a rule prohibiting conduct that is "negligent, insubordinate, dishonest, immoral, quarrelsome or discourteous." Judge orders Union Pacific to rehire engineer who defecated on train 2019-11-22T05:00:00Z Guilfoyle told the protesters they were being “rude and disruptive and discourteous” and added: “I bet you engage in … online dating because you’re impressing no one here to get a date in person.” Donald Trump Jr caught in crossfire of far-right insurgency 2019-11-12T05:00:00Z “You’re not making your parents proud by being rude and disruptive and discourteous,” she shouted. Don Jr. storms out over far-right hecklers at event for his book about liberals "silencing" speech 2019-11-11T05:00:00Z On Thursday, Richard Keen, a lawyer for the government, called the charges against Johnson “discourteous, incendiary and wholly unwarranted.” PM vs. PM: John Major argues against Boris Johnson in U.K. Supreme Court case - The Washington Post 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z That upset the government lawyers, who criticised his "discourteous and incendiary language" and accused him of a pre-conceived belief that the documents were "a sham". What happened in the Supreme Court? 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z He dismissed the “discourteous and incendiary language” deployed by the barrister for the Scottish applicants, Aidan O’Neill QC, who accused the government of lying. Judges urged to back MPs' recall if they rule against prorogation 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z Hammond was offered a one-to-one meeting with the prime minister which he declined, calling it “discourteous” to cancel on the group. Johnson could sacrifice majority by withdrawing whip from rebel MPs 2019-09-01T04:00:00Z The Hartford Courant in a story published Friday reported that Officer Michael Flynn was disciplined for a discourteous attitude in his handling of the March incident outside the Hartford GYN Center. Cop disciplined for handling of dispute at abortion provider 2019-08-23T04:00:00Z In April, the ethics committee called his conduct "discourteous and inappropriate" and recommended he be suspended for three months without pay. New Jersey judge who asked woman about closing her legs to prevent rape is ‘remorseful,’ lawyer says 2019-07-11T04:00:00Z This justification does not consider that the secularization of a deeply meaningful symbol is discourteous to many people of deep Christian faith. Opinion | The Supreme Court got the Peace Cross case wrong 2019-06-30T04:00:00Z “I think this would be a little bit discourteous to Claude-Michel,” he says. For Alain Boublil, the man behind ‘Les Misérables,’ the revolution isn’t over 2019-05-23T04:00:00Z "It seems discourteous being done through email," he added. Pupils pulled from A-levels for poor mocks 2019-05-20T04:00:00Z He said Ecuador had "reached its limit" on Assange's "discourteous and aggressive behaviour". Why Ecuador ended Assange's stay in embassy 2019-04-12T04:00:00Z The panel concluded Russo's conduct "was not only discourteous and inappropriate but also egregious given the potential for those questions to re-victimize the plaintiff," according to the recommendation filed Wednesday. New Jersey judge who told alleged rape victim to 'close your legs' faces 3-month suspension, ethics panel says 2019-04-04T04:00:00Z The New Haven Register reports the council cited Judge Trial Referee George Levine for bias, intimidation, lack of judicial temperament and acting in a “discourteous and undignified manner.” Council punishes judge for lack of temperament 2019-02-28T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump and his aides frequently complain about journalists’ habit of asking questions during his formal appearances with world leaders, deeming the practice — traditionally a standard procedure for White House reporters — impertinent and discourteous. White House Bars 4 U.S. Journalists From Trump’s Dinner With Kim in Hanoi 2019-02-27T05:00:00Z "But without paying heed to our allegations, the chief election commissioner talked in a biased and discourteous way that made us frustrated and shocked," he said. Bangladesh opposition demands chief election official quit 2018-12-25T05:00:00Z Mr Bercow said that doing so would be "deeply discourteous" to MPs. Leadsom questions Speaker's impartiality 2018-12-11T05:00:00Z After an internal investigation, Rowe was given a five-day suspension without pay for being discourteous and displaying conduct unbecoming to an officer. King County Sheriff’s Office to pay motorcyclist held at gunpoint $65,000, plus change use-of-force rules 2018-12-10T05:00:00Z Bercow said: “Halting the debate after no fewer than 164 colleagues had taken the trouble to contribute will be thought by many members of this house to be deeply discourteous.” Brexit deal: May admits she would have lost vote by large margin 2018-12-10T05:00:00Z "Halting the debate after no fewer than 164 colleagues have taken the trouble to contribute will be thought by many members of this House to be deeply discourteous," he said. Bercow urges MPs' say on Brexit vote delay 2018-12-10T05:00:00Z The other was admonished multiple times for improper conduct and for making “discourteous, demeaning and belittling comments” in various court cases. State censures 2 judicial officers for court conduct, online rants about immigrants, gays and Obama 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z “There was nothing unfriendly or discourteous or disloyal about him. He’s what you’d expect to have in a friend.” Gricar mystery: New investigator takes over 13-year-old case 2018-04-21T04:00:00Z She accused Labour's governing body of being "discourteous" to her. Haringey Council leader quits amid row 2018-01-30T05:00:00Z Brown said in a disciplinary letter that he was “deeply troubled” by Payne’s conduct, which he described as “inappropriate, unreasonable, unwarranted, discourteous, disrespectful” and said brought “significant disrepute” on the department. Utah police officer, caught on video roughly handcuffing nurse, is fired 2017-10-10T04:00:00Z He told MPs that bringing arguments over the deal to a "premature and inconclusive end" without a vote would be seen as "discourteous" by many MPs. Bercow urges MPs' say on Brexit vote delay 2018-12-10T05:00:00Z “All this agitation by the chancellor and his allies is hugely discourteous to her and undermines her authority,” Jones said in the Mail on Sunday. Liam Fox denies cabinet deal on transitional EU free movement 2017-07-30T04:00:00Z Poole consented to resign after the commission began investigating claims that he engaged in “repeated, undignified and discourteous conduct toward a woman with whom he had been involved romantically.” Despite exposés and embarrassments, hundreds of judges preside in New York without law degrees 2017-07-02T04:00:00Z That congressman or congresswoman would have been vilified as discourteous, angry, and racist. Opinion | Admit it: We love grousing about the other side’s double standards 2017-03-17T04:00:00Z "I think it is something the Speaker might want to comment on because actually, I think it is discourteous," he said. John McDonnell describes tweeting MPs as 'discourteous' - BBC News 2017-03-09T05:00:00Z He never smoked around women because it would be “very discourteous.” Former Sen. Douglas Henry, longest-serving lawmaker, dies 2017-03-06T05:00:00Z The training was announced by the Chang'an district police force after local television ran a report on discourteous cops, Sanqin Daily reports. 'Rude' China police given hospitality lessons - BBC News 2017-01-11T05:00:00Z He said the officer, who will be suspended without pay, was discourteous. Fort Worth officer in viral arrest video suspended for 10 days 2017-01-09T05:00:00Z “Amazing. Just amazing how discourteous people can be — and threatening,” Mann said. From red carpets to wild animals, L.A. says Hollywood Hills parties have gone too 2016-11-07T05:00:00Z Americans are a “discourteous people,” with a “larynx not adjusted to civility,” he said, according to video shot by a Filipino journalist in attendance. Duterte renounces U.S., declares Philippines will embrace China 2016-10-20T04:00:00Z City lawmakers and officials who manage BIDs defend the arrangements, arguing the ordinances target discourteous or even dangerous conduct that prevents everyone from enjoying shared space. Business Interests Hold Sway on Cities’ Homeless Policies 2016-10-15T04:00:00Z “The misconduct demonstrates a pattern of discourteous and undignified treatment of jurors,” the commission wrote. State agency admonishes 'condescending' L.A. County judge for mistreating potential jurors 2016-09-29T04:00:00Z It was the accumulation of these discourteous strikes that resulted in this series’ turning moment: the NBA suspending Green for Game 5. For Golden State and Cleveland, a Deliciously Unexpected Game 7 2016-06-17T04:00:00Z He stops getting peeved at rude people — like yahoos who look at their cellphones at the multiplex and discourteous drivers — and instead kills the biggest offenders with poison-tipped blow-darts. Plodding ‘Stressed to Kill’ is off the mark 2016-05-27T04:00:00Z At this point it is worth noting that the idea it is discourteous or patronising to suggest Leicester will drop points is in itself based on a fallacy. Jamie Vardy ban confronts Leicester and Ranieri with major bump in the road | Barney Ronay 2016-04-20T04:00:00Z The survey shows that 78 percent of Americans, including most Republicans, see the GOP race as discourteous. When it comes to rudeness in 2016 politics, the Republican presidential contest wins in a landslide 2016-04-16T04:00:00Z A new poll by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows that 78 percent of Americans, including most Republicans, see the GOP race as discourteous. When it comes to rudeness in 2016 politics, the Republican presidential contest wins in a landslide 2016-04-15T04:00:00Z No amount of sweetened coating obscures the blunt, discourteous lecture Obama delivered to the Castro government in the guise of his well-wishing address to its citizens. What Donald Trump doesn’t know might save us: He’s unschooled, but at least he’s no American exceptionalist or neo-con ideologue 2016-04-02T04:00:00Z Some officers making home entries were discourteous or used offensive language, used excessive force and damaged property. New York Police Faulted by Agency for Unlawful Searches 2016-02-29T05:00:00Z The company drew so many complaints of overcharging, illegal towing and otherwise discourteous behavior that its drivers were even immortalized in song as the “Lincoln Park Pirates” by the late folk singer Steve Goodman. State may yank infamous Chicago towing company’s license 2016-02-26T05:00:00Z It is simply discourteous, he says, to pepper lawyers with questions. It’s Been 10 Years. Would Clarence Thomas Like to Add Anything? 