| 单词 | expostulation |
| 例句 | At dinner, an old man burst out yelling in his tongue; the object of these expostulations being one of Bono’s friends, Charles. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z Against the impatient expostulations of the Serjeant, we brought the man down from the attic and dowsed him with water, that he might not suffer so greatly from the heat. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z The circle closed up again with a running murmur of expostulation; it was a minute before I could see anything at all. The Great Gatsby 1925-04-10T00:00:00Z How do you say "a handbag"? without falling short of Dame Edith Evans's most famous expostulation? Simon Hoggart's week: Nick Clegg strikes a chord as spiritual leader 2012-09-28T23:01:19Z In Sheibani's jerky production the action doesn't flow but sputters, so that what is presented is less a play than a series of expostulations. This House; Scenes from an Execution; Damned by Despair – review 2012-10-13T23:06:27Z Fey launched into a Cosby imitation that she’d brought out years ago on Weekend Update in connection withe the charges: “I put the pills in the people!” she said, in her best Pudding Pop expostulation. From Cosby to 'Charlie,' This Golden Globes Had Something to Say 2015-01-12T05:00:00Z And are we tacitly meant to regard the poetry-loving Don Diego, with his dainty handkerchiefs and repeated expostulations about “these turbulent times,” as an effeminate gay man? Review | Johnston McCulley dreamed up Zorro 100 years ago. The masked avenger is still a thrill. 2019-07-10T04:00:00Z His expostulations broke through, and Iowa began whittling — then bludgeoning — its way into the lead. Maryland can’t contain Iowa or Luka Garza in lopsided defeat 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z Pacific time on Fox’s over-the-air network, a variety of expostulations were registered as loudly for this arrangement as they once were for the Video Assistant Referee system. Three major soccer tournament finals in one day worth the watch 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z For most Americans, President Trump’s expostulations are audible wallpaper, always there but not really noticed. Opinion | The shabbiest U.S. president ever is an inexpressibly sad specimen 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z That is not the sort of expostulation expected of a researcher from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Colombia’s national survey of its biodiversity is ambitious 2018-05-17T04:00:00Z Ms Richardson, sitting snug against her sister, accompanies her with hyperactive head rolls, hand gestures and expostulations of “mm-hmm” and “That’s right!” Laughing with Diamond and Silk 2018-05-10T04:00:00Z At such times, I lean my head back and let my jaw hang slack, which encourages expostulations like “ha-ha” and “ho ho.” The Last Time I Smiled 2015-01-05T05:00:00Z For all this week's spluttering and expostulation from the Vince Cable tendency, few seem inclined to surrender their cars and salaries. Nick Clegg's in the last ditch. Now is the time for him to come out fighting 2012-08-07T19:30:01Z It really seemed advisable to hurry, and, notwithstanding Mrs. Gainsborough’s expostulations, the speed of the party was doubled down a rocky descent to a dried-up watercourse with high banks. The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett 2012-04-26T02:00:17.327Z At last, after weeks of expostulation, your minions have succeeded in quelling that demon of unrest, the steam steering-gear. With Beatty off Jutland A Romance of the Great Sea Fight 2012-04-21T02:00:25.260Z Certainly He does: “I know it, My son, I know it,” He answers to all our expostulations. The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Genesis 2012-04-08T02:00:21.793Z There is a sharpness in God’s expostulation with Samuel which implies that the prophet’s grief for Saul was carried to an excessive and therefore sinful length. The Expositor's Bible: The First Book of Samuel 2012-04-08T02:00:20.427Z The Ministers and Generals of France, however, found Joan too useful an instrument to be willing to part with her thus early, and she yielded to their earnest expostulations. A Legacy to the Friends of Free Discussion 2012-04-06T02:00:26.317Z The militia, however, did not regard his expostulations or threats, and they fixed on a morning to commence their march. The Second War with England, Vol. 2 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:38.213Z We were both thoroughly frightened, but no expostulations or entreaties had any effect with our tormentors. There is no Death 2012-03-22T02:00:39.257Z "No, no, of course not," came in expostulation from the crowd of spectators. Woven with the Ship A Novel of 1865 2012-03-12T03:00:26.883Z The expostulation of Samuel had given him a fright. The Expositor's Bible: The First Book of Samuel 2012-04-08T02:00:20.427Z The great Irishman replied that yielding to the expostulations of his wife, he must forego the pleasure of the encounter for which he was ‘spoiling.’ Social Transformations of the Victorian Age A Survey of Court and Country 2012-02-29T03:00:22.540Z His sisters burst out into horrified exclamations and expostulations. Pine Needles 2012-02-20T03:00:19.367Z Mr. Harris began an earnest expostulation, and turned to beckon me to his assistance, but Jim checked him by a gesture. Out of a Labyrinth 2012-02-17T03:00:38.887Z “I told you so,” he replied to the expostulations of the lady, “there is no inspiration in Christianity now!” Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 10 "David, St" to "Demidov" 2012-02-17T03:00:33.923Z But this pleasant little sally fell dismally flat; for Curran was already aware of this dreadful resolve, and did not rise in vehement expostulation, as the other expected. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. II (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:26.817Z My most urgent expostulations were in vain, and I was at last obliged to yield to their united entreaties. Tales From the 'Phantasus', etc. of Ludwig Tieck 2012-02-13T03:00:19.620Z Gentle reproaches and expostulations had become tiresome to the husband, and fierce explosions frightened him. A Russian Gentleman 2012-02-08T03:00:18.800Z He saw the angry color mantle in the face of the girl, and raised his hand in expostulation. A Prairie Courtship 2012-02-01T03:00:12.830Z Severe expostulation and ghostly advice are what he wants. Peter Binney A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:10.423Z A roar swept across the land--a roar of expostulation with the Most High in that He had slept too long. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. II (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:26.817Z Being now sufficiently terrified, for indeed no man ever had a narrower escape of his life, Hutchins contented himself with a plaintive expostulation from the safety of the passage. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z This, however, passed, for he realised that his expostulations would be heard with laughter. