| 单词 | draw rein |
| 例句 | He carried a long spear, and his horse kicked up a stinging shower of shingle as he drew rein. Beowulf: A New Telling 1968-01-01T00:00:00Z They drew rein in Sparta before the lordly dwelling, a house far more splendid than either young man had ever seen. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z He drew rein and waited for Brother Luke to come abreast of him. The Door in the Wall 1949-01-03T00:00:00Z "The Gates of the Moon," her uncle said as the party drew rein. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z They drew rein before the city gates, and looked up to see Dany on the wall above them. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z The black knight walked his horse into the shallow water, and drew rein in front of them. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z Finally Baelish drew rein in front of a ramshackle building, three stories, timbered, its windows bright with lamplight in the gathering dusk. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Thus they kept on, and never drew rein till they came to the bank of a river, which had to be crossed in a boat. From Egypt to Japan 2012-04-19T02:00:28.147Z Five minutes later he drew rein, uttering an exclamation of surprise. Frank Merriwell's Backers The Pride of His Friends 2012-04-14T02:00:22.840Z Two days later Ronald drew rein in front of Mr. Armstrong's house, late in the afternoon. The Curse of Carne's Hold A Tale of Adventure 2012-04-06T02:00:24.610Z Then I drew rein and stood in the road, in a fit of excitement and indecision. The Red Cockade 2012-03-30T02:00:19.603Z When I drew rein by him he was sheathing his sword. The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z As he passed the bridge at Riddsley he thought of the Boshams, and weary as he was, he drew rein at their door. The Great House 2012-03-30T02:00:14.973Z Be ready, however, to draw rein sufficient to give her some support as soon as she has landed. Patroclus and Penelope A Chat in the Saddle 2012-03-26T02:00:39.977Z Turning a bend of the road, Bartolomé drew rein with a flourish before a quaint dwelling by the wayside; and we realized that we had reached the Hospederia. The Fortunate Isles Life and Travel in Majorca, Minorca and Iviza 2012-03-21T02:00:34.053Z Oswald drew rein a moment, and gazed about him searchingly--but in vain. Fickle Fortune 2012-03-20T02:00:13.167Z I divined that the watchman had run into the town with the riders, and I drew rein in doubt, listening and looking. The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z He topped the hill beyond Bowness, and drew rein an instant to scan the islets set here and there on the sullen water. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z And then, with a cry of rage, he drew rein a little, discovering what was before him. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z The new-comer dashed past without deigning notice, nor drew rein till he reached the entrance of the villa. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z The coachman drew rein, contemplated the block before him with an ominous shake of the head, and then turned to speak to some one inside the carriage. Fickle Fortune 2012-03-20T02:00:13.167Z Master Bertie drew rein suddenly, and turning in the saddle we listened. The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z But Clavering was galloping down the hillside by this time, and did not draw rein to answer him. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z The monster temple and the great square of Marduk were aglow with the sunset as Amraphel's chariot drew rein at the platform steps. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z Choking a ridiculous feeling of frightened apprehension, Diana drew rein. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z In another five minutes he was beyond effective range, and with a sigh of contentment drew rein. Carry On! A Story of the Fight for Bagdad 2012-01-31T03:00:13.130Z Three lumbermen came riding into the circle of light, and drew rein before her in astonishment. Hoof and Claw 2012-01-28T03:00:27.507Z "I did not take the wager," cries Dorothy, as she drew rein; she added demurely, "But only because he could not have paid had he lost." Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z Of a sudden he drew rein, and the sound stopped. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z Virginia, who had followed his lead across the plough, at some little distance, because she knew he would not like her riding in his pocket, came through the gap, and drew rein by his side. The Eldest Son 2012-01-24T03:00:28.780Z Immediately he set out for Madrid, and without hardly drawing rein he rode straight to the Alcazar. The First Governess of the Netherlands, Margaret of Austria 2012-01-10T03:00:13.777Z Black Pete Spooner rode along at an easy amble, and outside the fence he drew rein and sang out in a grave and utterly unembarrassed voice: "Gentlemen, may I alight and have speech with you?" The Code of the Mountains 2012-01-07T03:00:15.050Z He remembered his employer's phrase, and at once drew rein beside the car. The Money Gods 2012-01-04T03:00:39.617Z "Then," says she, "we will travel no further afield to-day," and she drew rein before the first inn we came to. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z At the same instant a rider drew rein in front of him. A Bride from the Bush 2011-12-24T03:08:05.053Z Crossing these at fast trot, the driver never drawing rein, the novice is shot about, in his white-covered two-wheeled cab with its large springs, like a pea in a bladder. The Romance of Industry and Invention 2011-12-19T03:00:43.870Z A negro boy, riding a colt and carrying an empty basket, came jogging down the avenue and into the pike, where he drew rein in response to Newt Spooner's signal. The Code of the Mountains 2012-01-07T03:00:15.050Z And it was at the time of the evening, the time that the women go out to draw water; and we drew rein and watched them, even as Jacob watched Rachel. By Desert Ways to Baghdad 2011-12-18T03:00:22.240Z They had ridden some little way in silence, when suddenly Archie drew rein. From Squire to Squatter A Tale of the Old Land and the New 2011-12-13T03:00:26.557Z He does not draw rein again for a good hour. Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z "What do you want?" blazed the foreman, drawing rein, his face dark with anger. Hopalong Cassidy 2011-12-08T03:00:21.663Z When he drew rein at the baker's door he was too late for all but consolation. The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z So they watched the two crews advance, till a sudden shout caused the drivers to draw rein. A Boy of the Dominion A Tale of Canadian Immigration 2011-12-05T03:00:47.097Z “The boy will be killed!” was the cry, and every lady then drew rein and held her breath. From Squire to Squatter A Tale of the Old Land and the New 2011-12-13T03:00:26.557Z As we rode on to a camping ground that night we saw the smoke of fires in the distance, and after about half an hour drew rein near a camp of strange Indians. Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z Red Connors, riding back to the house from the horse herd, drew rein for a final word. Hopalong Cassidy 2011-12-08T03:00:21.663Z “Have you been long settled in this country, Mr Bilderjik?” asked George, as they drew rein after a sharp ride of half an hour. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z A quarter of a mile away, before entering a patch of bush, he drew rein and looked back. From Veldt Camp Fires 2011-12-01T03:00:21.397Z And then Mr. Kingston made her draw rein under a clump of trees, while she looked back at the city they had left behind, glorified in the light of the sinking sun. A Mere Chance, Vol. 1 of 3 A Novel 2011-11-24T03:00:44.097Z We had halted, and when within about fifty yards of us, at a word of command from Kaiso, the troop suddenly drew rein, and stood like statues, looking most delightfully picturesque. Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z But the result was that they tried to take advantage of their period in office to swell their personal fortunes, without allowing themselves to be deterred by any scruples or drawing rein to their appetites. The Social Evolution of the Argentine Republic 2011-11-24T03:00:43.903Z But the dawn now began to dapple the skies, and with the first light appeared a scene so startling, that our two travellers drew rein to gaze with wonder on it. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z The colors were flying and a scent of coffee floated generously about, when two men on horseback came galloping along and drew rein at the foot of Comalong hill. The Girl Scouts at Camp Comalong Peg of Tamarack Hills 2011-11-17T03:00:34.720Z Qaṣír, however, sprang on the mare's back and galloped thirty miles without drawing rein. A Literary History of the Arabs 2011-11-13T03:00:15.660Z He drew rein in amazement; I rose from my log and stood before him in the deepest confusion. Thirty Years in Australia 2011-10-25T02:00:27.397Z Away up the mountain road, Esther Bright and Kenneth Hastings drew rein. The Angel of the Gila: A Tale of Arizona 2011-10-16T02:00:17.623Z The Major drew rein, and unstrapping his field-glass looked in the direction indicated by his young friend. The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z Presently he drew rein and muttered a call to Snipe, and the lad spurred up alongside. From School to Battle-field A Story of the War Days 2011-10-10T02:00:19.987Z The sun had not yet risen when they wheeled into the gateway and drew rein at Melissa's villa. The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z Soon they reached a hillock, and here the Prince drew rein, and, stooping down, cried in a strange, uncanny whisper, "Open, open, Green Hill, and let the Prince, and his horse, and his hound enter." The Scottish Fairy Book 2011-09-27T02:00:17.480Z But if she was unconscious of the fact, a horseman who drew rein a short distance away, and who watched her intently a few moments, was not. The Angel of the Gila: A Tale of Arizona 2011-10-16T02:00:17.623Z “We will off-saddle for an hour or so, William,” said he, drawing rein and dismounting near the entrance to the ravine. The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z They had seen the cavalry going up the north bank a day or two before, and they never drew rein until they found them. Trumpeter Fred A Story of the Plains 2011-09-15T02:00:11.393Z Then he turned and came slowly up along the line, drawing rein here and there to speak a word of confidence and encouragement. The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z Now it's you to play," she told him as they drew rein; "and I want to hear some of your adventures. My Lord Duke 2011-09-09T02:01:11.940Z Rapidly she rode, nor did she draw rein when she entered the town but galloped straight to the 135 pier. The Blue Grass Seminary Girls on the Water Exciting Adventures on a Summer Cruise Through the Panama Canal 2011-09-05T02:00:21.637Z Without drawing rein they had ridden up the steep, central street of Valoise, and then they had turned straight into the courtyard of the Tournebride. The Red Cross Barge 2011-09-05T02:00:20.603Z "I have at hand a pair of English jennets which will carry us thirty leagues without drawing rein." The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z "By Zeus, Leonidas!" cried the foremost of the riders, drawing rein and pointing to the Acropolis, "that is worth riding all night to see!" The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z Their character and intentions will never be known, for Sylvia abruptly drew rein—throwing her horse on his haunches as she did so—then she turned in her own length, and awaited her gratuitous escort. The Sixth Sense A Novel 2011-08-24T02:00:18.870Z Cedric, on the tall war horse, quickly drew ahead, then, seeing me losing ground, drew rein till I overtook him. Cedric, the Forester 2011-08-17T02:00:29.077Z They drew rein, and in a few minutes the dense white vapour insensibly melted and the sun shone. Greene Ferne Farm 2011-08-14T02:00:22.210Z When we draw rein and look about a minute, We see no field but God is somewhere in it; He made the eagle and the lion, I've heard; Why not the monkey and the chipping-bird? City Ballads 2011-08-04T02:00:21.027Z And now, troubled in mind about the fate of those he sought to save, he once more pushed on, till the broken ground again compelled him to draw rein. Midnight Webs 2011-07-29T02:00:30.077Z The sheriff drew rein beside the car and spoke to one of the two occupants of the double seat, saying: "Well, Mr. Smith, we're all here." The Real Man 2011-07-29T02:00:28.280Z Suddenly Cedric drew rein and turned aside behind a sheltering ledge. Cedric, the Forester 2011-08-17T02:00:29.077Z But Felix St. Bees, riding towards Warren House once more, as he reached the first slopes of the hills, was suddenly bathed in the glory, and drew rein and gazed about him. Greene Ferne Farm 2011-08-14T02:00:22.210Z And right joyously did we ride without drawing rein, and exactly at the hour named, we arrived at the place where my dear lady sometimes sojourned. The Book of the Duke of True Lovers 2011-07-18T02:00:24.030Z Kilpatrick hailed him, and he drew rein long enough to cry out, as he waved his flag: “Lee has surrendered!” McClure's Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 1 2011-07-17T02:00:36.813Z At the top of the rise the horsewoman drew rein and shaded her eyes with a gauntleted hand. The Real Man 2011-07-29T02:00:28.280Z Cedric drew rein for an instant, and we heard them splashing through the shallows of the ford, and then their running feet on the path beyond. Cedric, the Forester 2011-08-17T02:00:29.077Z He looked back, saw the landlord panting after him, and drew rein and waited till he came up. Greene Ferne Farm 2011-08-14T02:00:22.210Z An exclamation of intense astonishment burst from the young fellow’s lips, and he drew rein quickly. Peggy Owen at Yorktown 2011-07-17T02:00:35.830Z David Owen came out of the farmhouse as they drew rein before it. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z A little thrill ran through her as she watched him swing past at a canter and draw rein between the house and the stables. By Right of Purchase 2011-07-14T02:00:10.167Z We had come a mile or more from the pathway when of a sudden the forester drew rein and looked with care about him. Cedric, the Forester 2011-08-17T02:00:29.077Z Without a word, he galloped across field and moor, never drawing rein until he reached the garden of the Staatsr�thin. Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z Harriet Owen turned, saw her, then drew rein and spoke to the officer who rode by her side. Peggy Owen at Yorktown 2011-07-17T02:00:35.830Z The exclamation burst from the lips of a slender girl mounted upon a small black mare, and she drew rein abruptly. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z On the farther side of the summit they came out above a thick plantation; and there they drew rein and waited, unsheltered, bare to the sky overhead. Barnaby A Novel 2011-07-12T02:00:39.777Z I drew rein, and we dismounted, laying the boy on the leaves by the side of a little brook. Cedric, the Forester 2011-08-17T02:00:29.077Z A hundred yards from Peeler's front gate he drew rein and listened. The Sins of the Father A Romance of the South 2011-07-10T02:00:23.033Z A battle!” cried Harriet excitedly as they drew rein to listen. Peggy Owen at Yorktown 2011-07-17T02:00:35.830Z So it happened that when directly she came to a place where the road diverged into two forks, she drew rein in bewilderment. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z I drew rein and he came panting to the buggy. A House Party with the Tucker Twins 2011-07-10T02:00:20.543Z Instantly the rider fell headlong to the ground, and his companions drew rein in confusion. Cedric, the Forester 2011-08-17T02:00:29.077Z Mile after mile fled away like a dream before either of the girls thought of drawing rein. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z The traveller draws rein for a little while, till the counting-in process is accomplished, then rides down to the kraal gate and dismounts. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z “I will, but——” She paused and drew rein abruptly. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z As the horseman drew rein, Oliver looked up into his face and said, "Man, you will not ride over me, will you?" Four American Naval Heroes Paul Jones, Admiral Farragut, Oliver H. Perry, Admiral Dewey 2011-07-04T02:00:24.047Z Baird drew rein and looked back at the looming Mine Banks. Nobody's Child 2011-06-29T02:00:24.827Z "I thought you'd never come, or else that you had already passed the gate without me seeing you!" cried Sally in an eager undertone when he drew rein. The Night Riders A Thrilling Story of Love, Hate and Adventure, Graphically Depicting the Tobacco Uprising in Kentucky 2011-06-23T02:00:24.513Z A few minutes more, and the two horsemen drew rein in front of the cattle kraal. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z She smiled a farewell, and set off at speed, drawing rein presently before a large double brick house at the western extremity of the town, just across from the State House. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z As he drew rein in the courtyard of the first large adobe dwelling, and received the grave welcome of a strange but kindly face, he saw around him everywhere the past unchanged. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z We drew rein for a few minutes, there beneath the great trees. A Cry in the Wilderness 2011-06-01T02:00:28.933Z When at last they swung around the curve of the pike and came in sight of the New Pike gate, the captain drew rein and called a brief halt. The Night Riders A Thrilling Story of Love, Hate and Adventure, Graphically Depicting the Tobacco Uprising in Kentucky 2011-06-23T02:00:24.513Z In this way they rode on in the pleasant sunshine, and eventually drew rein in front of a prettily situated though roughly built house of red brick, with thatched roof and high stoep. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z Too much surprised to do more than call after her, Peggy drew rein, undecided what course to pursue. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z At the door of the yellow cottage on a rear street, Dunaway pointed out as the residence of his father-in-law, Mr. Doggett drew rein. The Tobacco Tiller A Tale of the Kentucky Tobacco Fields 2011-06-01T02:00:27.327Z Not until she had reached that extreme projection of land, where the wooing green crept out from the forest as far as it might, did she draw rein. The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z And the driver drew rein with a troubled face. Peccavi 2011-05-17T02:00:22.620Z At length he drew rein before a thatched, white-washed dwelling, a typical specimen of the rougher class of frontier farmhouse. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z The foremost dragoon reeled slightly, recovered his balance immediately, and drew rein with his right arm hanging limply by his side. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z Once well past the bridge, seated in her present carriage, with her future carriage tagging contentedly behind, Mrs. Doggett in real vexation, drew rein to consider. The Tobacco Tiller A Tale of the Kentucky Tobacco Fields 2011-06-01T02:00:27.327Z Not many paces distant the word was given to halt, and, as they obeyed, on the other side of the monument the strange men likewise drew rein. The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z For a horseman rode rapidly on to the far end of the green, crossed it straight without drawing rein, and proceeded up the ascent of the base-court. Trevethlan (Vol 3 of 3) A Cornish Story. 