2016-02-01T05:00:00Z For the most part, opponents would never dare to try anything so discourteous, Fournette says. Leonard Fournette Hears Compliments After Big Plays—Not Trash Talk 2015-11-03T05:00:00Z If somebody is being discourteous or impolite, the lord lieutenant is right to draw it to their attention. Queen's representative resigns after saying British Pakistanis need to learn civility 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z It allows people to be fantastically discourteous in a way they never would be if their real name was attached. Salman Rushdie: ‘It might be the funniest of my novels’ 2015-09-06T04:00:00Z The news agency's commentary was "significantly discourteous" to the emperor and it conflicted with China's position on the issue, the chief government spokesman said. Japan protests against Chinese media call for emperor's apology 2015-08-28T04:00:00Z But shouting and swearing is discourteous - is it okay to be discourteous about discourtesy? A Point of View: The underrated power of courtesy - BBC News 2015-05-30T04:00:00Z Mr Blair denounced his actions and branded the former minister "disloyal, discourteous and wrong", saying he would have sacked him if he had not resigned. Trouble at the top - a recap of political plots and coups - BBC News 2015-05-16T04:00:00Z It felt like the discourteous kind of thing he might tweet about afterward. Donald Trump on a jet plane: A luxury look at a (probably fake) presidential campaign 2015-05-01T04:00:00Z No matter how qualified you might be for the role you seek, if you act in a discourteous fashion, you will diminish your chances of being hired. 7 Key Etiquette Tips for Your Job Search 2015-02-03T05:00:00Z As for discourteous people that will be a more difficult long term societal project they may get worse until etiquitte and behavior becomes important in our school systems again. ‘Manspreading’ on New York Subways Is Target of New M.T.A. Campaign 2014-12-20T05:00:00Z Am I somehow discourteous to men, because of my preconceptions? A Point of View: The underrated power of courtesy - BBC News 2015-05-30T04:00:00Z Those 140 characters, it seems, don’t always lend themselves to nuanced and reasoned discussion, and so the discussion that does take place is often—how best to put this?—discourteous. Both Richard Branson and his Fans Can Learn from the SpaceShipTwo Tragedy 2014-11-03T05:00:00Z "If an officer is inclined to be discourteous to a person that they're having an interaction with, they could just leave the device off," he says. First Person Shooter: Taser's new cop-cam takes aim at perps and privacy 2014-08-14T04:00:00Z The board identified four cases before her in which they claim she was “impatient, undignified and discourteous.” Erie judge faces official misconduct allegations 2014-07-07T04:00:00Z Imagine if London was filled with discourteous learner drivers unafraid of the inept police force. Is this the city with the loudest car horns? 2014-02-01T22:27:59Z The letter was leaked to the CGF and Imran responded by saying Foster's comments were "discourteous, disingenuous and bordering on defamation." Fears over future Commonwealth Games 2014-01-22T09:28:47Z Ms Dademo is appalled at the commentary that Australia's "rude and discourteous" tactic has unleashed in the international media - "labelling this country as a 'hellhole', 'crime-ridden', 'impoverished' - it is simply not true". Viewpoint: Does PNG back Australia's asylum deal? 2013-08-09T00:00:04Z But such instructions do not sit well with someone forgetful and from a generation who finds it discourteous not to answer the phone and who automatically engages in polite conversation with a friendly-sounding caller. How can you stop nuisance phone calls? 2013-06-25T12:38:01Z It is very discourteous of the House to issue a collective groan—notably on the Opposition Benches. MP complains of Commons 'bullying' 2013-06-13T16:39:07Z We don’t understand the discourteous communication, the lies, the unsafe conditions for workers and tenants.” Ben Shaoul Takes the Village 2012-07-07T04:15:47Z You have committed a discourteous and unknightly act, and must give us time to forget it. Agincourt The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX 2012-04-25T02:01:07.457Z She supposed that it would be discourteous to watch him all the way round the room, and she could not help feeling nervous when she heard him behind her. Rich Relatives 2012-04-05T02:00:45.670Z He picked up his arrows and his bow, and was observed to smile as he retired from these discourteous churls. Curiosities of Human Nature 2012-04-03T02:00:27.167Z No man, whether he be a monarch on the throne, or the meanest beggar in his realm, possesses any right to comport himself with a haughty or discourteous air towards his fellow men. The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society 2012-03-30T02:00:17.867Z The plan which seemed to me the least discourteous to my numerous correspondents of that time has been to make a selection of passages from a certain number of the Letters. Letters to the Clergy On The Lord's Prayer and the Church 2012-03-29T02:00:12.080Z On my honour, if I have speech with him, he shall hear my full thoughts on his discourteous conduct. Agincourt The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX 2012-04-25T02:01:07.457Z Clode replied, turning on him with the uncompromising directness which is more "upsetting" to a man uncertain of himself than any retort, however discourteous. The New Rector 2012-03-22T02:00:35.997Z It would have been discourteous to reject the hospitality so unaffectedly offered. The Fortunate Isles Life and Travel in Majorca, Minorca and Iviza 2012-03-21T02:00:34.053Z Some of the younger officers seemed disposed to continue indefinitely the revellings of the previous night, and he had great difficulty in excusing himself from participation in them without appearing discourteous. Swift and Sure 2012-03-16T02:00:24.627Z It is needless to say that even such unwonted and discourteous neglect did not silence this noble-hearted woman, whose heroic devotion had been conspicuously displayed in her earlier efforts. True Tales of Arctic Heroism in the New World 2012-03-13T02:00:24.640Z We accept the decision as the law of the land, and to criticise it is seemed discourteous to the court making it. Monopolies and the People 2012-03-12T03:00:23.687Z Beethoven has too frequently been accused of a discourteous bluntness of manner towards his brother artists, which had a discouraging effect on the efforts of young beginners. Life of Beethoven 2012-03-12T03:00:21.693Z No annoyance, great or small, the most painful illness or the most intolerable bore, could disturb his equanimity, or render him in the least degree sullen, or fretful, or discourteous. William Hickling Prescott 2012-03-11T03:00:12.297Z Without minding these discourteous acts, the bear deliberately sat down and commenced eating a seal which had been shot the day before and happened to be in his way. North-Pole Voyages 2012-03-01T03:00:27.283Z Our players' behavior was discourteous and showed a lack of respect for Bradford and his family, and for the VCU team and community. George Mason AD apologizes to VCU for senior night incident 2012-02-28T14:47:00Z It seemed unnecessary and a little discourteous to use a rounded phrase, with all the adorning English particles. Steel The Diary of a Furnace Worker 2012-02-21T03:00:18.360Z He publicly proclaims that he can criticise the arguments of one with whom he disagrees, without resorting to invective, or becoming discourteous. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 6 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Discussions 2012-02-11T03:04:02.353Z During this journey the discourteous stranger occupied some part of his thoughts. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z "I would not appear discourteous, madame," faltered Lady Tracy, "but I shall recover best at home." The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z Walter noticed that the judge said in every other case, "If you believe the witness So-and-so," but that in his case he made no such discourteous reservation. Strange Stories 2012-01-16T03:00:05.067Z Lincoln felt that Stanton had not only been very discourteous to him, but had purposely ignored him in the case, and that he had received rather rude, if not unkind, treatment from all hands. Abraham Lincoln, Volume 2 (of 2) The True Story of a Great Life 2012-01-05T03:00:32.877Z And the Prince turned his back without more words, leaving the usurer satisfied with his discourteous brevity. The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) 2012-01-02T03:00:27.980Z "Here I am, you see," she said in a sharp tone, which was strangely inappropriate and discourteous. Froth 2011-12-28T03:00:38.123Z Pope Pius VI. was not discouraged by the discourteous reply of the Emperor; nor did he give heed to the remonstrances of the cardinals and of his own family. The War Upon Religion Being an Account of the Rise and Progress of Anti-christianism in Europe 2011-12-24T03:07:55.507Z "Oh! monsieur——" "However, if Monsieur Archibald is discourteous, if he doesn't choose to accept a proper apology, I promise you that I will show him that he hasn't a dastard to deal with." Fr?d?rique; vol. 1 2011-12-19T03:00:39.830Z To refuse would have been discourteous and in wretched taste. Fr?d?rique; vol. 2 2011-12-19T03:00:37.437Z This discourteous rebuff, repeated to the sitio of several officers, raised a spirit of silent revolt among us. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z On his return to Leipzig, Mendelssohn heard that some members of the Philharmonic band, who had been discourteous to him during his previous visit to London, were not to be engaged for the Birmingham Festival. The History of Mendelssohn's Oratorio "Elijah" 2011-12-06T03:00:26.413Z Some of the remarks appeared to have broken Police Department rules barring officers from “discourteous or disrespectful remarks” about race or ethnicity. On Facebook, N.Y.C. Police Officers Maligned West Indian Paradegoers 2011-12-06T01:29:03Z That offended modesty is, to say the least, out of place, and almost discourteous toward the rest of us; for it seems a criticism of our conversation. Fr?d?rique; vol. 1 2011-12-19T03:00:39.830Z I fancied that I could see that Fr�d�rique was irritated by it; but I could not be discourteous to the other, who talked to me incessantly. Fr?d?rique; vol. 2 2011-12-19T03:00:37.437Z I hope I do not seem discourteous in saying this—if so, pray forgive me. A Mere Chance, Vol. 3 of 3 A Novel 2011-11-24T03:00:45.990Z Abbreviating this part of the letter is highly discourteous. b. Business English A Practice Book 2011-11-19T03:00:25.507Z "No, I am not so discourteous as that to my guests," laughed Milla. The Heritage of the Kurts, Volume II (of 2) 2011-10-21T02:00:19.713Z I was ashamed of my discourteous treatment of that young man, to whom I was indebted for my acquaintance with Armantine and Fr�d�rique. Fr?d?rique; vol. 1 2011-12-19T03:00:39.830Z He must either submit or bear the opprobrium of a foolish discourteous boy. The Hindoos as they Are A Description of the Manners, Customs and the Inner Life of Hindoo Society in Bengal 2011-10-13T02:00:35.977Z That word "Fraternally," which we find closing so many bitter and discourteous letters, seems to be used as a parting blow. The Story of a Life 2011-10-11T02:01:02.723Z "Your mother would be the last person on earth to permit you to be discourteous to our two distinguished Dons, and by this time in all human probability Betty will be preparing for bed." The Sins of the Children A Novel 2011-10-09T02:00:27.520Z The discourteous and underhanded treatment of this embassy by Talleyrand and his agents, 904 who attempted to obtain their ends by bribery, threats and duplicity, resulted in the speedy retirement of Marshall and Pinckney. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 8 "Germany" to "Gibson, William" 2011-10-05T02:00:17.763Z "I am sorry to seem discourteous," said Agnes gently; "but I know my parents' feelings on these subjects, and must beg you to excuse us till their return." Left to Ourselves or, John Headley's Promise. 2011-10-05T02:00:17.183Z Here, in deep and melancholy rumination, she remained, till she was joined by the Baronet; who toiled after his fair charge with an eager will, though with slack and discourteous feet. The Wanderer (Volume 5 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:29.433Z We have no right to be discourteous to a guest who has approached us so politely. Simon Eichelkatz; The Patriarch Two Stories of Jewish Life 2011-09-15T02:00:12.970Z No doubt it was felt that it was a hard and discourteous thing to deny the ladies equal rights, even over the private courses. Fifty Years of Golf 2011-09-14T02:00:50.627Z "Nay, I am not discourteous," he protested, seeing the angry gleam in the fine eyes. The Duke Decides 2011-09-14T02:00:47.307Z Had everything he did been of the same calibre as his coming to table in his dirty flannels, offensive and discourteous as that action was, I could have forgiven much. The Claw 2011-08-31T02:01:30.563Z “At the risk of appearing discourteous, I decline to do that.” Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z “There are a good many fine girls at Hamilton,” she defended without intent to be discourteous. Marjorie Dean College Junior 2011-08-27T02:00:22.827Z "Do you mean that for an evasion?" asked Pauline with a tart pungency that she at once regretted as almost discourteous. The Adventures of a Widow A Novel 2011-08-25T02:00:27.403Z Beaumanoir promptly apologized very gracefully for his discourteous interruption, excusing it on the score of the strain on his nerves. The Duke Decides 2011-09-14T02:00:47.307Z Knox’s coarse and discourteous answer shows that he was alike ignorant of the delicacy with which, in this argument, he should have treated a lady, and of the respect a queen was entitled to demand. Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume I (of 2) 2011-08-14T02:00:25.307Z She launched forth in a bitter tirade against her discourteous escort. Marjorie Dean, College Senior 2011-08-01T02:00:12.720Z I recalled the impression her dark haunting eyes had made upon me, and, discourteous though it may be to say so, I must confess that a shudder passed over me at the recollection. A Cabinet Secret 2011-07-31T02:00:10.693Z Such difference is greatly responsible for mutual misunderstandings, such as the Japanese charge that the American is discourteous and inconsiderate, and the American impression that the Japanese is dissimulating, not to say tricky. Japan and the California Problem 2011-07-25T02:00:13.940Z Oh, you discourteous brother!" pouted the fair indignant, "to grieve your sister so! Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z He hoped he had not been manifestly discourteous, but he could not have trusted himself to prolong the meeting. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z I wish you to know that I think you the rudest, most discourteous person in the whole world. Marjorie Dean, College Senior 2011-08-01T02:00:12.720Z His view of discourteous mobile users is widely-shared within the classical music community. How do you stop mobiles in concerts? 2011-06-21T11:06:41Z If he is not gruffly discourteous, he is pretty certain to be found patronizingly polite. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z Milly had a horror of being discourteous, and she wrote Jim that if Stacey would not be “soft,” she would be nice to him for the sake of the Home of the Elder Brother. Witch Winnie's Mystery, or The Old Oak Cabinet The Story of a King's Daughter 2011-06-06T02:00:08.460Z I think, Rotha, it will be the pleasantest way for you, to go out at once to the carriage and wait there for me; if you will let me be so discourteous. A Letter of Credit 2011-05-20T02:00:40.410Z The discourteous thrust did not seem to put out Mr. Daw. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z I hope I did; but in the hurry of my departure I fear I seemed discourteous. From Pillar to Post Leaves from a Lecturer's Note-Book 2011-05-05T02:00:21.620Z Don Quixote also made yet more noise, calling them false and treacherous villains, and the lord of the castle base and unhospitable, and a discourteous knight, for suffering a knight-errant to be so abused. The History of Don Quixote de la Mancha 2011-05-01T02:00:10.977Z There are few things more unkind and discourteous than to neglect introducing strangers to each other. Book of Etiquette Volume I 2011-04-28T02:00:13.993Z In the reply, “his lordship” did not fail to remark the discourteous omission of his title. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z It was deemed discourteous, and widened the breach between the ci-devant soldier and the retired stockbroker. The Finger of Fate A Romance 2011-04-21T02:00:43.830Z “I have apprehended no more in the Havana than the response discourteous, ‘You bedam.’” The Dust of Conflict 2011-04-14T02:01:04.343Z I am very sorry to miss the pleasure and sorrier if I seem discourteous. Lonesome Town 2011-04-12T02:00:24.580Z It is discourteous and rude to receive a letter or an invitation from one person, and acknowledge it to another. Book of Etiquette Volume I 2011-04-28T02:00:13.993Z He decided that he must go at once; it would be discourteous to let Mary reach the rendezvous first. The Hills of Refuge A Novel 2011-04-09T02:00:10.530Z You are a very discourteous Giant," answered the stranger quietly, "and I shall probably have to teach you a little civility before we part. Wonder Stories The Best Myths for Boys and Girls 2011-03-31T02:00:19.150Z “For shame, Victoriano, to be so discourteous,” said Gabriel, reprovingly—his handsome features perfectly serious. The Squatter and the Don 2011-03-27T02:00:13.400Z The old Countess clasped her hands in frank, if discourteous, astonishment. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z It seemed incongruous with the punctilious old Southern gentleman to make a discourteous distinction thus between his granddaughters and his niece. The Storm Centre 2011-03-01T03:00:39.427Z You are a very discourteous Giant," answered the stranger, quietly, "and I shall probably have to teach you a little civility, before we part. A Wonder Book and Tanglewood Tales For girls and boys 2011-02-25T03:01:12.793Z Will you think me very discourteous," he asked, "if I send you back in a taxicab? The Wicked Marquis 2011-02-24T03:01:06.123Z “Stay, he has seen us all; it would be discourteous to leave now,” said Doña Josefa, and Rosario remained. The Squatter and the Don 2011-03-27T02:00:13.400Z And are you perhaps irritated because of my manners which must have seemed to you discourteous—perhaps rude? The Streets of Ascalon Episodes in the Unfinished Career of Richard Quarren, Esqre. 2011-02-12T03:00:30.987Z For an instant Erna seemed about to follow her uncle, but, apparently recollecting that this might be discourteous towards a future relative, she paused and let her gaze wander through the long suite of rooms. The Alpine Fay A Romance 2011-02-11T03:00:27.700Z In the second place, am perfectly aware that you are the captain, and that my husband is only the lieutenant, but I have never had the slightest desire to be discourteous to you. In the Van; or, The Builders 2011-02-09T03:00:42.387Z “Oh! oh!” cried Renzo; he put on his hat, and having no desire for a greeting of this fashion, he turned his back on the discourteous passenger and went on his way. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z But he was too kind to have done anything so discourteous, and took it all in good part, thinking it was all meant in kindness. The Squatter and the Don 2011-03-27T02:00:13.400Z I was in no mood to resent this invitation, discourteous as it was, for I was in no mood to resent anything. Paul Gosslett's Confessions in Love, Law, and The Civil Service 2011-02-04T03:00:18.850Z It is ill-bred to send invitations either by the dispatch, or through the post-office; and besides being discourteous, you risk offending your friends, as these modes of delivery are proverbially uncertain. The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society 2011-02-01T03:00:13.500Z The Freiherr exulted; this discourteous professor knew now that he was in presence of the scion of a lofty line, and was ready to give the advice he had at first refused. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z The Englishman must have thought his Yankee friend rather discourteous. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Such courtesy from an appearance so discourteous never was seen. The Wayfarers 2010-12-30T03:00:22.387Z "It would have been discourteous in me to say so, but such was my meaning," he answered, with a very kind look. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z Oh, then even a shepherd of souls may be discourteous! Magda A Play in Four Acts Your Majesty, it grieves me to seem discourteous, not to say rude, but those ships are to remain at their present anchorage. The Ship Dwellers A Story of a Happy Cruise The Governor tossed his off at a single gulp, and not to be discourteous, we made wry faces, and disposed of as much of ours as we could. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z So long as general good feeling subsists between two nations, neither will easily take offence at any discourteous act of the other. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 4 "Aram, Eugene" to "Arcueil" Yes, but a little discourteous in me to drive you out. The Reclaimers He turned towards her, tried to laugh: "I beg your pardon, duchess; I am very discourteous ... to behave like this, but ... but that man took me by surprise." Majesty A Novel I fear, my dear Forrester," he said, "you will think me a discourteous host for not having remained on deck last night to receive you. Pharos, The Egyptian A Romance A locked door was discourteous—a reflection upon the integrity of one’s neighbours. The Master's Violin "Whenever you go into his garage it's usually deserted, although he keeps a horde of discourteous workmen." Penny Nichols Finds a Clue The English ambassador sought in vain to justify his mistress’s conduct; it arose from exasperated jealousy, and was inexcusable and mean, as well as discourteous. Lives of Celebrated Women I am so constituted that a cool look wounds me, a discourteous word annoys me, any disloyalty crushes and overwhelms me. Maximina "I do not wish to appear discourteous," I said, "but would it not be better for me to take till to-morrow morning to think it over?" Pharos, The Egyptian A Romance It's annoying to have one's wife even seem discourteous to one's friends. Shadows of Flames A Novel She had not intended to be discourteous to this man. By Right of Conquest A Novel To be able to appreciate it one must have Slav blood in one's veins, which I am discourteous enough to be glad to say I have not. The Red Rat's Daughter He was too discourteous to go to Philadelphia to present his credentials, and began enlisting recruits for France and intriguing for an alliance with us. The Greater Republic A History of the United States She had just decided to refuse all invitations; but this was put in the light of a favour, which it would seem discourteous to refuse. A Question of Marriage It seemed discourteous to Antony to suggest going just as his uncle arrived, so he waited a moment in the strange silence that fell over the group. Fairfax and His Pride It was a dismissal, immediate, discourteous, on the grounds that she was quite unequal to fill the position of prima donna. Black Diamonds But Elvin had a good mind; he did not have to let a bunch of discourteous rattle-brained kids get him down. Adolescents Only But nobody is discourteous; Joe rides steadily on, and there is nothing to do but to follow. St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 8, May 1878, No. 7. An Illustrated Magazine for Young Folks I do not recollect, within my personal observation, a single act that could be called discourteous—nor did I hear of one. The Falling Flag Evacuation of Richmond, Retreat and Surrender at Appomattox "Never be discourteous to the cook," he replied. Rich Living There was not a discourteous word passed, through the whole, and no occurrence which for an instant marred the entire cordiality with which the dispute was conducted. Discussion on American Slavery After turning away from several discourteous clerks she showed her sample to a salesman who gave respectful attention to her. The Book of Courage “It seems rather discourteous to leave before the entertainment was over–unless you are ill?” The Girls of Hillcrest Farm The Secret of the Rocks Here he was, almost inclined to be discourteous. The New Warden It, however, results from his entirely candid disposition, his rigidly practical and business education, and his carelessness of forms,—by no means from a want of kindliness or an intention to be discourteous. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 94, August, 1865 Brandolin seems to her an unpleasant man, eccentric, discourteous, and immoral. A House-Party Don Gesualdo and A Rainy June I didn't mean to be discourteous," our man continued, "but I'll never change my feelings about such things. The Crimson Gardenia and Other Tales of Adventure I am neither bored nor tormented, I never quarrel with anybody, nor is the rudest man ever discourteous to me. The Daltons, Volume II (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life Mr. Barnes extended his hand, feeling that perhaps he had been unnecessarily discourteous. An Artist in Crime This is discourteous, to seat a kitchen page before a lady of high birth. Historic Tales, Vol. XIII (of 15), Part I The Romance of Reality. King Arthur As long, then, as the letters are not altered or edited, but produced verbatim, I may, I think, feel assured that I am doing nothing which is even remotely discourteous to the writers. Dog Stories from the "Spectator" being anecdotes of the intelligence, reasoning power, affection and sympathy of dogs, selected from the correspondence columns of "The Spectator" "I consider such stuff very discourteous to your officer," said the Lieutenant stiffly. Si Klegg, Book 4 (of 6) Experiences Of Si And Shorty On The Great Tullahoma Campaign We descended from the Mesa by the sand-hills instead of the rock steps, preceded by an escort of romping children; but not a discourteous act took place during all my visit. Through Our Unknown Southwest It is too late for you to start for the seaside, and, moreover, it would appear very discourteous in you to absent yourself the first evening that these strangers spend here. Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part Fair lady," he said, with all meekness, "you are discourteous to revile me as you do. Historic Tales, Vol. XIII (of 15), Part I The Romance of Reality. King Arthur Mrs. Daly is drinking hers with much appreciation out of her saucer, it being considered discourteous to offer anything to a guest without partaking of the same one's self. Rossmoyne His previous experience with the nectar was at the same time a temptation and a warning, yet he did not wish to seem discourteous. Stories by American Authors, Volume 10 To her amazement she was refused in discourteous manner and language. The Life and Work of Susan B. Anthony (Volume 2 of 2) Including Public Addresses, Her Own Letters and Many From Her Contemporaries During Fifty Years It was a manner which had never been displayed to her before, and she said to herself that it was horribly discourteous. Brooke's Daughter A Novel For if I, a stranger, had been one-tenth part so gross and so discourteous, you would most righteously have broke my head. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 7 (of 25) I thought that Mr. Ryde a very superior young fellow, with none of the discourteous antipathy to age that disfigures the manners of the youth of the present day. Rossmoyne "A crushing reply;" i.e., a retort discourteous, in which all the points of the attack are adroitly evaded. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, 1890.05.10 They might think it a little odd—a little discourteous, perhaps; but they would be too relieved to care much about that. The Brass Bottle His jolly pasty face had been as long as my arm most of the way out, and his sentiments, confided to me each day at seven bells, were discourteous to the sex. An Ocean Tramp Pray, where were you reared, that you are capable of so discourteous a supposition? The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 90, April, 1865 In no way must he be discourteous either to the lady or her friends. The Etiquette of Engagement and Marriage Describing Modern Manners and Customs of Courtship and Marriage, and giving Full Details regarding the Wedding Ceremony and Arrangements "My niece doesn't intend to be discourteous, doctor," she explained. Novice There were moody faces and discourteous greetings, half-insolent nods, and more than one wrangle at the workmen's meeting. Hope Mills or, Between Friend and Sweetheart The reply of Franklin to these sincere words, seems a little discourteous. Benjamin Franklin A Picture of the Struggles of Our Infant Nation One Hundred Years Ago American Pioneers and Patriots Series Whenever I may have occasion to express myself strongly, I shall simply be in earnest about the theme, without the least intention of being discourteous. Flowers of Freethought (Second Series) Moreover, a really nice-minded girl would never tolerate a man who was discourteous to her parents, however flattering his attitude might be to herself. The Etiquette of Engagement and Marriage Describing Modern Manners and Customs of Courtship and Marriage, and giving Full Details regarding the