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z Alison realized that expostulation would be useless, and this, as a matter of fact, was in one respect a relief to her, for just then there were but two silver coins in her possession. A Prairie Courtship 2012-02-01T03:00:12.830Z Dr. Toller, shocked and horrified beyond all bounds, lifted up his voice in expostulation and reproof to the best of his ability, but all in vain. Peter Binney A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:10.423Z But she only succeeded in shifting their weight from one part of his body to another, and under his agonised expostulations soon desisted. The Eldest Son 2012-01-24T03:00:28.780Z In spite of all the threats and expostulations of the governor, the garrison, galled by this plunging fire, at once capitulated. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume I (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:11.530Z My dear Arthur," replied his friend, with just a shade of expostulation in his voice, "you have really got madness on the brain at present. Strange Stories 2012-01-16T03:00:05.067Z Nevis flung out his arms in savage expostulation. A Prairie Courtship 2012-02-01T03:00:12.830Z After the third number Mr. Binney wrote him a letter of expostulation, which he published with appropriate comment, but of which he took no further notice. Peter Binney A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:10.423Z "But I'm just going to make the pudding," she cried, in full expostulation. The White Peacock 2012-01-14T03:00:21.627Z To the expostulations of the king of Portugal he maintained, “The act of traffic and exchange of goods is of all rights one of the most natural and best grounded.” The Unpopular Review, Number 19 July-December 1918 2012-01-09T03:00:24.167Z He looks positively ferocious as he delivers this expostulation. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z At length, however, his companion turned to him with a gasping expostulation. A Prairie Courtship 2012-02-01T03:00:12.830Z Seeing this, my anger and expostulations grew more fierce. In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z But resistance and expostulation were alike useless, and he could do nothing but wait the final assault, and then sell his life dearly as possible. Stanley's Adventures in the Wilds of Africa A Graphic Account of the Several Expeditions of Henry M. Stanley into the Heart of the Dark Continent 2011-12-24T03:07:57.647Z At twilight there were sudden scratchings in the hollow tree, mounting higher and higher; then muffled grunts and whinings and expostulations, as if little voices inside the tree were saying: My turn first. A Little Brother to the Bear and other Animal Stories 2011-12-23T03:00:10.057Z Brand made a gesture of expostulation; but Mowbray's mind had taken a sudden turn. Harding of Allenwood 2011-12-21T03:00:21.617Z Impatient of what he afterwards described as an irksome expostulation, Abercorn rose to leave. The History of the Post Office From Its Establishment Down to 1836 2011-12-19T03:00:45.273Z There was one point, however, where my limping giant made a stand, and set his will against expostulation or entreaty. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 20, No. 120, October, 1867. 2011-12-12T03:00:23.897Z Red added as his horse turned its head and nipped at his arm, half in earnest and half in playful expostulation. Hopalong Cassidy 2011-12-08T03:00:21.663Z Madame did not trouble herself to answer expostulations or objections. Frederica and her Guardians The Perils of Orphanhood 2011-12-05T03:00:50.157Z The expostulation was a mistake, but I really could not help it. Atlantic Narratives Modern Short Stories 2011-12-01T03:00:20.193Z She heard the Countess Sophia’s clear tones, then an excited little scream, mingled with the deep voice of Madame de Villiers raised in angry expostulation. The Automobile Girls at Palm Beach Proving Their Mettle Under Southern Skies 2011-11-26T03:00:16.047Z And then ensues much shrieking, expostulation, and gesticulation, in the midst of which I plunge into the boat, make my bargain with Charon, and am for the time out of hell. From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey 2011-11-26T03:00:12.337Z She gasped out expostulations even as she stumbled upwards. A Duel 2011-11-20T03:00:13.840Z Ricardo eagerly sought them, sometimes employing them in bitter expostulations, at others in softly whispering a thousand passionate phrases. The Marquis of Pe?alta (Marta y Mar?a) A Realistic Social Novel 2011-11-12T03:00:35.113Z At every moment there is an explosion of wrath or indignation, a heated expostulation from one or the other of the parties. Southern Spain 2011-11-11T03:00:28.423Z The two young men, after resisting the expostulations of the President, were summoned before the Faculty for trial, where Jay appeared for the defence. Homes of American Statesmen With Anecdotical, Personal, and Descriptive Sketches 2011-11-04T02:00:19.293Z With these expostulations, he rushed upon the enemy, made terrible havoc among them, and not a man did he meet but at one blow he laid either him or his horse dead upon the ground. Old English Chronicles 2011-10-27T02:00:21.903Z Many a time have I surreptitiously carried a fretful child to my bed, and settled down with it comfortably, as I thought, and then had it gently but firmly taken from me, despite my expostulations. Thirty Years in Australia 2011-10-25T02:00:27.397Z Yes—" pausing to listen to her expostulations,—"I know he used to drink some; but I never saw him intoxicated. The Angel of the Gila: A Tale of Arizona 2011-10-16T02:00:17.623Z The congregations did not fall off; there was little violence or even vehement expostulation. Recollections and Impressions 1822-1890 2011-10-15T02:00:25.820Z "Go there yourself, sir!" said Beach, sternly, bringing Briggs instantly to his feet with whining expostulation. From School to Battle-field A Story of the War Days 2011-10-10T02:00:19.987Z He feels the power of a love that he had slighted, and which now pleads with his soul in an eloquence all the mightier from its tone of expostulation and pity. The Hearth-Stone Thoughts upon Home-Life in Our Cities 2011-09-28T02:00:22.560Z A charge direct, tears, expostulations, confession, and the delivery of the missive over to the enemy had followed swiftly. The Cassowary What Chanced in the Cleft Mountains 2011-09-24T02:00:16.927Z "God!" he whispered in futile petition or mayhap expostulation. The Chalice Of Courage A Romance of Colorado 2011-09-22T02:00:25.630Z The great powers resolved to maintain simply a watchful attitude, and only too late addressed earnest expostulations and threats. Church History, Vol. 3 of 3 2011-09-14T02:00:43.813Z "My examinations can wait until next year," she replied to Julia's expostulations; "and even if they could not, this is really the only thing for me to do." Brenda's Bargain A Story for Girls 2011-09-09T02:01:09.477Z It was the cook’s firm conviction, and nothing Robert found to say in expostulation could shake her belief, that he had been drinking. Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z Behind the counter sat an old negress in vehement expostulation. Kitty's Conquest 2011-08-30T02:00:36.270Z Some faint words, in a voice that thrilled poor Ruth to the soul, seemed to be given in reply to this expostulation. Norston's Rest 2011-08-24T02:00:23.833Z On which the Duke made a brief and humble expostulation, bowed low; and departed. Queen Victoria 2011-08-23T02:00:32.007Z And when he had wrote the note, he gave it Duncan Campbell, with a look that seemed to express his warmth and eagerness in the expostulation. The History of the Life and Adventures of Mr. Duncan Campell A Gentlen, who, tho' Deaf and Dumb, Writes down any Stranger's name at first Sight; 2011-08-14T02:00:22.973Z The lively chat was ended with an expostulation from Nan. Tessa Wadsworth's Discipline A Story of the Development of a Young Girl's Life 2011-08-09T02:00:30.317Z It affords me, however, some satisfaction to find that the Commander-in-Chief was in pursuit of measures for that purpose, but my expostulations proved fruitless. Old Trails on the Niagara Frontier 2011-08-06T02:00:04.917Z There was no time for expostulation or regret. Norston's Rest 2011-08-24T02:00:23.833Z Between his scoldings could be heard his wife's voice in gentle expostulation. Judith Trachtenberg A Novel 2011-08-03T02:00:13.470Z I returned to the other end of the carriage to look for my cigar-case and was in the act of cutting a weed when I heard Williams' voice raised as if in expostulation. A Cabinet Secret 2011-07-31T02:00:10.693Z “Oh, Helen!” came in pained expostulation from the girl, as her eyes turned distressfully upon her hostess in shamed embarrassment. Blue Robin, the Girl Pioneer 2011-07-28T02:00:09.363Z This object was accomplished by a few retaliatory strokes, in which the severest sarcasm was so mingled with unaffected good humor and manly expostulation, as to carry captive the sympathy of the audience. The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1 2011-07-27T02:00:32.830Z The contents of this chapter are, therefore, not "the reasonings and expostulations of Ezekiel," but another great message to the stubborn nation, which constantly tried to justify itself. The Prophet Ezekiel An Analytical Exposition 2011-07-27T02:00:27.557Z What these remarks were Helen could not tell, but they drew forth angry expostulations from the girls, who at once went and drew the great curtain, and seemed to forbid further intrusion. One Maid's Mischief 2011-07-15T02:00:22.283Z Where the place was or whither they were taking me, I could not imagine, nor did I dare to offer any expostulation. A Cabinet Secret 2011-07-31T02:00:10.693Z Gallwey, who fancied that his expostulations would not be listened to, did as he was bidden. By Right of Purchase 2011-07-14T02:00:10.167Z Even the expostulations of Mrs. Kavarsky—the childless middle-aged woman who occupied with her husband the three rooms across the narrow hallway—failed to prevail upon her. Yekl A tale of the New York ghetto 2011-07-13T02:00:17.480Z Herbert hoped his expostulations were taking effect; Mrs. Hamilton trusted that her child was becoming sensible of her past folly, and trying to conquer it, and banish its memory herself: both, however, were mistaken. Home Influence A Tale for Mothers and Daughters 2011-07-10T02:00:16.790Z The deep murmur of indignation seemed about to swell into riotous shouting, when an additional force of police appeared at the outer entrance, by whom, after vigorous expostulation, order was restored. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z “But won’t you try on your dress again, miss?” said the maid in expostulation. Eli's Children The Chronicles of an Unhappy Family 2011-07-08T02:00:20.557Z Once he did venture on a mild expostulation. A Book of Ghosts 2011-07-08T02:00:19.203Z "Well, it is!" said Townsend, apparently satisfied that expostulation would after all be useless. The Coward A Novel of Society and the Field in 1863 2011-07-08T02:00:16.223Z Her voice of astonished expostulation checked his words, but not his agitation; he threw himself on a chair, leaning his arms upon the table, buried his face upon them, while his whole frame shook. Home Influence A Tale for Mothers and Daughters 2011-07-10T02:00:16.790Z They evidently suspected the nature of the magnet which was attracting him, and by their manner showed anything but cheerful approval of his plans; wise by experience, however, they refrained from expostulation. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z And it was only when one of these, stirred by vivid memories, ventured to murmur some slight words of expostulation, that the punishment was suspended. The Yellow Chief 2011-07-05T02:00:27.013Z He spoke in a serio-jesting tone of expostulation, not actually meaning what he said, or that she had had no real cause for alarm. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z The volatile and inconsiderate spirit, which no expostulation or entreaties of his might tame, would surely be subdued by the new and tender ties so powerful always in riveting woman's heart to duty. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 372, October 1846 2011-06-29T02:00:23.750Z That Mrs. Harcourt often entreated his influence with her younger pupil, to change her course of conduct, he never remembered longer than the time her expostulations lasted. Home Influence A Tale for Mothers and Daughters 2011-07-10T02:00:16.790Z Hepburn changed what started as an impatient expostulation into a sharp sigh and relieved himself by stabbing a spur into the hard ground. The Last Straw 2011-06-27T02:00:58.100Z "But, my dear!" she exclaimed in a tone of expostulation—"you are beautiful!" Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z Angry expostulations on the part of the ministry soon followed; and for a while there was an intention of suppressing the new means of communication, though so highly important to both banks. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z My silly compliment had succeeded where expostulation or reserve would have failed. The Kidnapped President 2011-06-23T02:00:29.120Z "I'm not, Amy, I—" Bellamy caught himself, and permitted impatience to find an outlet in a sound of polite expostulation: "Really!" Linda Lee, Incorporated A Novel 2011-06-19T02:00:18.633Z He uttered another grunt of expostulation and started up the steep path. Ruth Fielding at Silver Ranch Schoolgirls Among Cowboys 2011-06-14T02:00:23.130Z But she pays no heed to his expostulations. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z Before she could be prevented, deaf to the entreaties of Lindaberry or the expostulations of his brother, she walked out, in a fine temper. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z "No, no," she cried in the expostulation of despair. The Kidnapped President 2011-06-23T02:00:29.120Z Firmness with both is the only method, and this in face of protests on one side and tears and expostulations on the other. A Word to Women 2011-06-08T02:00:18.457Z The inquirers became more importunate in their demands, and more clamorous in their expostulations. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z He left me no means of tracing his footsteps and of assailing his weakness by expostulation and entreaty. Ormond, Volume III (of 3) or, The Secret Witness 2011-06-02T02:00:21.807Z After a number of expostulations, she was persuaded to assume the form of Unnu-poorna, by which means the wealth of the whole world flowed into her lap. Phallic Miscellanies Facts and Phases of Ancient and Modern Sex Worship, as Illustrated Chiefly in the Religions of India 2011-05-31T02:00:29.133Z Many were the expostulations when, after breakfast, Hardy's guest informed him that his exit from their circle was likely to be almost as abrupt as his entrance had been. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z The Ministry of War in Paris was overwhelmed with claims, protestations, and expostulations, till finally it was left to the troops to help themselves as best they could. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z Her companion, and former nurse, a woman about fifty years of age, ventured this mild expostulation. The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z The calm expostulation with which I had thought to address him, faded from my memory. Daisy Burns (Volume 2) 2011-05-20T02:00:30.427Z Kykie's shrill crescendo, expostulations and denials, were smothered like little frothy waves in the breakers of her master's wrath. Poppy The Story of a South African Girl 2011-05-20T02:00:25.147Z A voice close to his elbow put in a word of expostulation against the desertion of the horses. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z Captain Symington's expostulations were of no avail, although owing to his peculiar manner of speech, they appealed to the whole harbor. Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812 2011-05-19T02:00:07.643Z The man lifted his hands, but any further evidence of surprise or expostulation was interrupted by a sudden ebullition in the pot. The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z Mark knew that expostulation and explanation were useless and unnecessary. On Guard Mark Mallory's Celebration 2011-05-15T02:00:09.877Z With this expostulation he lifted Owen to his shoulder, worked his way through the crowd like an old crusader on the battle-field, and placed his charge on the judge's bench. The Cave by the Beech Fork A Story of Kentucky?1815 2011-05-07T02:00:28.747Z This is the cause of the older man’s outburst of joyous expostulation amounting almost to a rebuke. Browning and the Dramatic Monologue 2011-04-30T02:00:14.330Z I withdrew to the edge of the roof while a few words passed between them that seemed to be on his part an expostulation and on hers an earnest denial and plea. The Siege of the Seven Suitors 2011-04-25T02:00:08.730Z So said the French functionary in a tone of cold formality that seemed to forbid expostulation! The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z His wife would not be said by him, 203 and his expostulations, in fact, merely hastened her impetuous departure on her visit to the Quins. Humours of Irish Life 2011-04-19T02:00:16.057Z Just then I could not face the dear lady, or bear her exclamations and expostulations, nor did I incline to see my friend Portington. The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z Resistance or expostulation would have been utterly useless. The Spanish Cavalier A Story of Seville 2011-03-31T02:00:19.850Z “But what am I to do?” inquired the footpad, in a tone of humble expostulation. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Several rushed inside; their entrance succeeded by loud words, in tones of expostulation. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z There is no time for expostulation, and already fresh victims are filling the boat. One Year Abroad 2011-03-27T02:00:18.457Z For one sick instant Newcomb tried to fit those sounds to expostulation, to revolt. The Messenger 2011-03-26T02:00:14.523Z The governor's daughter now wore a veil and mantilla; these, to a Spanish lady, needful articles of dress, had been given to Antonia by Inez, notwithstanding the angry expostulations of the old duenna. The Spanish Cavalier A Story of Seville 2011-03-31T02:00:19.850Z But so it was, and before long the second boat was reached, and that which contained Duncan Leslie came up, the latter littering an angry expostulation at being brought back from his search. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z The gentle girl, who was very anxious to bring about a reconciliation between her two brothers continued her mild expostulation with Bruce. The Haunted Room A Tale 2011-03-10T03:00:46.157Z For twenty-four hours she wept and sobbed, paying no attention to expostulations and threats. A Daughter of the Vine 2011-03-09T03:00:47.790Z This capricious and unprofitable train of thought was suddenly interrupted by loud expostulations from the housekeeper, who was trying to persuade someone to go away because the doctor was not at home. More Tales by Polish Authors 2011-03-04T03:01:05.113Z When they returned to the saloon, the Count resumed his expostulations. The Irish Ecclesiastical Record, Volume 1, February, 1865 2011-03-04T03:01:02.750Z It is to be supposed the waiter found his deception worth while, for when Lord Crewe arrived, he was met with surprise and quiet expostulation. Forty Years of 'Spy' 2011-03-04T03:00:57.237Z He knows her sufficiently well to refrain from further expostulation, and just accompanies her silently along the lonely road. Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z There was no answer, no expostulation, no air of offence, no look of injured pride, and, above all, no roar of laughter from his assembled mates. The Vicar's People 2011-02-25T03:01:16.160Z All my expostulations were vain, he met them with bitter scorn and the defiant manner of a lord and master. Withered Leaves. Vol. III.(of III) A Novel 2011-02-25T03:01:13.983Z He quitted the English court in spite of the entreaties and expostulations of Prince Geffrey Plantagenet, and sailed for the Levant. The Romance of Biography (Vol 1 of 2) or Memoirs of Women Loved and Celebrated by Poets, from the Days of the Troubadours to the Present Age. 3rd ed. 2 Vols. 2011-02-25T03:01:04.597Z "Look here," said the captive in well-nigh breathless expostulation. Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War 2011-02-24T03:01:02.917Z He felt now that he had to go on with these long-premeditated expostulations. Marriage 2011-02-22T03:00:06.867Z But they did not hobble far, for the voice of the Baron was heard in angry expostulation. The Joyous Story of Toto 2011-02-16T03:00:35.520Z "A digger, madame, a digger," said the Circus Proprietor in a tone of humorous expostulation, "when you haf not a treek!" Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z Mab and I had a stand-up fight about it in the hall just before starting, and it was only after a good deal of calm though firm expostulation I carried the day. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z The crowd, regardless of his expostulations, pressed forward, themselves being urged on by increasing multitudes behind. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z She was out of the door, and down the steps, before Atkins' expostulations were at an end. A Hero of the Pen 2011-02-04T03:00:19.217Z Her tone was one of pained and surprised expostulation. Abington Abbey A Novel 2011-01-30T03:00:14.557Z Appeals, protests, expostulations and complaints flowed in to head-quarters in one unceasing stream, but the Ministry knew too well the value of their representative not to lend him full support. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z She was just turning to go upstairs when her husband's third desperate expostulation brought her feet and her tongue to a pause. The Road to Understanding 2011-01-29T03:00:20.840Z Suddenly they heard his voice raised as if in expostulation. The Boy Scouts On The Range 2011-01-27T03:00:45.810Z He managed at last, however, to get in a few words of excuse between her breathless expostulations. Sarah's First Start in Life. 2011-01-26T03:00:24.470Z Cameron’s hand was raised in expostulation, but the sheriff continued hurriedly. Lost Farm Camp 2011-01-23T03:00:16.437Z The teacher looked helplessly at the quiet, great-eyed child, then launched into expostulation, argument, entreaty. Concerning Belinda 2011-01-21T03:00:12.087Z "But, Inez, surely you trusted me?" came the suave tones of expostulation from her husband. Parlous Times A Novel of Modern Diplomacy 2011-01-13T03:01:14.887Z Their answer to this expostulation was, in their own language, 'Come on shore, and we will kill you all.'