2011-05-17T02:00:19.780Z Still wondering at this unlooked-for sight, the Englishmen spurred on till they drew rein outside the twin towers that guarded the gate of Hennebon. The Winning of the Golden Spurs 2011-05-17T02:00:18.050Z She ran to the window just in time to see a party of youths and maidens draw rein before the door. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z The mare began running again; he drew rein with a violence that brought the animal's front feet high in air and almost threw her to the ground. Sons and Fathers 2011-05-16T02:00:19.893Z As the party drew rein near the gate, two guards armed with heavy swords and long spears, challenged their entrance, and demanded their business. Corianton A Nephite Story 2011-04-28T02:00:14.830Z And then as he drew rein he noticed that Gilbert, instead of showing gladness, looked sorely troubled and annoyed. The Golden Galleon BEING A NARRATIVE OF THE ADVENTURES OF MASTER GILBERT OGLANDER, AND OF HOW, IN THE YEAR 1591, HE FOUGHT UNDER THE GALLANT SIR 2011-04-25T02:00:10.333Z On this latter point he could not be enlightened, save that a mounted messenger had passed the Abbey that morning without drawing rein. The Winning of the Golden Spurs 2011-05-17T02:00:18.050Z She drew rein and fished what seemed to be salted almonds from her sweater pocket. The Siege of the Seven Suitors 2011-04-25T02:00:08.730Z She drew rein before the iron gate and boldly entered, leaving Isham with the vehicle. Sons and Fathers 2011-05-16T02:00:19.893Z A weary-eyed ostler in a blue blouse and huge wooden sabots, from which bunches of straw protruded at the heel came leisurely forward when Gaston drew rein. Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z She drew rein, and the master falconer approached her with his square frame round his waist, on which were perched some half-dozen hawks with their hoods and bells and their scarlet tufts. The Golden Galleon BEING A NARRATIVE OF THE ADVENTURES OF MASTER GILBERT OGLANDER, AND OF HOW, IN THE YEAR 1591, HE FOUGHT UNDER THE GALLANT SIR 2011-04-25T02:00:10.333Z When in front of the Hampshire companies the King again drew rein, and surveyed the stern, determined faces of the men on whom the brunt of the attack had fallen. The Winning of the Golden Spurs 2011-05-17T02:00:18.050Z Several country vehicles passed while they labored, and at last a country fellow driving a one-horse cart drew rein and regarded them with grave interest. The Motor Maids by Rose, Shamrock and Thistle 2011-04-14T02:00:48.987Z When she drew rein at a convenient corner he alighted. Sons and Fathers 2011-05-16T02:00:19.893Z He involuntarily hurried his horse, reached the place, and, driving to the very edge, drew rein. Studies in the Out-Lying Fields of Psychic Science 2011-04-14T02:00:40.453Z At a signal from his fellow afoot, he drew rein. Lonesome Town 2011-04-12T02:00:24.580Z Where the trees were thickest in the valley he drew rein by a low, long house that stood back to the road. The Deemster 2011-04-08T02:00:08.197Z He drew rein sharply, and the animal stood fidgeting and fretful. The Way of the Strong 2011-04-07T02:00:21.387Z Several miles had been covered, when they saw in the distance a glimmer of light among the trees and Evan drew rein. Sons and Fathers 2011-05-16T02:00:19.893Z He drew rein, and snarled— "Treason and murder are merry sport, doubtless, but it ends in hanging, drawing, and quartering." The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z So he drew rein, and sate in his saddle waiting for them to come up. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z Promptly deciding to do so, they wheel round and gallop back, ventre à terre; not slowing pace nor drawing rein till they have reached the western elbow of the lake. The Lost Mountain A Tale of Sonora 2011-03-23T02:00:19.250Z Here she drew rein and glanced about her for guidance. The Way of the Strong 2011-04-07T02:00:21.387Z He drew rein abruptly, and they saw that it was Gid Fletcher, the blacksmith of the Settlement. The Prophet of the Great Smoky Mountains 2011-03-22T02:00:18.637Z The old mare was covered with foam when we drew rein at the inn door, and her rider fain to be out of saddle, for Mr. Butharwick was no keen horseman. The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z We drew rein, and looked at each other, for the horsemen seemed to have gone both ways—up the watercourse and down it. The Treasure of the Tigris A Tale of Mesopotamia 2011-03-22T02:00:16.873Z "Give you three guesses," said Dymock, drawing rein with a grin on his clever, keen face. The Daughter Pays 2011-03-19T02:00:09.513Z We, being on the look-out, were naturally the first to draw rein; but the Cossacks, upon their side hardly less watchful, were quickly at the halt and eyeing us wonderingly. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z As he drew rein before the inn-door, the stranger drew back. Sharing Her Crime 2011-03-04T03:00:54.907Z My friend drew rein, and cursed all Dutchmen with a vehemence that might have provoked laughter from a cooler companion. The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z We topped the ridge, and without drawing rein drank in the scene before us. The Treasure of the Tigris A Tale of Mesopotamia 2011-03-22T02:00:16.873Z Being thirsty, he drew rein near a house where a gentleman was at work in the yard, whom he asked for a drink of water. Life of Heber C. Kimball, an Apostle The Father and Founder of the British Mission 2011-02-21T03:00:08.060Z I perceived that we were lost, and, drawing rein, I compelled my nephew to realise the extent of our misfortune. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z I mounted him, dashed through the town, and never drew rein till I reached a river, the waters whereof bubbled and foamed, and I was forced to stop to give the good beast rest. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z I drew rein, expecting that he would take instant revenge with sword or pistol, and ready enough for the encounter, though I had no weapon but the one I had used. The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z He had gone some distance when he suddenly drew rein. The Courier of the Ozarks 2011-02-09T03:00:43.267Z They had just reached a broader, rocky projection, when Danira suddenly drew rein and bent down to her saddle. Danira 2011-02-06T03:00:59.460Z This unexpected company made straight for the house, and drew rein only at its door. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z Jean-Marie galloped his horses all the way to the castle and never drew rein until the precincts were reached. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z The coachman obediently drew rein, and Raven rose from his seat. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z His men drew rein, wondering why they were halted. The Courier of the Ozarks 2011-02-09T03:00:43.267Z Each boy gave the secret salute of the scouts as he drew rein, and awaited orders. The Boy Scouts On The Range 2011-01-27T03:00:45.810Z More than once I thought that I heard a distant sound of galloping, and I drew rein to call his attention to it. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z In a word, the Republic’s presidential affairs were greatly mixed, and remained in inextricable confusion until long after Maseden drew rein on a blown horse at the gate of his own estancia. His Unknown Wife 2011-01-27T03:00:38.763Z With one accord the four or five Boers mounted and spurred vigorously away, nor did they draw rein so long as they remained in sight. Two Years on Trek Being Some Account of the Royal Sussex Regiment in South Africa 2011-01-26T03:00:28.560Z "Well, how do you like it?" asked Harry, as he drew rein, considering the danger past. The Courier of the Ozarks 2011-02-09T03:00:43.267Z Both drew rein for a second and listened. The Boy Scouts On The Range 2011-01-27T03:00:45.810Z "Good God!" says L�on, drawing rein at last and turning to me wearily, "is there no house in all this cursed city which will take us in?" The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z After several moments of frantic effort, suddenly I saw his horse rear and the rider drew rein with both hands. Abb? Aubain and Mosaics 2011-01-21T03:00:12.617Z Gonzalez drew rein within a few yards of his object and lifted his arm, with the knife balanced in his hand. The Delafield Affair 2011-01-19T03:00:21.497Z They now drew rein and brought their smoking steeds to a slow walk, and riding leisurely onward, they stopped before a neat little inn located on the outskirts of the town. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z They had not long to wait before the rider galloped up, and drew rein so violently as to cast his mount back on its haunches. The Boy Scouts On The Range 2011-01-27T03:00:45.810Z You will not wonder that our men drew rein to gaze with awe upon so transcendent a spectacle. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z I called out, drawing rein as I met them. Some Experiences of an Irish R.M. 2011-01-16T03:00:24.113Z The horsemen, not more than a hundred yards distant, drew rein at the word—all except Pendleton, who came pounding and bouncing to the front, his horse still on the gallop. The Delafield Affair 2011-01-19T03:00:21.497Z One afternoon as they crossed the little stream of the Sarre, Tournay, who had been riding some fifty yards in advance, drew rein and waited for the carriage to come up to him. Robert Tournay A Romance of the French Revolution 2011-01-06T03:00:50.873Z He was certain she had come from his compound; therefore, when she was within a few yards, he drew rein. Caravans By Night A Romance of India 2011-01-03T03:01:02.370Z We had gone, I suppose, about a third of a mile in this way when we came without warning upon a wrecked carriage, and immediately drew rein at the unexpected discovery we made therein. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z The sun was beginning to crimson the eastern horizon with its early beams, and the two drew rein for a short consultation. Where Duty Called or, In Honor Bound 2011-01-01T03:00:22.753Z Our wretched rogues have had such a fright that I will bet my leg they never draw rein until they make the blessed town o' London. The Wayfarers 2010-12-30T03:00:22.387Z As he approached the ch�teau on the right he heard a sound that caused him to draw rein in consternation. Robert Tournay A Romance of the French Revolution 2011-01-06T03:00:50.873Z At the council-tree, where the headman of the village sat and chewed betel-leaf, he drew rein, listening to a low, eerie wailing that came from one of the whitewashed houses. Caravans By Night A Romance of India 2011-01-03T03:01:02.370Z I drew rein with him and walked my horse up to the carriage. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z The question from Manuel was called forth by the sudden appearance of one of the riders of the llanos, or plains of Venezuela, who drew rein almost in front of the old convent. Where Duty Called or, In Honor Bound 2011-01-01T03:00:22.753Z The next moment he called to his men to follow him, and sprang from the high bank into the flood, while his pursuer drew rein with a cry of astonishment. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z Five miles did they go in that wild gallop—five miles without drawing rein or changing pace! The Young Yagers A Narrative of Hunting Adventures in Southern Africa 2010-12-20T17:11:52.020Z The messenger on horseback drew rein at each of these wayside places to take refreshment and get a remount, or to hand over the dispatches to a fresh messenger. Cathedral Cities of England The mounted travelers drew rein, and he halted at the roadside, nodding his greeting in affected unconcern. The Law of Hemlock Mountain He drew rein, and the tightly curbed horse shied at the wooden fence. The Undying Past He spoke so earnestly, that the other drew rein and turned to him. By Birth a Lady It was an empty cab, and, taking this as a signal, the driver drew rein. A Double Knot Two Europeans, mounted on sturdy cobs of the famed Waziri breed, drew rein at the entrance to the caravansary. The Great Mogul Opposite the rendezvous Courtlandt drew rein and looked across the stream. The Trail of Conflict It was nigh eight o'clock when I drew rein in Dunster market, before the chief inn there—a clean place, and of good entertainment. Idonia: A Romance of Old London At that very moment, however, a mounted brave galloped in from the forest and drew rein before the chief with a sharp, warning exclamation that was echoed by every tongue. The Red Mustang Finally they drew rein in front of a large farmhouse. The Nightrider's Feud It was dark when they came to the road that passed in front of Victor McCalloway's house, and there Joe drew rein. The Tempering He drew rein before the white farmhouse which hugged the ground like a mammoth brooding hen. The Trail of Conflict How would it be," he said, "if now I should trot back to town with you, and not draw rein until I came to my house? In Paradise A Novel. Vol. I. Cal drew rein, as Sam did, at the same time, and one of the Indians rode forward holding out his right hand, palm up. The Red Mustang And therewith each knight drew rein and withdrew to such a distance as was fitting for a course to an assault. The Story of Sir Launcelot and His Companions Covering the bony flanks of the mule and bulging grotesquely to port and starboard, hung capacious canvas saddle pockets—and as the stranger drew rein the boy's eyes dwelt with candid inquisitiveness upon them. The Tempering Caboche nodded in assent, and drew rein at the place indicated. Marguerite de Valois The horses were unwilling to enter the circle of firelight, so the rider drew rein just beyond—a slender and boyish rider, with a flopping wide-brimmed hat too large for him. Bransford of Rainbow Range Originally Published under the title of Bransford in Arcadia, or, The Little Eohippus Riding quickly up the avenue, she drew rein at the hall door; and at the same instant Lady Frances Hope crossed the wide sunny hall. The Gambler A Novel And therewith he drew rein so as to ride at a little greater distance, and Lynette laughed to see him do so. The Story of Sir Launcelot and His Companions As they topped this divide, riding directly over a smooth swell, Curtis drew rein, crying out, "Wait a moment, Louie." The Captain of the Gray-Horse Troop As she reaches the gate, she meets James Scrope coming out, and, drawing rein, looks at him strangely. Faith and Unfaith But two things in the prospect conspired to make Ballard draw rein so suddenly as to bring him awkwardly into collision with his follower. The King of Arcadia At the sight the lady drew rein and almost fell from her horse into the arms of her lackey. Lost Man's Lane A Second Episode in the Life of Amelia Butterworth And therewith he drew rein to the other side of the highway to that upon which she rode. The Story of Sir Launcelot and His Companions "Wake up, Sarah," he urged, when a few moments later he drew rein before a red brick tavern door, "and if anybody asks questions, recollect you are to say you're my sister." The Loves of Ambrose The next moment they were cantering side by side, and never drew rein till they reached the cross-roads. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 99, January, 1866 The three riders drew rein in the shelter of the arroyo gulch to breathe their horses, and Ballard gave the boy due credit. The King of Arcadia A chuckle was heard from the tangle of foliage above the heads of the two boys as they drew rein where the jungle path entered a clearing. Tahara Among African Tribes Here they drew rein upon the heights and looked down into that valley, and they beheld that it was a very fair place. The Story of Sir Launcelot and His Companions Familiar as they were with every inch of the way, they had gone on as rapidly after sunset as before, and only drew rein when they had reached the clearing. Bert Wilson at Panama But before the going down of the sun she will draw rein to rest by the Golden Gate. First Fam'lies of the Sierras When, therefore, he drew rein at Madam Giron's, all was closed and dark, there was no one about. East Angels On they went, around a sharp turn in the road, and suddenly David drew rein in the shade of a huge tulip tree just in front of a little country place. Clover and Blue Grass When the waggon reached the Dorrington Place, Mr. Sanders drew rein, and hailed the house, having signed to Cephas to make himself invisible. Gabriel Tolliver A Story of Reconstruction Merlin held up his hand and the mounted man drew rein. The Eye of Wilbur Mook As he started to continue on his way his quick eyes espied something on the bowlder which made him suddenly draw rein again. The Orphan Luckily there was a small village near by, and pretty soon he drew rein in front of a blacksmith shop. Puss in Boots, Jr., and the Good Gray Horse “We must swing back again here,” said Stokes, as they drew rein on top of a ridge to loosen the girths and give the horses a quarter of an hour’s rest and feed. Harley Greenoak's Charge Mr. Goodlett drew rein when he saw Mr. Sanders and Francis Bethune, and gave them as cordial a greeting as he could, for he was a very undemonstrative and reticent man. Gabriel Tolliver A Story of Reconstruction Vanna paused, for it was no Knight of the Rueful Countenance who looked into her face as she drew rein by the door. A Question of Marriage As the sheriff drew rein he heard snores which wheezed from the barroom. The Orphan Springing on his pony, Jack touched it with his spurs and galloped ahead, and did not draw rein again till he had ridden a good five miles. With Rifle and Bayonet A Story of the Boer War This thought was still tormenting me when we drew rein in front of the house occupied by the little King. With Ring of Shield Hales drew rein, with a long appraising look at the younger man. Stepsons of Light He drew rein once, to gaze up through the dome at the yellow-green disk of Jursa. The Envoy, Her He glanced behind him as he drew rein, wondering when the sheriff would show himself, for he was being followed, of that he was certain. The Orphan As I drew rein in front of the stoep Falkner came forth, looking very handsome and athletic in his snowy linen suit, for it was hot. A Frontier Mystery When he drew rein he dismounted and kneeled in the road before the King, with a great show of respect. With Ring of Shield Finally, they drew rein upon a neck, where, lying between two great boulders, themselves utterly invisible from below, they could command the broken, winding, rocky track for some little distance, either way. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion The second rider at that instant drew rein behind them, and lifted his own gun for a quick shot. The Buttoned Sky “Hullo, what is it?” asked the foreman, drawing rein and returning. The Orphan The fiery animal shot forward in frantic haste; not until she reached the edge of the stream could the Princess draw rein. The Scarlet Banner When we at length drew rein it was in front of the best inn that this city could then afford; though, since that time, more pretentious ones have been erected. With Ring of Shield A few moments more a score of horsemen appeared on the nek, and rode straight into their midst without drawing rein. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion But the horsemen drew rein and stood stock-still. A Struggle for Rome, v. 3 For Sally neither drew rein, nor did Hotspur once break his long, splendid stride until nearly an hour had passed. Maid Sally We rode as fast as the horses could run; for fear pursued us,--I really do not know of what,--and we did not draw rein till we reached here. The Scarlet Banner As he draws rein at the door of the castle he drops dead from his saddle. The Standard Cantatas Their Stories, Their Music, and Their Composers Suddenly I drew rein and assumed a look of deep dismay. The Land of Long Ago Round the lake they ran, and never drew rein till they came to the well and windlass, and there was the silk rope rolled on the axle, and the nice white basket hanging to it. The Irish Fairy Book Elijah drew rein, and Helen turned to look behind. The Vision of Elijah Berl He halted to water his horse; meanwhile a young man, having come from the opposite direction, drew rein so suddenly in the midst of the brook as to render the water unfit to drink. Belford's Magazine, Vol 2, December 1888 Nor did he draw rein until he reached the commandant's quarters. Barclay of the Guides Presently the old hunter drew rein, and motioned the others to do the same. Boys of The Fort Or, A Young Captain's Pluck At Weighborne's signal his attorney halted and the men of the bodyguard drew rein, keeping their places about him. The Portal of Dreams At two o'clock she drew rein before a large brown shingle house on the highest point of Rosewater. Ancestors A Novel Just beyond the hummock he drew rein at a clearing before an unpainted frame house, even cheaper and more hideous than the most. The House of Fulfilment Therefore, I took horse again at sun-setting, and did not draw rein until I reached Capello, at nine of the clock. Francezka A shadow fell across his path, and as he drew rein he found himself confronted by several Indians. Boys of The Fort Or, A Young Captain's Pluck They drew rein and waited for the crawling column to pass them, smiling and nodding in reply to the cheerful salutations of the wagoners and traders. Bring Me His Ears Two other riders who were following him drew rein and dismounted. The Serapion Brethren. Vol. II Scarcely was he concealed when half a dozen hard riders, well horsed and armed at every point, drew rein at the very spot where he had first checked his steed. Marguerite De Roberval A Romance of the Days of Jacques Cartier At the culvert he drew rein, faced about, and stood gazing upon Widewood's hills. John March, Southerner It was little past noon when the party drew rein in a place very similar to that wherein they encamped the night before. Through Apache Lands "Hawa khan�," translated Honor Bright critically, as she drew rein and moved her pony aside to make way. Banked Fires Forced to feel their way, they moved 194 always in halts and starts, over saplings, around bulging rocks, along narrow ledges, and at length gained the mesa, where the men drew rein. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance At length Hábogi drew rein before a small house, very ugly and mean-looking, and that seemed on the point of tumbling to pieces. The Brown Fairy Book The Judge drew rein and gazed on five battle-fields at once. John March, Southerner He drew rein as he saw Abe, and gave a military salute in a careless, offhand way that was in strict keeping with his appearance. Free Joe and Other Georgian Sketches “Bound for High Bridge,” replied Matt as he drew rein. Young Auctioneers The Polishing of a Rolling Stone So it continued, his mistress talking as he had never heard her talk before, until the group ahead drew rein and wheeled, indicating their intention of returning. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance Farther on, as he sat pondering deeply and letting the leaders choose their course, a horseman came cantering toward him, and drew rein beside his wheel. The Plow-Woman The master drew rein and she made the change. John March, Southerner The latter drew rein, seeing that the creature under the pine-boughs was some old crone whose grief seemed more bitter still than his own. Nuala O'Malley He motioned to the freight agent to draw rein and pointed to a deep track in a soft bit of ground ahead. Young Auctioneers The Polishing of a Rolling Stone Finally he burst out upon the trail and drew rein beside her, standing with the others in the path of an oncoming wood-wagon, anxiously awaiting its slow approach. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance They came on horseback and they drew rein by the side of the house and I ran under the house and hid. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves. Texas Narratives, Part 2 Warner smiled as he noted this act, and then his face grew stern again as he drew rein before the much-hated Yorker. With Ethan Allen at Ticonderoga He was a good six feet four, reflected Brian as he drew rein and waited, and was built in proportion—or, rather, out of proportion. Nuala O'Malley There was an old countryman standing by the gate, smoking a pipe leisurely, and Matt directed the freight agent to draw rein. Young Auctioneers The Polishing of a Rolling Stone For an instant he drew rein and studied the still face. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance For two hours they kept up this swift pace, and then Alexis drew rein. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians The cousins drew rein, watching the fall of the water in silence, for the sound of the cascade precluded them from conversation. Peggy Owen and Liberty The cold night air cleared his brain, however, and after a moment he drew rein with bitterness upon him. Nuala O'Malley At the gate the rider drew rein and swung lithely to the ground. Captain Pott's Minister But his uneasiness would not down, and presently he drew rein again, dismounted, and fell to listening. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance They quickly drew rein and attempted to check their animals; but it was too late. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians The sunburned colonel of the Grays beamed so with happiness too, as he drew rein to report to her. The Missourian It proved useless, however, for the Dark Master had the better horseflesh; after half an hour he was gaining rapidly, and with a bitter groan Brian drew rein at last. Nuala O'Malley He drew rein on the racing horses before a group of gaping men in front of the general store. Captain Pott's Minister But not till late, with the sun half-way to its zenith, and then only because of safe distance from possible detection, did they draw rein. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance Therefore, he did not check the speed of his horse at once, but rode some distance further before drawing rein. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians But her little Breton maid coming behind timidly drew rein. The Missourian Bill cantered slowly down the empty road till he came to the "First Nugget Hotel," and there he drew rein and finally hitched his horse's bridle to a verandah post. Finn The Wolfhound Several hours later Miss Ogilvy, who was riding slowly along the road after a call at Bath House, suddenly drew rein and stared at an approaching picture. The Gorgeous Isle A Romance; Scene: Nevis, B.W.I. 1842 There they drew rein and again waited, silent, reflective, watching. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance They came up with the rear guard, and from the sides poured in bullets, until they were forced to draw rein because of the treacherous nature of the ground on either hand. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians Only the leader of the pursuers, with a few others, drew rein. The Missourian But as they also drew rein, and the click of their horses' hoofs ceased, the faint echo of a horn was borne through the wintry air. The Fifth of November A Romance of the Stuarts She did not move out of that alert pose of suspicion until Frances drew rein within a few feet of her and gave her good-morning. The Rustler of Wind River Betty enjoyed the sense of motion and the rush of the wind, and horse and girl had a glorious hour before they drew rein at the Watterby gate. Betty Gordon in the Land of Oil The Farm That Was Worth a Fortune Right in the face of his oncoming enemies he drew rein. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians As the sun went down, he drew rein and paused with Belle to gaze at the golden fringe that the cedars made on the mountain's edge in the glow. The Preacher of Cedar Mountain A Tale of the Open Country At last five horsemen dash in at the gate and ride without drawing rein across the lawn and up to the very window of the banquet room. The Fifth of November A Romance of the Stuarts They yell to the horsemen to draw rein. Orphans of the Storm Five, ten, fifteen minutes passed, and then he drew rein with an exclamation of amazement, for his keen sense of hearing did not catch the first sound of the cattle. The Great Cattle Trail The latter, perceiving the boy’s maneuver, also drew rein. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians They halted not until they drew rein, and leapt off in front of the house itself.