Wedding Ceremony and Arrangements He was fierce and haggard and discourteous to travelers, wore a slouch hat which he never took off, and generally kept the lower part of his face muffled in a handkerchief. Tales from Dickens It is regarded as discourteous to-day to remind President Eliot of Harvard that his father was the only member of Congress from Massachusetts who voted for the Fugitive Slave Law. The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume IV The relieved poet now had the floor as an apologist for his discourteous parrot. Whittier-land A Handbook of North Essex, Containing Many Anecdotes of and Poems by John Greenleaf Whittier Never Before Collected. Hasty response or rapid talk they deem discourteous. The Fiery Totem A Tale of Adventure in the Canadian North-West Far be it from me to be discourteous. A Mountain Boyhood In alarm and regret she did her futile best to discourage this gentleman without being overtly discourteous. Nobody I forgave the old hag her discourteous appellation of "baboon" because of the joyful intimation she gave me through the door that Lady Mary was not to be trusted when I was near by. The O'Ruddy A Romance If others be discourteous to you, that cannot hurt you, if you do not allow yourself to be discourteous in return. The Soul of a People But this Richard Rolle, this person so discourteous to some fellow-beings, could all the same be very tender and loving towards God: he, too, held in his heart the Pearl without Price. The Prodigal Returns Some of them even forgot themselves so much as to lie down and doze, others were discourteous enough to resume feeding, but a canny few continued to watch my every movement sharply. A Mountain Boyhood English readers must not suppose from this that colonial manners are discourteous. Brighter Britain! (Volume 1 of 2) or Settler and Maori in Northern New Zealand I am not discourteous by preference, but you drive me to it. The Education of Eric Lane If you are guilty of disgraceful acts, of discourteous words, who suffers? The Soul of a People It is discourteous to the performers, and annoying to those of the audience around you, who desire to enjoy the entertainment. Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society In fact they were not unlike the old fence himself—daring, avaricious and discourteous. The Boy Broker Or, Among the Kings of Wall Street And I want you to apologize to Miss Mason for being discourteous. Four Little Blossoms at Oak Hill School "I want nothing of you," said Augustine, but he still smiled, so that his words did not seem discourteous. Amabel Channice "This side of the Black Sea it is considered discourteous to stand in the king's presence holding a naked weapon." The Saracen: Land of the Infidel Except when the Channel was too discourteous, he slept as a sea bird sleeps afloat, tossing outside thundering combers which batter basalt rocks. The Dark Star I want the love that suffers and is kind, That envies not nor vaunts its pride or fame, Is not puffed up, does no discourteous act, Is not provoked, nor seeks its own to claim. Days of Heaven Upon Earth Absolute silence would have been almost discourteous, after plunging on to what might have been a bad corn. Somehow Good And, as I stood waiting, he lighted a scented cigarette, glanced over at me, puffed once or twice, and finally dismissed me with a discourteous nod. The Maids of Paradise “Besides that, he must beg my pardon for his discourteous act of yesterday, or fight a duel!” Pan Tadeusz Or, the Last Foray in Lithuania; a Story of Life Among Polish Gentlefolk in the Years 1811 and 1812 "We don't want you without your mind," said Andrew, grown suddenly discourteous. A Vanished Hand He did not carry himself as a man in mortal anxiety, but was as dissatisfied, as discourteous, and as disagreeable as it was his custom to be. A Modern Mercenary I am sure now that some of the other boarders must have been discourteous and even harsh with this unfortunate female, and that by contrast we appeared sympathetic and kind. The Van Dwellers A Strenuous Quest for a Home “I think we are becoming discourteous to our guest, gentlemen,” said the young Countess, gently. The Maids of Paradise But there was one tenet in the Kaye household which had been held to rigidly by all its members: the guest within the house was sacred from any discourteous word or deed. Reels and Spindles A Story of Mill Life I am lecturing on ethics to one who behaves in a disorderly and discourteous manner. A History of the Japanese People From the Earliest Times to the End of the Meiji Era A laugh, derisive but not discourteous to himself, greeted the question. The Sign of the Spider Among her friends she knew of no Venezuelan who, no matter what the provocation, would have addressed his wife, his sister, his daughter in a tone so discourteous. The White Mice Why, on the very day after your arrival you were extremely—I am sorry, but there is no other word—discourteous to the Miss Ponsonbys. The Wooden Horse No one could be so discourteous or impolitic as to vanquish the king. Louis XIV. Makers of History Series Excuse me if I seem discourteous, but you and I ought not to be in one room a moment. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 109, November, 1866 The Dey of Algiers had insulted France by his discourteous treatment of a French consul. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) That is a very impolite manner of declining, Bultitude; highly discourteous and unpolished. Vice Versa or A Lesson to Fathers Flossy ignored the discourteous treatment of her "good-morning," and opened her Bible. The Chautauqua Girls At Home It was not a pleasant person who violently wrenched the door open, but in spite of his annoyance, Harlan could not be discourteous to a lady. At the Sign of the Jack O'Lantern I charge nothing for these suggestions; but will not be so discourteous as to refuse a moderate percentage on all amounts received in pursuance of them from Brother Boult & Co. The Humbugs of the World An Account of Humbugs, Delusions, Impositions, Quackeries, Deceits and Deceivers Generally, in All Ages Loud talking, laughing, pushing before others who are examining a picture or statue, moving seats noisily, or any rude or discourteous conduct, seems like profanation in such a place. How To Behave: A Pocket Manual Of Republican Etiquette, And Guide To Correct Personal Habits Embracing An Exposition Of The Principles Of Good Manners; Useful Hints On The Care Of The Person, Eating, Drinking, Exercise, Habits, Dress, Self-Culture, And Behavior At Home; The Etiquette Of Salutations, Introductions, Receptions, Visits, Dinners, Evening Parties, Conversation, Letters, Presents, Weddings, Funerals, The Street, The Church, Places Of Amusement, Traveling, Etc., With Illustrative Anecdotes, a Chapter on Love and Courtship, and Rules of Order for Debating Societies Occasionally we would send a bullet back at these discourteous pursuers, and possibly on account of that, or maybe some other reason, they refrained from closing in on us. The Story of a Common Soldier of Army Life in the Civil War, 1861-1865 The monosyllable sounded ungracious but Rosemary, looking at Alec, saw that he did not mean to be discourteous. Rainbow Hill She could not have been discourteous even to Claudius Tiberius, who at this moment was seated in state upon the sofa and purring industriously. At the Sign of the Jack O'Lantern Mannish, and not a little discourteous I think," she said, "leaving her guests and motoring through the fog to the country. The Secret House Whether this sort of work is done in newspapers, or appears in book form, or whether it is in direct violation of copyright laws or not, it is at least discourteous. The Writer, Volume VI, April 1892. A Monthly Magazine to Interest and Help All Literary Workers This lace was known as "Mezzo Punto," though the French were discourteous enough to term it "Point de Canaille," as undoubtedly it was an imitation of the finer laces made in a loose, poor style. Chats on Old Lace and Needlework To be discourteous was something she could not be. American Cookery November, 1921 I must own to being slightly offended, I was childishly fond of chocolate, and the act seemed so inexplicably discourteous. Fifty-Two Stories For Girls "If you was fool enough to trust a scalawag like Tom Hotchkiss——" "It wasn't two weeks ago you was speakin' so well of him," interrupted her husband, stung to the retort discourteous. The Mission of Janice Day I am sorry to be discourteous to a lady, but I state a fact; you must go immediately. Girls of the Forest Though 43 I’m afraid I was a bit discourteous. The Search My passengers observed my preoccupation, and endeavoured—for some time unavailingly—to withdraw me from it; at length, however, the consciousness dawned upon me that my peculiar behaviour must appear to them decidedly discourteous. The Cruise of the "Esmeralda" I don't know why you should be so unamiable and discourteous to my aunt, as you are, and I cannot allow it to continue. Fifty-Two Stories For Girls Her manner was not discourteous, but her voice was forbidding. The Secret Witness But light now down, my lady fair, Light down, and hold my steed, While I and this discourteous knight Do try this arduous deed. The Book of Brave Old Ballads Jim's mouth twitched at the corners with the humor of it but he did not laugh now for that would be discourteous to his host. Frontier Boys on the Coast or in the Pirate's Power She went, and as soon as she reached the hall she was struck by the discourteous and indecent manner in which the bystanders looked at her. The Goose Man An attempt was made to embarrass the ministers by Eden, Carlisle's chief secretary, apparently in revenge for their discourteous treatment of Carlisle. The Political History of England - Vol. X. The History of England from the Accession of George III to the close of Pitt's first Administration “Will it be deemed discourteous in me to ask why I am denied?” The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea But light now down, my dear lady, Light down, and hold my horse; While I and this discourteous knight Do try our valour's force. The Book of Brave Old Ballads I cannot believe that you can be so deliberately and intentionally discourteous. The Nicest Girl in the School A Story of School Life Daniel was severely criticised for his discourteous treatment of the people from the City Theatre, every one of whom had come to the funeral. The Goose Man I did not mind the fact that my works were criticized, but it was the discourteous manner in which it was done. The Gentle Art of Making Enemies Yet, bring the beast, for it will doubtless not be long before I meet some discourteous knight, whom I will speedily overcome, and his horse shall be yours.’ The Red Romance Book Mr. Stevens would not be discourteous to those who were opposed to this bill: "I am aware," said he, "of the melancholy feelings with which they are approaching this funeral of the nation." History of the Thirty-Ninth Congress of the United States I cannot say I was well received by the Irish agent, a discourteous and surly fellow. Greener Than You Think "It is discourteous not to accept any impression that a lady wishes to convey to you," I answered, smiling. The King's Mirror "These people have come on purpose to see you," said Miss Maitland; "it would be not only discourteous but unkind if you were to refuse to speak to them." The New Girl at St. Chad's A Story of School Life Without being in the least discourteous, his words conveyed the impression that in so short a time there was more to be done than talk to curious travellers. There was a King in Egypt It is discourteous to have private conversations in public, Helen. Moor Fires "If Miss Sakers lends us a book, it is discourteous not to look at it." Eliza "You were not wont to be so discourteous, my prince of bonifaces." Under the Rose And she could not be so discourteous as to bid them dine at home. The Gold of Chickaree Please forgive me if I have seemed discourteous. The Lady of the Basement Flat It is through him that the all-important first impression is made, and a man who is rude or discourteous, or who, for any reason, rubs people the wrong way, simply will not do. The Book of Business Etiquette But such is my honest impression, and with me honesty is paramount;—a quality which must serve to balance my discourteous opinion, and restore me to the sex's favour. Impressions of America During the years 1833, 1834 and 1835. In Two Volumes, Volume I. The railroad man opened his mouth to make a discourteous retort reflecting on the driver's judgment of distances, but just then one of the rear wheels slipped off a rock. The Rainy Day Railroad War Never before had the Laird of Ellangowan received such a discourteous reception. Red Cap Tales Stolen from the Treasure Chest of the Wizard of the North “I am sorry to appear discourteous, Mr Maplestone, but I have no choice.” The Lady of the Basement Flat A connection which, perhaps, it has taken us several months to establish, can be terminated by one careless or discourteous act. The Book of Business Etiquette Never discourteous and often too sympathetic, he was so overcurious as to be what sailors describe as "In everybody's mess and nobody's watch." Four Years in Rebel Capitals An Inside View of Life in the Southern Confederacy from Birth to Death But I am discourteous," Blanch said, "to prate of death thus drearily. Chivalry It is as discourteous to permit a child thoughtlessly to inconvenience a neighbor, as it is wrong for the child to think that such uninvited visits are permissible. The Etiquette of To-day It would seem absurd, not to say discourteous. The Lady of the Basement Flat A contact which has taken years to build can be broken off by one snippy letter, one pert answer, or one discourteous response over the telephone. The Book of Business Etiquette "Professional! that's what the doctors say when they refuse to save your life because they don't want to be discourteous to a fellow practitioner," answered Carroll. An American Suffragette The practice of sending a card with "Accepts" or "Regrets" written on it is discourteous. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence You thereby do them an injustice which is exceedingly discourteous on the part of one who has accepted of hospitality. The Etiquette of To-day "If I have appeared discourteous, please believe that in my heart I have always fully appreciated your goodness—and that of your father." Afterwards Old-fashioned gentlemen held it discourteous to mention money at table, but in this degenerate age no subject is taboo except those that would be taboo in any decent society. The Book of Business Etiquette "It is not my habit to be discourteous," said Sir Lancelot. King Arthur and His Knights I hope that you will not think me discourteous but I should much prefer not to discuss him. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence I regard your letter as discourteous to the commanding officer of this department, and grossly insulting to myself. History of the Negro Race in America from 1619 to 1880. Vol. 2 (of 2) Negroes as Slaves, as Soldiers, and as Citizens He had therefore to put up with general distrust and brief discourteous replies. The Mark Of Cain It would have been better had he been brusque, even discourteous, replying to the morning's invitation that he was too busy to accept. The Tyranny of Weakness I pray you, be discourteous in some way so that she will cease to love you. King Arthur and His Knights It was unlike her to have made that remark, and just as unlike her to have taken his rather discourteous reply so good-naturedly. April's Lady A Novel He punishes his subjects if they rebel or are discourteous to him. Modern Persia It was discourteous if not insulting behavior to an old man and the senior commissioner; but Franklin wisely said not a word, and added his signature to those of his colleagues. Benjamin Franklin You must forgive me if I seemed discourteous.... The Tyranny of Weakness He was sour and morose," was the reply; "he always suspected his employees of cheating him, and was discourteous to his customers. Pushing to the Front He spoke in furious terms of having been attacked by Racilius in an unreasonable and discourteous manner. The Letters of Cicero, Volume 1 The Whole Extant Correspodence in Chronological Order They took leave with no more formality than that with which a private gentleman, aggrieved by discourteous treatment, withdraws from a company in which he feels that he can no longer find enjoyment. Twenty Years of Congress, Vol. 1 From Lincoln to Garfield, with a Review of the Events Which Led to the Political Revolution of 1860 “Is that your honest conviction?” asked Don Luis, who understood English perfectly, “or is it merely the expression of a little bitterness at Captain Calderon’s singularly discourteous behaviour?” The Rover's Secret A Tale of the Pirate Cays and Lagoons of Cuba She entered the dining-room timidly, expecting some comment on her discourteous absence. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 100, February, 1866 By this time as many of the other guests as were near windows and could look out without seeming to be over-eager, or discourteous to their host, were doing so. The Rose of Old St. Louis If you wish to," she answered, "but it isn't discourteous to like to be alone sometimes, is it, Mr. Carder? In Apple-Blossom Time A Fairy-Tale to Date The answer was short and yet not discourteous. Rebel Spurs Even to his officers he was arrogant, overbearing, and discourteous to an almost unbearable degree; to the men he was simply an unmitigated tyrant. The Rover's Secret A Tale of the Pirate Cays and Lagoons of Cuba "Well, the Society has power to take from its numbers, so far as ordinary members are concerned, but it is considered discourteous to reduce the honorary list." Better Dead "If it will not seem discourteous I think I shall lie down upon my bed, for I am not accustomed to travel and am a little tired." Under the Country Sky "You do not have to be unkind or discourteous," continued the doctor's even voice. Rosemary This was an unusual thing to do under the circumstances, such a question to a visitor being held amongst natives to be discourteous and suggestive of inhospitality. Kafir Stories Seven Short Stories This distant rejoinder practically ends the brief acquaintance without any discourteous rebuff. Etiquette In his gigantic and discourteous way he was one of the champions of Christendom, and his manners are interesting as a variation from the conventional heroic standards. Epic and Romance Essays on Medieval Literature He knew, as by an instinct, who it was, and, unless he would show himself discourteous, could now no longer refrain from turning round. Captain Mansana and Mother's Hands At the giant's discourteous words, Hannibal himself had started from the mood of thought in which he had seemed well-nigh buried. The Lion's Brood They were not discourteous to Ned, but they took no interest in his suggestions. Boy Scouts in the Philippines Or, The Key to the Treaty Box At Cleveland the meeting resembled occasions not unfamiliar to our people, where the speaker receives from his audience constant and discourteous demonstrations that his words are unwelcome. Twenty Years of Congress, Volume 2 From Lincoln to Garfield, with a Review of the Events Which Led to the Political Revolution of 1860 Beowulf, like Odysseus, is assailed by an envious person with discourteous words. Epic and Romance Essays on Medieval Literature This was discourteous, and though I may not be revenged upon thee, yet I declare to Heaven that I will do thee more dishonour than the value of an hundred stags.” The Mabinogion Vol. 3 "I think I have been taking a great deal of trouble for the sake of a very discourteous person," she said. The Lion's Brood "This is unusual," the lieutenant said, "irregular and discourteous." Boy Scouts in the Philippines Or, The Key to the Treaty Box I don't suppose you wish to be deliberately discourteous, do you? The Lady Paramount "Very well," returned Katharine in a tone that made Ethel feel that her friend considered that she was being discourteous to her guest. Ethel Morton's Holidays It would be inopportune and discourteous to weary you with philosophical discussions. A Public Appeal for Redress to the Corporation and Overseers of Harvard University Professor Royce's Libel You will forgive me, I know, if I seem discourteous," went on the priest, "but I trust you understand the terms on which you come. By What Authority? "It does seem so," I admitted, loth to talk, yet not wishing to be discourteous. The Holladay Case A Tale We don't wish to be discourteous or insolent, Sire, but we know that you do know something about this. Man of Many Minds Not or deed or word discourteous—not the slightest hast thou done; Hadst thou, I might not resent it—freely would I pardon all. Nala and Damayanti and Other Poems Even the superb claret was not enough to fortify me against words so harsh, and tones so discourteous, as those his lordship permitted himself to use. The Triumphs of Eugène Valmont There they were admitted to the presence of the Vizier, before whom two Moollahs, the most ignorant and discourteous whom he had met in Persia, were set to argue with the English priest. Pioneers and Founders or, Recent Workers in the Mission field He took little notice of any of the women, treating them alike with a brusque indifference that was not discourteous, but seemed to lump them as necessary but useless units in an important whole. The Emigrant Trail It was his discourteous whim to keep them waiting in the back of the room until he had finished. Steve Yeager Its appearance has been purposely delayed hitherto, to avoid discourteous clashing with Mrs. Gaskell’s new work. Charlotte Brontë and Her Circle The wood is open to all, and even were it not, we should be discourteous, indeed, did we refuse to share our shade with others. The Tiger of Mysore A Story of the War with Tippoo Saib Still, despite his discourteous words, his tone changed; it was almost apologetic. Suzanna Stirs the Fire True, they never came; but Gifford had once read law with Mr. Denner, and knew and loved the little gentleman, so he could not do a thing which might appear discourteous. John Ward, Preacher How indeed is a man who is a gentleman to say such a discourteous thing to a lady for whom he has once professed affection? Vera Nevill Or, Poor Wisdom's Chance He was surprised, he says, to receive so discourteous an answer to his letter. The Arian Controversy At the end of three weeks a coarse and discourteous paean was sung in the Woche. Georges Guynemer Knight of the Air “He has grown and changed so, father,” Lucina had said; “I did not mean to be discourteous, and I will remember him another time.” Jerome, A Poor Man A Novel “Yet, believe me, I hate awfully to seem discourteous about it.” The Submarine Boys and the Middies "I do not think that you shall marry any one who is not a Douglas!" he said, with a certain grave and not discourteous irony in his tones. The Black Douglas It is rude to sneer at and depreciate goods, and exceedingly discourteous to the salesman. Our Deportment Or the Manners, Conduct and Dress of the Most Refined Society The discourteous intruder was now visible for his inspection. Masques & Phases I find it exceedingly difficult to say this, and I confess I have even prayed that you would be led to go away voluntarily, and without its being necessary for me to appear discourteous. Beth Norvell A Romance of the West "Achmed!" he began—with such discourteous curtness did he address the Sultan! Halil the Pedlar A Tale of Old Stambul The single glance I obtained of the discourteous offender gave me an idea of chimneys. Trifles for the Christmas Holidays It is not regarded as discourteous to break an engagement for this reason. Our Deportment Or the Manners, Conduct and Dress of the Most Refined Society I had looked in her direction, lest I might seem discourteous to some acquaintance; but this was a stranger. Up in Ardmuirland Telephone Etiquette.—"Central" could disclose how discourteous many women who pique themselves on their good manners can be when they are "calling down" the tradesman who has made a mistake in filling their order. Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada And it would be frightfully discourteous on my part to fall asleep in my chair. The Princess Elopes To begin to speak without having first recognized some presiding officer and the audience stamps one immediately as thoughtless, unpractised, or worse still—discourteous. Public Speaking The Latins had a discourteous word to designate thisPg 158 collection of precious knick-knackery; they called it the "woman's world," as though it were indeed all that there was in the world for women. The Wonders of Pompeii "Your Majesty is pleased to be discourteous—but it seems to be a Dalberg characteristic," she sneered. The Colonel of the Red Huzzars "Thank you; I did not think you would be so discourteous… But touching money reminds me that doubtless there is some such about you—perhaps you will permit me to count it for you." Beatrix of Clare The Miss Hiloes were not unwilling to be on good terms with her, but that, she told them, was impossible while they were so ostentatiously discourteous to her friend, Janey Fricker. The Vicissitudes of Bessie Fairfax In the first place the speaker runs the risk of appearing at least discourteous, if not actually rude, to his audience. Public Speaking He stood cap in hand, his whole bearing respectful, for he did not intend to be discourteous even to this known adventuress. The Submarine Boys and the Spies Dodging the Sharks of the Deep As to the latter, it must be borne in mind that my invitation was in the nature of a command, which it would have been vastly discourteous to decline. The Colonel of the Red Huzzars "Yet, believe me, I hate awfully to seem discourteous about it." The Submarine Boys and the Middies The Prize Detail at Annapolis Rough, rugged, almost discourteous at times; hating shams and penetrating them with an unerring instinct, but tenderness itself to the really distressed. The Discipline of War Nine Addresses on the Lessons of the War in Connection with Lent The real offense is committed by the speaker who proves himself so inconsiderate, so discourteous of the conditions that he places himself in such an embarrassing circumstance. Public Speaking He said nothing that was discourteous; but he always wounded the delicate feelings of Oswald by speaking with too much boldness or too much levity upon what interested him. Corinne, Volume 1 (of 2) Or Italy In his quaint halting English he began to tell her that he feared he had been most discourteous. A Lover in Homespun And Other Stories Hopkins the discourteous came in with a card, which he presented to his principal. Elster's Folly This is nowhere done, for there are many bits of information which come to a Government through its diplomatic connections which it would be indelicate, discourteous, or unwise to give to the public. The New York Times Current History of the European War, Vol. 1, January 9, 1915 What Americans Say to Europe At the risk of appearing discourteous, Mrs. Parker, I shall have to ask you to excuse me this morning. The Pride of Palomar I hear that it is still continued to be performed—a piece of obstinacy for which it is some consolation to think that the discourteous histrio will be out of pocket. Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 5 With His Letters and Journals It would be discourteous in me, Highness," he said, "to doubt your word. Charred Wood "O, thou art most discourteous, my Prince," the fan-bearer remonstrated, turning away. The Yoke A Romance of the Days when the Lord Redeemed the Children of Israel from the Bondage of Egypt But this is mere conjecture, for I know nothing about it—except that every body are very kind to her, and not discourteous to me. Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 4 With His Letters and Journals "Indeed, ma'am, 'twas with no discourteous intention, but seeing you were safe with your friends I--I--in short, ma'am--" Desmond stopped in confusion, at a loss for a satisfactory explanation. In Clive's Command A Story of the Fight for India You do not think, Mistress Atherton is—is a little—discourteous and sharp sometimes. The King's Achievement But it would be worse than discourteous were I to accept it. Charred Wood What I beheld in truth yesterday I have seen in dreams—the discourteous hand put forth to seize thee and the power back of it to enforce its demand. The Yoke A Romance of the Days when the Lord Redeemed the Children of Israel from the Bondage of Egypt But when they presented it to Welles, he firmly refused, stating that though he concurred with them in judgment, it would be discourteous and unfriendly to the President to adopt such a course. A Short Life of Abraham Lincoln Condensed from Nicolay & Hay's Abraham Lincoln: A History Sir," I said, "I did not mean to be discourteous. Oddsfish! Sorrow or any other intemperance of feeling seemed a discourteous disturbance of an atmosphere filled with this resigned harmony. The Judge He would have thought it discourteous to leave his friends," he said at last, "or to whisper an answer to a messenger in their presence. Marietta A Maid of Venice Of course you must present yourself to him some time or other; it would be most discourteous not to. Austin and His Friends It’s rather a discourteous bit of courtesy, tossing them in through the window that way, I think, but I presume they mean well. The Pursuit of the House-Boat Being Some Further Account of the Divers Doings of the Associated Shades, under the Leadership of Sherlock Holmes, Esq. Indeed, his whole conduct during the dinner and concert was decidedly discourteous, if not positively rude. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 84, October, 1864 I have no wish to be discourteous to a lady, especially to one of my own church workers; but after what has passed I find it very difficult to forgive her.' Uncle Max Far and wide were wandering crowds, surly, defiant, discourteous, exacting. The City of Delight A Love Drama of the Siege and Fall of Jerusalem This cannot be true, for so great a man as Gladstone would not stoop to rousing his countrymen to riotous and discourteous acts. The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 1, No. 34, July 1, 1897 A Weekly Magazine for Boys and Girls Besides being a great waste of time, the repeating of answers is discourteous, and is a source of distraction, and annoyance to pupils. How to Teach Religion Principles and Methods Even when his voice deepens and he is well launched on a long argument, he is never brutally dogmatic, never cruelly discourteous. Plum Pudding Of Divers Ingredients, Discreetly Blended & Seasoned The 1,400 Americans in Berlin and those in the smaller cities of Germany have little cause to complain of discourteous treatment. Germany, The Next Republic? "Indeed!" responded Lionel, who could not be so discourteous as not to answer. Verner's Pride He took in good part a rather discourteous interruption by Lincoln, and referred to him in generous terms, as "a kind, amiable, and intelligent gentleman, a good citizen, and an honorable opponent." Stephen A. Douglas A Study in American Politics This departure may seem discourteous, but then Miss Greeby liked to be treated like a comrade and without ceremony. Red Money My discourteous knight thought, doubtless, I had tumbled into the roaring abyss; for the night mist hung below, and I heard a huge fragment of rock, loosened in my descent, plunge into the dimly-rolling waters. Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1 "Yes; and I think we should be most ungrateful and discourteous to her, as well as impolitic with relation to ourselves and to our social future, not to accept the proposition." Sevenoaks I thought it discourteous in the artists of the new Impressionist school, to sneer a little at Bierstadt's great paintings, as if he could ever be set back as a bye-gone or a has-been. Memories and Anecdotes After mentioning a discourteous reply to Robertson the historian, which was subsequently confirmed by Boswell, she proceeds to show that Johnson was no gentler to herself or those for whom he had the greatest regard. Autobiography, Letters and Literary Remains of Mrs. Piozzi (Thrale) (2nd ed.) (2 vols.) Edited with notes and Introductory Account of her life and writings Molteno, though never discourteous, received him coldly, and objected to his making speeches. The Life of Froude Intoxicated with joy, they vowed a summary vengeance on the discourteous knight who had so vilely entreated him. Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1 He must either be discourteous to two gentlemanly strangers, one of them his wife’s relative, or admit them with some show of politeness. The Stowmarket Mystery Or, A Legacy of Hate "I had not meant to be discourteous," said she contritely; "but tell me more of these forest-lands." The White Wolf and Other Fireside Tales A discourteous return would puzzle them; a harsh complaint would wound deeply. A Midsummer Drive Through the Pyrenees It is with no desire to be discourteous that we venture any comparison between the Galatea of Miss Anderson and of Mrs. Kendal. Mary Anderson "Thou discourteous churl! give me but the vantage of a weapon like thine own, and I will fight thee honestly and without flinching." Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1 I did not wish to seem discourteous, which is the reason I welcome you in person. The Boy Allies Under the Sea Sylvia sat down, as if she meant to continue the conversation, which was far from what he desired, but he could not be discourteous. Ranching for Sylvia But he did not accede to my wishes, and continued to shout in rather a discourteous manner. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 102, May 28, 1892 No; but I cannot imagine any man being discourteous to you. The Sword Maker A report of an Egyptian officer was afterwards found in one of the forts, in which he complained of the use of the electric light by the English as distinctly discourteous. The Development of the European Nations, 1870-1914 (5th ed.) You hold the jest so stiff, 'twill prove discourteous, This house I mean, the pleasures of this place. Rule a Wife, and Have a Wife Beaumont & Fletcher's Works (3 of 10) To refrain is selfish in you, and discourteous to both the girl and your hostess. Manners and Conduct in School and Out With a slight nod of the head, dignified rather than discourteous, she departed, leaving him, to the great interest of the passers-by, leaning on his stick and staring after her. The Street Called Straight And we will be so discourteous to the stranger within our gates," said the vivacious Kitty, "as to give you a jolly good beating, Captain Orme. The Way of a Man Exchanging Wedding Presents Some people think it discourteous if a bride changes the present chosen for her. Etiquette It seemed to him discourteous to press her; he waited for her to explain her presence. Helmet of Navarre The doorkeeper answered in a very discourteous way that it was none of his business where the senators were. Fifty-Two Story Talks to Boys and Girls I don't think I could ever accept it as natural; it's too discourteous in its interruption of many dreams and plans and loves. Carry On Letters in War-Time Yet the king had bidden me stay, and I had no reason for what would be discourteous at least, if it did not look like flight. King Alfred's Viking A Story of the First English Fleet But if she does not wait, then she is rather discourteous. Etiquette He was indeed sometimes a little ridiculous, with his paint and his artificial smile—he was often petulant and unreasonable in little things; but he was never unkind to her, nor discourteous. Saracinesca And had he possessed but a single spouse, most discourteous, surely, to have overlooked the princess; much more, then, as it is; and by how-much the more, a plurality exceeds a unit. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I "Hail, Rabbi," spoke the stranger passing by, But Simeon thus, discourteous, made reply: "Say, are there in thy city many more, Like unto thee, an insult to the eye?" Chapters on Jewish Literature I then needs must be so discourteous as to reply that they were "too small." Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 6 Whipping out his sabre with a rapid gesture, and merely muttering a discourteous and grudging: "Be on your guard!" he dealt a cut at the student which threatened to cleave him in two. The Son of Clemenceau He was evidently struck with my husband's reply to his question, put in a most discourteous tone, "Pray, what makes a gentleman: I'll thank you to answer me that?" The Backwoods of Canada Being Letters From The Wife of an Emigrant Officer, Illustrative of the Domestic Economy of British America He was ever too polished a gentleman to be discourteous. The Rocks of Valpre Yet he found it very Hard to be discourteous to one who came in and did the Brother Act. People You Know I could not be discourteous to Donald and I'm quite certain his wife has as much right in our church as you have. Kindred of the Dust Hedwig answered without even a little impertinence and the other did not resent what sounded discourteous. The Son of Clemenceau It seemed discourteous to throw the sticks away—so soon, anyway; besides, he had curiosity to know just what they were and how they acted. Two Little Savages Being the adventures of two boys who lived as Indians and what they learned Akaky Akakiyevich would have declined; but all declared that it was discourteous, that it was simply a sin and a shame, and that he could not possibly refuse. Best Russian Short Stories Perhaps, however, covered hands, as well as a covered head, may have been considered discourteous. Notes and Queries, Number 41, August 10, 1850 It was so Scattergood always ended a conversation, abruptly, but as one became accustomed to it it was neither abrupt nor discourteous. Scattergood Baines And with this discourteous reflection upon Madame d'Aranjuez he consoled himself. Don Orsino Antonyms: inaffable, discourteous. affect, v. act upon, move, touch, influence, melt; concern, bear upon, interest; dispose, turn, incline. affectation, n. mannerism, pretension, puppetry, simulation. affected, a. assumed, feigned, simulated, unnatural. Putnam's Word Book To have objected to sleeping in the house, however, would have been considered discourteous and offensive. What I Saw in California This hint, however discourteous in its terms, had some significance as coming from a man who was six inches taller than Mr. Roscorla. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 90, June, 1875 But no one dared to say a discourteous word, and after amusing ourselves by a few games of billiards, we mounted our horses and returned to Shepherd's for the night. A Texas Matchmaker Haste seemed discourteous to the memory of Freud, but he would want the best for the service. A Backward Glance at Eighty Recollections & comment It is not merely from the satirist that we learn how discourteous the Roman grandee might be at his own table if he chose. Life in the Roman World of Nero and St. Paul Trollope observes that, while he was never rough or discourteous even to the most exasperating fool, "the men used to be rather afraid of Browning." Robert Browning They had captured the Rev. Joseph Strelitski and brought him back to dinner, Esther would have excused herself from the meal, but Mrs. Goldsmith insisted the minister would think her absence intentionally discourteous. Children of the Ghetto A Study of a Peculiar People "If we meet him at the houses of our friends, we must do what we can not to be discourteous to them if he is their guest." The Mettle of the Pasture Gently and sorrowfully Lancelot repulsed her, and, by her father's advice, was even so discourteous as to leave her without a special farewell. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art Some more refreshment was offered her in a decided but not discourteous manner, and she partook of it, remembering that exhaustion might add to her perils. A Reputed Changeling Or Three Seventh Years Two Centuries Ago Coolidge exhibited no enthusiasm over the proposition; indeed West felt his response almost discourteous, yet this very suspicion aroused his own desire to make one of the party. The Case and the Girl |
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