- Out on the Pampas Or, The Young Settlers “I will inquire the way,” he said to himself, drawing rein beside her. Daisy Brooks Or, A Perilous Love In a few moments he drew rein at the gate of her vegetable patch. The One-Way Trail A story of the cattle country She drew rein and listened, and was sure of it. Hidden Hand He looked the crowd over as he drew rein, and asked quietly: "Who's boss o' this layout?" Buffalo Bill's Spy Trailer Or, The Stranger in Camp As he drew rein indecisively at the turn, peering before him through the gathering darkness, a voice from the trees called out unexpectedly: “Hitch up in here!” The Strollers Nor did he draw rein until he reached the wide hollow which backed the graveyard hill. The Hound From The North He drew rein at the saloon and flung out of the saddle. The One-Way Trail A story of the cattle country "I don't care if I do," she said, riding to the edge of the path, drawing rein and looking down as if to examine the ground. Hidden Hand Passing the scenes of the several tragedies, he drew rein for a few minutes and attentively regarded the surroundings, but drove on again without a word of comment. Buffalo Bill's Spy Trailer Or, The Stranger in Camp Regardless of all save the distance traversed, the rider yet forbore to press the pace, relaxing only when, after a considerable interval, he came to another road and drew rein at the fork. The Strollers Nor did she draw rein until the shore of the lake was 166 reached, and then only did she do so because of the impassable tangle of undergrowth which confronted her. The Hound From The North But though 17 his smile was lacking when the man came up and drew rein at his door, there was no mistaking the kindly cordiality of his greeting as he held out his hand. The One-Way Trail A story of the cattle country The stranger drew rein, saying: "Come, my cuckoo; here we are at the bottom of the valley; now or never." Hidden Hand Suddenly he came upon the grand vista of the cañon, and at once drew rein. Buffalo Bill's Spy Trailer Or, The Stranger in Camp This was apparently the purpose of the men in advance, for they did not draw rein until a hundred yards beyond the camp. A Waif of the Mountains She breasted the steep ascent opposite, and Prudence was forced to draw rein. The Hound From The North He drew rein, dismounted, and sought the shade of a clump of soto-bushes. When the West Was Young Sometimes he drew rein in front of the old oak tree that stood in front of our cabin to breathe his horse or to ask for a draught of water. Hidden Hand Right under the tree upon which the crows were perched Pete drew rein and sat listening to the shuffling gait of the oncoming horse. The Golden Woman A Story of the Montana Hills When a sort of amphitheatre was reached, it was decided to draw rein for a brief while, out of sympathy for their panting animals. A Waif of the Mountains The nine or ten who dashed in the other direction suddenly all drew rein as they discovered the odds against them. Two Arrows A Story of Red and White So when Billy Breckenbridge came to the house he did not draw rein but kept right on as if he were riding past. When the West Was Young Cap drew rein at the top of a high, wooded hill and looked about her. Hidden Hand Not until the riders drew rein at “The Hall” did Henry Mogridge overtake his cousin in the headlong race home. Rodney, the Ranger With Daniel Morgan on Trail and Battlefield And so, after a ride of more than two thousand miles on horseback, these two men entered Dead Man’s Gulch and drew rein in front of the Heavenly Bower. A Waif of the Mountains He drew rein for a moment under the last line of trees, and he looked earnestly in all directions, but even his spy-glass could not reveal to him a sign of danger. Two Arrows A Story of Red and White A solitary figure at the other end of the structure made them draw rein. When the West Was Young At a little distance I drew rein and looked back at Golgotha. The Centurion's Story Here he drew rein, uttering a loud "Halloo!" Jolly Sally Pendleton Or, the Wife Who Was Not a Wife The Prince drew rein, and the groom sprang down and ran to the leader’s head. Olive in Italy Hit or no hit, one Apache warrior was so utterly astounded that he drew rein, all but throwing his horse upon his haunches, and the pony-rider he was pursuing wheeled sharply to the right. Two Arrows A Story of Red and White In the plaza, where the California poppies bloom to-day before the cloistered arches of the mission as they bloomed on that July afternoon in 1853, the dusty horsemen drew rein outside the old adobe inn. When the West Was Young So Boots drew rein on his horse, and the others rode out of sight. Boys and Girls Bookshelf (Vol 2 of 17) Folk-Lore, Fables, And Fairy Tales He yelled to her to draw rein; but she only urged the horse on the faster. Jolly Sally Pendleton Or, the Wife Who Was Not a Wife A mile or so farther on they came to another crossroad, and there Mr. Westall drew rein and held out his hand to Rodney. Rodney The Partisan Then it happened that while, with the perspiration dripping from him, he tugged at the lever, the rancher who had rebuffed him that morning, drew rein close beside. Thurston of Orchard Valley Now, as they clattered along the arroyo’s bed, Shea suddenly drew rein. When the West Was Young He drew rein and walked his horse past them, looking for a herder. Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation Upon drawing rein at the porch the ranger first examined the footsteps in the flour and under the window, and was forced to acknowledge that all signs pointed to a woman assailant. They of the High Trails Asgill drew rein, and by a gesture bade his groom ride on. The Wild Geese Then, as if he read her wish, the biggest brother again drew rein. The Biography of a Prairie Girl He did not again draw rein for many miles. Sunlight Patch Once clear of the sagebrush, she drew rein for him to come up. Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation Where one tall cottonwood stood like a sentinel 154 in the widespread landscape they drew rein and dismounted. Tharon of Lost Valley He drew rein, and, before the other knew what he would be at, he was off his horse. The Wild Geese When he was only a horse's length away, he drew rein and looked at them. In the Musgrave Ranges As he drew rein at the verge of the water to let his horse drink, he noticed that the heavens had suddenly become dark. The Tale of Timber Town He drew rein to test the wind in approved book hunter fashion. Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation We went a few hundred yards further, and then drew rein. Captain Bayley's Heir: A Tale of the Gold Fields of California He drew rein to take it back, then shook his head and rode on again. The Roof Tree "How are you?" said Jack, coming up to him, and drawing rein; while Lion snuffed suspiciously at the rogue's heels. The Young Surveyor; or Jack on the Prairies Higher and higher they mounted, pausing occasionally to allow the horses time to draw breath, until they at length drew rein on the summit of the Sierra Madres. When Dreams Come True She looked at his overridden pony and drew rein. Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation Tuttle, who had not even put hand to his revolver, drew rein beside him while the other men stopped shooting and devoted all their energies to getting away as quickly as possible. With Hoops of Steel The rider drew rein, and I went out to meet him. The Trail of the Goldseekers A Record of Travel in Prose and Verse Before they reached it, however, Mr. Dillwyn drew rein again, and made the horses walk gently. Nobody He wheeled his horse about and drew rein before the open iron grating of the gate in order to obtain a better view of it. When Dreams Come True At last Gowan twisted about in the saddle, and drew rein. Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation Beyond the town, in the edge of the rising plain, they drew rein and listened for the sound of pursuing hoof-beats. With Hoops of Steel His rider knew this, and, having no room in the rocky channel to turn and fire, drew rein at the crossways sharply, and plunged into the black ravine leading to the Wizard's Slough. The Speaker, No. 5: Volume II, Issue 1 December, 1906. He fairly winced as the rider drew rein before him, with a cheery, “Howdy?” Heart of the Blue Ridge The sounds drew nearer, increasing in volume as the animal approached, until a horseman finally turned in from the road at an easy canter and drew rein before the Posada. When Dreams Come True "Hast had enough?" said my father at last, noticing my downcast face, and drawing rein. Tales From Scottish Ballads Emerson Mead and his companions turned aside into the road leading to the Agua Fria ranch and drew rein in the shade of the peach trees. With Hoops of Steel But the youth was in so uneasy a mental state that he rode slowly for nearly an hour, debating with himself whether to draw rein or push on. The Young Ranchers or, Fighting the Sioux I believe he could have ridden along the parapet of London Bridge, so we were never surprised to see Dugald draw rein at the lower sitting-room window, within the verandah. Our Home in the Silver West A Story of Struggle and Adventure He leaped in and, without so much as "By your leave," he tore down the street and never drew rein until he fairly fell out of the vehicle in front of J. P.'s office. The End of the Rainbow The lady drew rein under an apple tree, and, reaching up her hand, she plucked an apple, and handed it to him. Tales From Scottish Ballads As Rallywood drew rein alongside, he saw it was a single carriage, unlighted and solitary, rolling aimlessly on towards the level ground through the gloom. A Modern Mercenary He turned Jack to the left and rode fully a hundred yards before again drawing rein. The Young Ranchers or, Fighting the Sioux "Don't play the fool!" he cried, savagely, as he drew rein close to her. The Invader A Novel "Your father sent me to look for you, Miss Thornhill," he began, as he drew rein. A Man of Two Countries Lord Stafford turned into one of the side streets, and drew rein before a small inn, The Mermaid by name. In Doublet and Hose A Story for Girls Swinging from their saddles they walked to meet a white-shirted rider who galloped over the ridge and drew rein among them. El Diablo In this case he drew rein opposite one very thin-looking fellow, making his sallow face turn red. Fix Bay'nets The Regiment in the Hills At the end of another half-hour they drew rein again, and almost precisely the same conversation took place, with the exception that Dickenson declared at the end that they must have lost their way. The Kopje Garrison A Story of the Boer War On reaching the foot of the butte, the young people drew rein and dismounted. The Merriweather Girls in Quest of Treasure “Be not overcome, my pretty lad,” and Mary drew rein despite the protests of her uncivil guardian. In Doublet and Hose A Story for Girls There the prince drew rein and said sadly: ‘Do you still insist that I should tell you my secret?’ The Olive Fairy Book Even as I spoke Imperia caught my arm and I drew rein, for we were nearing the gateway of Chigi's villa. Romance of Roman Villas (The Renaissance) Again Adam drew rein and looked over the brown hills of Maryland. Colonel Carter's Christmas and The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman It was a joyous and inspiring spectacle that presented itself when they finally drew rein before the doors of Deepdene. The Doomsman At the foot of the highest hummock, crowned with buildings of uniform ugliness, the tonga-driver drew rein and indicated a steep pathway. Captain Desmond, V.C. Then the young man drew rein for the first time, and looked about him. The Olive Fairy Book Hardly did they draw rein till they were safe at Berwick. The Red True Story Book Staggered by the sight, almost reeling from the saddle, he drove the spurs into his horse, dashed through the ruined gate, and drew rein at the one unburned cabin. Colonel Carter's Christmas and The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman On and on, with the red drops falling from his spurs, until he drew rein at the very steps of the platform. The Doomsman Few words passed between them as they went; but on arriving at the squat, blue gate-posts Wyndham drew rein and spoke. Captain Desmond, V.C. But this vision did not pass away, and surely never were fairy knights in such a sorry plight as was this travel-stained, dishevelled company that drew rein at the door of Gortuleg. The True Story Book In a few minutes she drew rein at Wanaha’s log hut. The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies Then, with a yell, they galloped into camp, drew rein abruptly, and dismounted. The Free Range Half an hour later we rode into sight of Carrington, and both instinctively drew rein; then Grace signified approval as without speaking we rode on again. Lorimer of the Northwest “Bogged down, pardner?” she inquired in a friendly voice, as she rode up behind and drew rein. 'Me--Smith' As dawn broke they drew rein at the house of Invergarry. The True Story Book The clearing was fringed with a low, thorny brush, which, as she came to it, caught her skirt, and forced her to draw rein, and stoop to release it. The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies She drew rein and half turned in the saddle. Desert Dust It’s pit dark!” and drawing rein we sat still a few moments, listening intently, but we heard only the branches moaning under the bitter breeze. Lorimer of the Northwest The younger man drew rein sharply and stared at him. Brand Blotters But the trials of the ascent were forgotten in the overwhelming grandeur of the scene which burst upon us as, just at sunrise, we drew rein at the summit of the Moengal Pass. Where the Strange Trails Go Down Sulu, Borneo, Celebes, Bali, Java, Sumatra, Straits Settlements, Malay States, Siam, Cambodia, Annam, Cochin-China The sun had just dropped below the horizon when Jim Crow suddenly drew rein. The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies Scott and Tom, drawing rein, looked searchingly in all directions; but nowhere was the lost animal visible. The Young Adventurer or Tom's Trip Across the Plains We drew rein for a few moments beside the graded track, and shook the snow from our wrappings as we debated the simple question whose issues were momentous. Lorimer of the Northwest It was observed by the ambushed party; they drew rein, and after a hasty consultation, turned and retraced their steps. Seven and Nine years Among the Camanches and Apaches An Autobiography The six riders drew rein, and waited for the agent's next words. The Boy Ranchers on Roaring River or Diamond X and the Chinese Smugglers A moment later the girl drew rein and sprang out of the vehicle. The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies As they approached a hill, beyond which lay the corral and ranch buildings of Diamond X, Bud drew rein, thus halting his pony. The Boy Ranchers or Solving the Mystery at Diamond X “Back of that range and across the mesa is where Herrick’s place is,” said Scott, as they drew rein and waited for Hard to come along. Across the Mesa Then Miss Belle drew rein in front of a small, yellow house. The New Education A Review of Progressive Educational Movements of the Day (1915) The British troops were utterly tired out, but the Prussian cavalry never drew rein until they had driven the last Frenchman over the river Sambre in their relentless pursuit. The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837) It was a quarter before six when he drew rein in the green yard that lay before the King's arch in Hampton. Privy Seal His Last Venture Then, as he drew rein and listened, he said: "Lost, I reckon!" The Boy Ranchers or Solving the Mystery at Diamond X When he reached Sir Bors he drew rein and said, 'Fair Knight, be not displeased, but this battle must be to a better Knight than you. The Book of Romance Caesar drew rein a short distance from the platform, and made a sign with his hand. The Brass Bell or, The Chariot of Death A young girl, breeched, booted and spurred like a boy, drew rein, and sat looking down into the hollow. Uncanny Tales When all was spoken, and at the first sharp rise she drew rein for the inevitable separation, she could not have said that she had failed; but she knew that she had not succeeded. Judith of the Cumberlands At the top of it he drew rein and smiled at his bride. The Fighting Edge He dashed up and did not draw rein until he was almost upon me. The Jucklins A Novel Hardly had he lighted his fire, when he was startled by the tramp of feet near, and a moment later a horseman rode out of the woods and drew rein before him. The Witch of Salem or Credulity Run Mad He drew rein, and, slipping from his horse, approached her. The Forester's Daughter A Romance of the Bear-Tooth Range On dashed the noble steeds as though driven by a tempest, until the King and the Prince drew rein, and turning faced each other once again, their swords now in their hands. Stories of Siegfried Told to the Children At a bend of the road Lincoln drew rein. The Book of Stories for the Story-teller He dismounted wearily as the squad drew rein before the Federal Building, and followed the deputy-marshal into the commissioner's office. A Tar-Heel Baron Thirty minutes later, the same horseman drew rein in front of the widow Stevens' cottage and, dismounting, tied his horse to a small tree and approached the house. The Witch of Salem or Credulity Run Mad Nash, on his way to join the Supervisor, raised a friendly greeting as he saw the girl, and drew rein. The Forester's Daughter A Romance of the Bear-Tooth Range The bishop drew rein and asked who the man was and what he wanted. Hugh, Bishop of Lincoln A Short Story of One of the Makers of Mediaeval England No answer suggested itself, and summoning her haughtiest, coldest look, she met the glance of the man who drew rein beside her. The Gold Girl It was nearly eleven o'clock on the following morning when Bob Morgan drew rein before the Carrolls' door, and asked to see Sydney. A Tar-Heel Baron The man who now drew rein with abrupt clumsiness in front of the auberge looked hot, tired and travel-stained. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days Reaching the town she drew rein at Major Price's house, where, with bated breath, her story was received by the major and his two grown-up sons. Fifty-Two Stories For Girls Then a clatter of horse’s hoofs was heard on the gravel outside, and a stoutly built, rubicund man, on a very large horse, drew rein at the front door. Girls of the Forest Twice a week a boy on horseback brought the mail-bag from Barnesville, and when this youth drew rein before the porch Big Tom greeted him from indoors with his habitual cordiality. In Connection with the De Willoughby Claim "If you have a moment to spare——" He drew rein by her phaeton, removing his hat again. That Lass O' Lowrie's 1877 "My God! the Emperor!" exclaimed one of the riders as he drew rein. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days They were going through Kirk Michael by the house of the Deemster, who was ill, and both drew rein and went slowly. The Manxman A Novel - 1895 But when they were come to the crown of the bent Osberne drew rein and said: "Now, my friend, shalt thou turn about and let me go my ways." The Sundering Flood The Prince drew rein and dismounted; then, drawing his weapon, he advanced to meet his foe. Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book Fairy Tales of the Allied Nations We were shot at repeatedly, and sometimes heavily, by bands of fugitives, but we never drew rein, using lance and sword upon all who showed fight. Khartoum Campaign, 1898 or the Re-Conquest of the Soudan Then Captain Raoul, own aide-de-camp to Napoleon, comes up at full gallop: nor does he draw rein till he is up with the entire front of Delessart's battalion. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days All day they rode, hardly drawing rein at all. Frontier Boys on the Coast or in the Pirate's Power Then they drew rein into the first of the meadows. The Sundering Flood He drew rein and dismounted; then, as he advanced into the courtyard, a girl came running towards him. Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book Fairy Tales of the Allied Nations But as he did so Bakari let out a yell, and they drew rein suddenly at sight of a lion leaping toward them through the long grass, plainly bent on mischief. The Rogue Elephant The Boys' Big Game Series Maurice drew rein for a moment and listened until the sound came nearer. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days Life drew rein suddenly, and pointed toward the rocky elevation to one side of the trail. An Undivided Union “Will he know that it is a trap?” thought Chris, and he fully expected to see the man draw rein, send an arrow amongst the hiding party, and gallop off. The Peril Finders Frank clattered up and drew rein, but Bart's horse was frightened and shied at the machine. Frank Merriwell's Son A Chip Off the Old Block He draws rein, bringing his horse to a halt. The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea They drew rein on a hill which sloped gently away to the town a mile or so distant. Stubble On the brow of the hill before me, were the dozen jaded riders, forced to draw rein by the steepness of the declivity, and all pointing with vehement gestures below. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 54, No. 334, August 1843 Chris had no occasion to trouble himself, for his mustang kept its nose very near to its companion’s tail, and they went on and on through the darkness, till Griggs suddenly drew rein. The Peril Finders He wanted the liquor, but he wanted the flask more, for its associations; he drew rein and thought of returning to search for it, but realizing the folly of this, he pressed on again. Hidden Gold His cob's pace did not slacken until he drew rein at the giant doorway of a block of flats in the Rue Boissière. A Son of the Immortals So we galloped through Tonbridge Town, and never drew rein until we were out upon the open road once more. The Honourable Mr. Tawnish Near the middle of this waste, the Em�r drew rein. The Valley of the Kings “I’m afraid so,” said the doctor, closing his glass and drawing rein so as to let Wilton and Bourne close up. The Peril Finders Gunnar’s horse was swift and steady, and he never drew rein till he reached the ford which he knew Otkell’s men must pass. The Red Romance Book Here he drew rein, and trotted hither and thither in search of the tracks of the Indians. The Wild Man of the West A Tale of the Rocky Mountains We chased the howling mob a good two miles—by which time its members were crazy with fear—and then drew rein, feeling convinced that they would give us no further trouble. Through Veld and Forest An African Story He saw Mrs. Withington gathering cowslip greens in a marsh sufficiently removed from home, and that heartened him to draw rein before the still white house. Country Neighbors “There’s the old board,” cried Chris suddenly, and the party drew rein at last by the side of the heaped-up pile of stones with which they had marked the wanderer’s grave. The Peril Finders The knight instantly drew rein, and asked what tidings he could impart, and Una begged with faltering voice that he would tell her aught concerning a knight whose armour bore a red cross. The Red Romance Book It was almost sunset when Gerrard drew rein and looked up at the great fort of reddish brick towering above him. The Path to Honour Unconsciously following the precedent set by Commines, they drew rein while it was yet dark. The Justice of the King Without drawing rein, the astonished onlookers saw the lean Indian suddenly disappear under the neck of his horse and almost instantly swing back into his seat waving a brown thing above his head. The Wit and Humor of America, Volume VIII (of X) Chris drew rein to sit watching the enemy for a few minutes, and breathing his mount while he decided as to what he must do. The Peril Finders They had ridden for a mile or two from the station, chatting on various matters, when Gerrard suddenly drew rein. Tom Gerrard The storm passed as quickly as it came, and when they drew rein at the mine the sun was shining. The Tyranny of the Dark "You can't pass," he said, looking up as Jack drew rein. Lorraine A romance The driver drew rein, wheeled his team, and drove into the great gateway. Special Messenger Then during the first two days of June we journeyed through a wild, undulating country, filled with lakes and rolling hills, and finally drew rein on a ridge overlooking Quesnelle. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 19 — Travel and Adventure "What a glorious sight!" said Gerrard, as he drew rein and pointed to the blue Pacific, shimmering and sparkling under the rays of the morning sun. Tom Gerrard He drew rein, dropping from a swift gallop to an easy canter. Kiddie the Scout They reached the railway in safety, and crossed it without an encounter of any sort; then, drawing rein, they breathed their horses, watching for daylight before beginning the great effort of their escape. Under the Rebel's Reign For some time they went on without further words; then suddenly Caillette drew rein. Under the Rose The driver drew rein in a west-side street off lower Seventh Avenue. Flamsted quarries He drew rein opposite the door but did not dismount. The Heart of Unaga Riding up out of the water, he once more draws rein by its edge, and sits regarding the sumac grove with an expression in his eyes strangely repulsive. Gaspar the Gaucho A Story of the Gran Chaco "You are the man who came from Cairo yesterday, are you not?" he said, as he drew rein alongside. Under the Rebel's Reign In the fading light, fool and jestress drew rein, and, moved by the same purpose, looked about them. Under the Rose Octavius drew rein for a moment; lifted his cap and passed the back of his hand across his forehead to wipe off the sweat that stood in beads on it. Flamsted quarries Old Nicky, who slept in his clothes, was out of bed and ready before the rider drew rein. Shining Ferry It was a dilapidated gate at which he drew rein. The Bishop of Cottontown A Story of the Southern Cotton Mills With two blows of my stick I made them let go, when the animal springing forward I got clear of them, and, as you may suppose, did not draw rein till I reached this. Won from the Waves Long, long, they continued this pace, a strained period of suspense, and then the fool drew rein. Under the Rose He drew rein suddenly, and so tightly that the mare bounded forward and pulled at a forced pace up the hill to The Gore. Flamsted quarries I drew rein and looked down on it with lack-lustre eyes. The Desert Drum 1905 Fred’s position prevented him from seeing exactly who were numbered among the prisoners, and at that moment the general drew rein at their side. Crown and Sceptre A West Country Story Dan drew rein at once and looked at his friend, but could not clearly see his face, for the moon was still behind thick drifting clouds. The Buffalo Runners A Tale of the Red River Plains Thus mile after mile they covered and the shadows had reached their minimum length, when, coming to a clear pool of water, they drew rein to refresh themselves from the provisions in the saddle-bags. Under the Rose She was at the base of the rock when the stranger drew rein. Lodusky At the top of a hill both drew rein automatically. The Fighting Shepherdess When Aucassin perceived it, he drew rein all in a moment; and the light of the moon smote within it. Aucassin and Nicolette translated from the Old French On receiving his report, the half-breeds at once dashed off in pursuit of the settlers, and did not draw rein until they reached the place where the Scotchmen had made a stand. The Buffalo Runners A Tale of the Red River Plains I myself drew rein, and remained for some moments in a state of hesitancy, as to whether I should ride forward or go back. The War Trail The Hunt of the Wild Horse “We will go faster soon, sir,” said Leoni encouragingly; but he did not attempt to increase their speed, continuing at a walk and suddenly drawing rein to speak to Denis. The King's Esquires The Jewel of France They instantly drew rein, and, dismounting, assisted her to the 5th Dragoon Guards orderly room, where they vied with each other in giving her every possible attention. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, March 18, 1914 For twelve miles did the avenging horsemen pursue the foe; and it was not till half-past four that they drew rein, when they returned exultingly to camp. Our Soldiers Gallant Deeds of the British Army during Victoria's Reign Seeing this, Dan, who led the party, drew rein so as to allow the steeds to recover breath before the final burst. The Buffalo Runners A Tale of the Red River Plains He drew rein, and had half a mind to turn back; but, instead of that, he crawled on, and very sick and cold he felt. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 106, August, 1866 As we approached the first brook, but before the fringe of screening bushes was passed, our cavalcade drew rein abruptly, while Ahmah-de-Bellah cried out: “Strangers are coming!” Captain Canot or, Twenty Years of an African Slaver A group of approaching horsemen, at one side of which rode the Kaiser, drew rein exactly opposite the two lads. Boy Scouts Mysterious Signal or Perils of the Black Bear Patrol Away in the forest and out on the plain; The stormy night gathered, we never drew rein; The raw morning cut us, but onward, right on, Till again the chill landscape in twilight grew wan. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 6, No 3, September 1864 Devoted To Literature And National Policy Midnight found us still riding, and another hour passed before Castro drew rein at the broken track leading from Tacna to Arica. At the Point of the Sword |
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