—'Well,' replied Tupia, 'but why should you molest us while we are at sea? Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z The princess saw that her fear was too strong for expostulation or reproof, and embracing her, told her that she should stay in the tent till their return. Shorter Novels, Eighteenth Century The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia; The Castle of Otranto, a Gothic Story; Vathek, an Arabian Tale 2010-12-29T03:00:31.850Z He has seen youth ruined, at first with expostulation, then with only silent regret, then consenting to take part of the spoils; and finally, he has himself decoyed, duped, and stripped them without mercy. Gamblers and Gambling 2010-12-26T03:00:19.913Z The Government listened neither to expostulation nor to abuse. A Short History of English Liberalism 2010-12-22T15:03:38.007Z "I don't know why I care so much," she murmured in fresh expostulation, "but I feel as if I could not bear it." One of My Sons 2010-12-21T22:55:57.893Z He broke from the song into expostulation and explanation. The Pioneers 2010-12-20T17:12:11.787Z I had prepared a volume of expostulation; but when we met I remembered not a word. The Thousand and One Nights, Vol. I. Commonly Called the Arabian Nights' Entertainments When reasoning and expostulation failed, he did not hesitate to resort to bribes, and, if need were, to force. History of The Reign of Philip The Second King of Spain Volume The Third and Biographical & Critical Miscellanies Some minutes afterwards I could hear the voice of my companion exclaiming, in a tone of expostulation, "No, no, I won't follow you there." The Glaciers of the Alps Being a narrative of excursions and ascents, etc. No matter who might be the evil-doer, the exposure was sure to be made, and the expostulation, usually ending in denunciation, unless the sinner should repent, was sure to follow. John Knox Our living was detestable; and despite the expostulations, and even the blows, with which our chef was stimulated, he never seemed to improve. A Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas His faintly murmured expostulation met with wide-eyed surprise. A Blot on the Scutcheon On lifting his head, the victim heard nothing but the harsh expostulations of the two men, as they differed about the expediency of riveting the iron bars by which the door was fastened. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 14 She heard a whispering and rustling of clothes, as if the visitors were deciding, by expostulations and pushings, which of them should enter first. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 13 All this time the patient continued his screams—having, at intervals, recourse to exclamatory expostulation. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 A comrade named Heros, however, repeated the offensive expostulation, and lost his head. Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius Without further expostulation Gage seized the leg which still hung in the water and furiously tried to drag it down. A Poached Peerage When the very roar of evil waters sounded, and through it the first expostulation of a buoy bell, Philip's scrutiny could still detect no reluctance. The Unknown Sea Vainly I raised him from the ground—threatening, soothing, and expostulation were alike unavailing. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 13 His expostulations breathed an awful storm; while an icy clearness and a terrible calm rose in me. Woman He spluttered some expostulation and made for the roadway. The Wonderful Visit “You are very kind, but–” Constance had gone unceremoniously, and Margaret’s expostulation was cut short. Dolly's College Experiences "No, Mr. Fane, don't do that!" the woman groaned out, in a cracked expostulation. Sinister Street, vol. 2 I had no umbrella, but a cloak with a hood to it which I drew over my head, throwing Gertrud my hat when she too presently heaved past in a cloud of expostulations. The Adventures of Elizabeth in Rügen Here Lady Belinda blushed quite becomingly and perceiving the Viscount had contrived to swallow his tea, forthwith filled him more despite his expostulations. Our Admirable Betty A Romance The approach of Hamlen and Merry brought the unsatisfactory discussion to a forced conclusion, and Huntington rejoiced that it saved him from further expostulations. The Bachelors A Novel It was a voice of carefully quiet greeting, guarded interrogation, guarded expostulation. The Nest, The White Pagoda, The Suicide, A Forsaken Temple, Miss Jones and The Masterpiece Michael made a move to depart, feeling embarrassed by the implied criticism of the expostulation. Sinister Street, vol. 2 And regardless of Clodagh's quick, half-frightened expostulation, he stepped forward out of the little circle, and placed a gold coin on the number thirteen. The Gambler A Novel "Well, it's my way," replied the hostess, soothed down into a placid mood by this joint expostulation. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency On one of the lowest terraces of hell, says Dante, he found a Cordelier, who had been dragged thither by a logical demon, in defiance of the expostulations of St. Francis. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. The expostulations and suspicions of the Tlascalans made him, perhaps, more careful in his preparations against a surprise, and more rigorous in the discipline of his little corps, than he might otherwise have been. Sketches of Aboriginal Life American Tableaux, No. 1 The seventh plague, then, is ushered in by an expostulation more earnest, resolute and minatory than attended any of the previous ones. The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Exodus Her emotions were many and confused, but one personality occupied her thoughts against the angry expostulations of her reason. The Gambler A Novel He uttered the monosyllable in a tone that convinced at least one of his listeners that expostulation would be useless. John Dene of Toronto A Comedy of Whitehall After some expostulations with the duchess, who, I saw, was influenced by my enemies, I promised to do as she required. Lives of Celebrated Women The pauses in this significant chant were followed by choral symphonies, expressing, as eloquently as inarticulate sounds could do, the most earnest remonstrance, the most moving expostulation. Sketches of Aboriginal Life American Tableaux, No. 1 Long ago the Doctor had given over open expostulation; every such talk seemed to evoke a new and more airy and more adventurous demon in the backslidden Reuben. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 99, January, 1866 I knew expostulation was useless, a mere waste of breath, so I followed behind Jim, as he started up. The Frontier Boys in the Grand Canyon A Search for Treasure No threats or expostulation now, only example and encouragement. The Battle of Gettysburg To her expostulations he paid not the slightest attention. The Shadow "But why came you not before, my Mildred?" said the lover, with a slight lingering tone of expostulation; "you know not the bitterness of those countless minutes of anxiety, and doubt, and eager waiting." Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 354, April 1845 Every argument and expostulation was used with the mutineers. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Then he addresses the engine, half in expostulation and half in despair, "Oh, you condemned old female dog!" From Sea to Sea Letters of Travel Passe-partout, wishing above all things to respect his master, remonstrated in a respectful manner; but as his expostulations were so ill received, he took his leave. Round the World in Eighty Days This the Fingo did with the aid of sticks and stones, and much forcible expostulation, and the disappointed pack slunk back, to console itself by getting up a civil war on its own account. Harley Greenoak's Charge Ah, non!” the little man cried, lifting his hands in expostulation. A Gallant Grenadier A Tale of the Crimean War What, however, produced a greater effect upon Schuyler than any encomium or entreaty on the part of Congress, were the expostulations of Washington, inspired by strong friendship and kindred sympathies. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools The unheard-of audacity of this expostulation seemed to take away the Doctor’s breath, to render him utterly speechless. Haviland's Chum Stewards were skurrying hither and thither with their trays of bottles and glasses, steering their way with marvellous dexterity among the people, harassed by a chorus of orders, expostulations, objurgations from expectant or disappointed passengers. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt “You need not be in the least alarmed on my account,” she had said to the Hostes in answer to their reiterated expostulations. 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War Charging down the hill the mob of excited lads swept the old man aside, laughed merrily at his expostulations, and in a twinkling were aboard and shoving off from the river-bank. A Gallant Grenadier A Tale of the Crimean War A volume of expostulation in favour of some other steed having been silenced by Brian in quiet and peremptory fashion, the hopeful went out. A Veldt Vendetta Take that—and that”—emphasising the expostulation with a couple of sounding smacks on the head. Haviland's Chum “It won’t kill me yet, Marian,” he replied to her expostulations. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt He succeeded by expostulation in preventing their doing much injury, and even rescued the manager from their hands, but instead of sending notice of the rising to the neighbouring estates he went quietly home. The West Indies and the Spanish Main When he came upon the platform, he found the chairs occupied, and sat down among the alto singers, where he insisted on remaining despite the expostulations of Mr. Sherwin. The Story of Chautauqua When Johnson's own biography came to be written, Boswell, in spite of the expostulation of friends, resolved to be guided closely by the literary ethics of his great hero. Thomas Carlyle Famous Scots Series In this emergency he employed Suarez, the prince's almoner, who once had some influence over his master, to address him a letter of expostulation. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 The two police troopers fired off a humorous expostulation—they had both qualified in their knowledge of the Zulu for extra linguistic pay—and passed on their way. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion “No, Pa,” they answered, meaning it, too, but not sorry that their mother had come to the rescue: yet profoundly impressed by the stern earnestness of the paternal expostulation. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion The enraged husband hastened to his wife, and, without enquiry or expostulation, says Mariana, dispatched her with two strokes of his dagger. The Lusiad or The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem If the Emperor and his advisers did not listen to the penetrating expostulations of Thiers, and to his vigorous and instructed analysis of the conditions of their case, why should they listen to Lord Granville? The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol 2 of 3) Nobody heard her soft expostulations, and only the little lady herself heard the sharp rap on the door and noticed a piece of paper shoved under the crack. Molly Brown's Sophomore Days For Minton’s small family was uttering shrilling expostulation at the delayed meal. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion At first he tried expostulation, urging every reason he could think of for being suffered to pursue his way. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion “I say nothing of the impossibility of this being so,” she went on in a fever of expostulation. The Doctor, his Wife, and the Clock The Vatican Decrees in their bearing on civil allegiance: a political expostulation. The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol 2 of 3) For his expostulations spoke of just that—change. Fidelity A Novel She gave May a look of meek resignation that was harder to bear than any expostulation would have been. The New Warden The official in the fur cap listens with smiling courtesy to the expostulations of Monsieur, but cannot comprehend his meaning. Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) When Aunt Marion went to Priscilla's room a little later, with a tray of tea and comfits and a word of gentle expostulation, she found her niece in anything but melting mood. A Soldier's Trial An Episode of the Canteen Crusade Amidst remonstrance and expostulation, caresses and scolding, the work then is got over; but seldom so thoroughly that a little further attention is not needed, which is given on the following day. The Dog In the letters which follow Steele's above-quoted expostulation, the embers of misunderstanding flame and fade, to flame and fade again. A Century of English Essays An Anthology Ranging from Caxton to R. L. Stevenson & the Writers of Our Own Time However, he sensibly gave up trying to follow the maze of procedure, and hammered away with expostulation and question at the fact that the case wasn’t tried. The Case and Exceptions Stories of Counsel and Clients "You used to read, George?" he says to his host, in expostulation. A House-Party Don Gesualdo and A Rainy June From the adjoining room the muffled sound of voices, in petulant appeal or expostulation, was at times distinctly audible. A Soldier's Trial An Episode of the Canteen Crusade The extract from the letter of July 31 is an expostulation against Caryll's extravagant compliments. The Works of Alexander Pope, Volume 1 New Edition Lady ——'s expostulations with her son were useless. The Galaxy, June 1877 Vol. XXIII.—June, 1877.—No. 6. "I'll go myself"—— The quick wink that Swanson gave him stopped the catcher's angry expostulation. Jimmy Kirkland and the Plot for a Pennant "Oh, pray don't think—don't think for a moment——" murmurs Gervase; but his cousin understands that it is the conventional compulsory expostulation which every man who is well-bred is bound to make on such subjects. A House-Party Don Gesualdo and A Rainy June This did not please us, as we preferred remaining with our companions; but either expostulation or resistance would have involved us in worse difficulties, and we submitted. A Narrative of the Shipwreck, Captivity and Sufferings of Horace Holden and Benj. H. Nute Who were cast away in the American ship Mentor, on the Pelew Islands, in the year 1832; and for two years afterwards were subjected to unheard of sufferings among the barbarous inhabitants of Lord North's island "Hush!" said Enid, raising her hand—the serenity of her face was quite undisturbed by Sabina's expostulation. A Life Sentence A Novel When there was need of conference or ground for any wide expostulation the marquis would call a meeting in the chapel; but this occurred very seldom. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Volume 20, September, 1877. I do not question the accuracy with which you overheard my expostulations and entreaties on the subject of Miss Clinton's proposed journey, or the impatience I expressed at parting for her speedy return. The Lamplighter "I guess Miss DeWolf can tend to her own affairs without anybody's help," said Sorrel Top, not in the least dismayed by Daddy's expostulations. Little Wolf A Tale of the Western Frontier An awful moment, fraught with agony for the survivors ensue: and then the belligerents are once more brought to light by Fabian; who, after much search and expostulation, restores them to their proper places. Portia or By Passions Rocked In addition, James of Scotland was nephew to Henry of England, and the expostulation from uncle to nephew was of the mildest, without any threat even intimated. A Prince of Good Fellows To your imagination, Dr. Grey, I leave the details of what ensued,—my guardian’s remorseful grief, my lawyer’s wonder and expostulation, Mr. Carlyle’s confusion, chagrin, and rage. Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part The gallant sailor before another week had passed, after her father's expostulations, had cast anchor in the Thames—and without difficulty found the residence of Mr. Williams. Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 5 November 1848 If there had been one word of either expostulation or argument, he would have blazed and stormed in a fury of passion; but as it was, this broken-hearted submission, though vexatious, was perplexing. The Pearl of Orr's Island A Story of the Coast of Maine But the door was opened without even a gentle word of expostulation, and Jeff was drawn into a darkened room. A Little Hero The judge lifted his hands with a show of expostulation. The Daughter of a Republican No thought of Muriel’s misery entered for an instant into this entirely sordid calculation, or would have deterred her even momentarily, had it presented itself 208 in expostulation. Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part A little hand upon her gown saves further expostulation. Rossmoyne He even believed he saw visions with his own bodily eyes, and no expostulations of his friends could drive this belief out of his head. Weird Tales, Vol. II. But not one of his fellow-prisoners would consent to leave him behind; and, listening to their expostulations, he at length arose to accompany them. Cudjo's Cave "My dear, why have you done so?" was the first expostulation; "why did you not send for old Agnes to do your washing, as I told you." The May Flower, and Miscellaneous Writings From the beginning, Elsie distrusted, disliked, and eyed him suspiciously, but her expostulations and arguments only strengthened his influence, and partially overthrew hers. Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part "Darling!" said Nancy in a voice of grieved expostulation. The Squire's Daughter Being the First Book in the Chronicles of the Clintons But when did passion ever listen to the expostulations of friendship? Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 Wallop sat down, and Baxter himself attempted to put in a word; but the chief justice drowned all expostulation in a torrent of ribaldry and invective, mingled with scraps of Hudibras. The Trial of Theodore Parker For the "Misdemeanor" of a Speech in Faneuil Hall against Kidnapping, before the Circuit Court of the United States, at Boston, April 3, 1855, with the Defence They reduced it to ashes, and the least expostulation on our part exposed us to be shot down like outlaws. Acadian Reminiscences : The True Story of Evangeline Earnest expostulation and at all events a hint about prohibiting the export of provisions, in case a hearing were refused, could not remain without its due effect. The Life and Times of Ulric Zwingli He tried to prevent the others from looking, but his expostulations were unavailing. The International Monthly, Volume 5, No. 3, March, 1852 Vain were all the lady’s efforts and expostulations. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 How well the silent anguish of Macduff is conveyed to the reader, by the friendly expostulation of Malcolm—“What! man, ne’er pull your hat upon your brows!” Hazlitt on English Literature An Introduction to the Appreciation of Literature She was full of expostulations and arguments, but all were addressed to Toby, and she could not have borne any other society. Coquette A kind, or, as the occasion required, a stern expostulation of his—for he was a justice of the peace moreover—brought them to their senses. Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. The organ-grinder would be glad of her company, of any company, in fact; so he waited unquestioningly, while Glory explained, insisted, and finally overcame the expostulations of Timothy and Mary. A Sunny Little Lass The lady was walking now swiftly and stiffly towards the house, her face very pale and drawn, and Sir Isaac hurrying beside her in a white fury of expostulation. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman He joked and teased and carried on like a small boy; and insisted on ordering an elaborate dinner and a bottle of champagne, in the face of even Johnny’s scandalized expostulations. Gold A mere literary attack, however well or ill-founded, would not easily have drawn me into a public expostulation; for every man’s true literary character is best seen in his own writings. Calamities and Quarrels of Authors It was Mr. Quirk's own doing, however, and done after as much expostulation as the cautious Gammon could venture to use. Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. Jeremiah was set at liberty, and continued his earnest expostulations with the people on account of their sins, and his terrible annunciations of the impending ruin of the city just as before. Cyrus the Great Makers of History However, expostulation and reproach were bootless; nor would it answer here to go into the quarrel which ensued over the dead body. Callista : a Tale of the Third Century Jealous accusation, sharp recrimination, manly expostulation, shrewish aggravation; angry threat, summary dismissal. The Naples Riviera He was indignant for at least an hour, till he reflected that any expostulation on his part would be by Aunty Rosa construed into "showing off," and that Harry would tell the boys. Kipling Stories and Poems Every Child Should Know, Book II It will cost me several cups of tea, some toast and cake, and an ample measure of remonstrances, expostulations, and persuasions. Shirley The prophet, on one occasion, was reduced to extreme distress by the persecutions which his faithfulness, and the incessant urgency of his warnings and expostulations had brought upon him. Cyrus the Great Makers of History From behind the closed door there issued suddenly 246 the confused murmur of voices, one—a woman’s—rising and falling in the cadence of distress, the other low pitched in exasperated expostulation. Outside Inn As he thought he could write Greek much better than the Bishop, he meditated expostulation in that language. Essays in English Literature, 1780-1860 The governor, his heart pierced by their pathetic expostulations, could give no other satisfaction than his own anxious hopes. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 - Volume 41 of 55, 1691-1700 Explorations by early navigators, descriptions of the islands and their peoples, their history and records of the catholic missions, as related in contemporaneous books and manuscripts, showing the political, economic, commercial and religious conditions of those islands from their earliest relations with European nations to the close of the nineteenth century. I knew not what course to take; I found expostulation signified nothing, and all my hopes depended on what I might say to him after we were gone to bed at night. The Fortunate Mistress (Parts 1 and 2) or a History of the Life of Mademoiselle de Beleau Known by the Name of the Lady Roxana But all his expostulations were vain, for Cæsar precipitately rushed into the pond, and in an instant plunged into the middle with his charioteer behind him. The History of Sandford and Merton One good spankin’ will strike in truth when reams of sermons and tearful expostulations will fail. Around the World with Josiah Allen's Wife They walked up and down the long colonnade, jesting and merry, Tom unable to think or talk of anything long except his new bliss, saying all sorts of absurd things in spite of Elsie's expostulations. A Noble Woman We shall not go back to London," she said, in answer to a mild expostulation from her friend, "until you are as well as ever you were. Name and Fame A Novel They and their co-delegates had formulated and adopted the Quebec resolutions, on which a chorus of congratulation had drowned, for the time, the voices of warning and expostulation. The Fathers of Confederation A Chronicle of the Birth of the Dominion I——” But the door was closed, and further expostulation was useless. The Law-Breakers While Sir Langham's voice bayed forth a mixture of expostulation and assignation at the Yacht Club later on. Jan and Her Job Leonor, however, continued in the same frame of mind, insensible alike to his expostulations and bitter sarcasms. Gómez Arias Or, The Moors of the Alpujarras, A Spanish Historical Romance. Without attending to this expostulation, Paco secured the gold, and then rising to his feet, again repeated the question he had already twice put to his prisoner. Blackwoods Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 365, March, 1846 Although against their expostulations, every cent that she could scrape together, over and above the cost of the bare necessities of her living, she would expend for fruit to bring to Jack. Pretty Madcap Dorothy Or, How She Won a Lover "Better not, perhaps, my love," interposed the colonel, in mild expostulation; "you will be better in bed, and can see your kind friends to-morrow morning." Masterpieces of Mystery Riddle Stories "But why--" Sally began in a tone of expostulation. Nobody It was too late; the heart that could not yield to the voice of its own conscience, was not easily to be moved by the expostulation of a dependant. Gómez Arias Or, The Moors of the Alpujarras, A Spanish Historical Romance. And again she repeated the expostulation of all dairy-maids to all cats or children that have upset pans of milk—"What have you done!" Shoulder-Straps A Novel of New York and the Army, 1862 And without waiting to heed Jay Gardiner's expostulations—that he must go somewhere else first—he called a passing cab, and hustled him into it. Jolly Sally Pendleton Or, the Wife Who Was Not a Wife Argument and expostulation on this subject were fruitless. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. IX Once during the night Hawkhurst summoned them on deck, but they obeyed not the order; and to the expostulation of the boatswain's mate, who came down, they made no reply. The Pirate, and The Three Cutters My amazement at first knew no bounds; I remonstrated on the abruptness of the proposal, and endeavoured, by gentle expostulation, to ward off the threatening blow. Gómez Arias Or, The Moors of the Alpujarras, A Spanish Historical Romance. A chorus, a shriek, a Babel of expostulations. The First Violin A Novel His own honor was involved in his release, and day after day he became more importunate in his expostulations with Pizarro. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots He held up his hands in eager expostulation. The Traitors Aunt made a feeble expostulation about the train. Harper's Young People, August 31, 1880 An Illustrated Weekly He soon changed his mind, influenced, perhaps, as much by the dissensions, so evident in the expostulations of his friends, as by the expostulations themselves. James Madison Despite the suppressed cries, expostulations, and announcements that it was impossible, Adelaide was dressed in quarter of an hour. The First Violin A Novel From every side came expostulations in Yiddish and American. Ghetto Comedies There was a sharp crawk of expostulation as one of the hens shifted over. The Rainbow Just as he had opened his mouth in expostulation, the knight suddenly released his hold of Robin's legs, and shook him into the running water. Robin Hood He was, however, afterward driven by the expostulations of Pompey to defend the man. The Life of Cicero Volume II. My benefactor picked up my two bundles, and, in spite of my expostulations, carried them with him. The First Violin A Novel Presently, however, he distinguished a well-known voice evidently in expostulation with some one. The Ranger or The Fugitives of the Border The natives, being very indignant at this, and anxious for their own rights and safety, at first contented themselves with trying to avert the evil by an embassy and expostulations. The Roman History of Ammianus Marcellinus During the Reigns of the Emperors Constantius, Julian, Jovianus, Valentinian, and Valens For more than an hour they talked, and indignant servants, showing heads of expostulation, had to go away unnoticed. Godfrey Marten, Undergraduate Prayers, tears, psalm-singing and expostulation are light in the balance compared with that power at the ballot-box that coins opinions into law. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume III Adelaide’s name was the signal for a cold stare from Stella, and angry, indignant expostulation from Miss Hallam. The First Violin A Novel But all our expostulations and reproaches were in vain. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 363, January, 1846 The tears and expostulations of the wretched mother are of no avail; they have no influence over the mind of the infuriated father. Rambles in the Islands of Corsica and Sardinia with Notices of their History, Antiquities, and Present Condition. How many have an unholy pleasure in finding a brother in the wrong—blazing abroad his failings; administering rebuke, not in gentle forbearance and kindly expostulation, but with harsh and impatient severity! The Mind of Jesus It was only a matter of seconds to overtake the young man, seize him, turn him about and march him back with fierce expostulations that were a welcome vent to emotion. Heart of the Blue Ridge Whispered expostulations continued for a while, then the voices became quarrelsome and louder; and somebody suddenly rapped on the door. The Dark Star There were Elias and Romeo Augustus straining and tugging, coaxing and scolding, trying with might and main to stifle the expostulations of Mephibosheth, as they bore him down to an unmowed meadow. Harper's Young People, March 23, 1880 An Illustrated Weekly I have often heard her speak of her money affairs; she even used to joke about the expostulations of her bankers, Messieurs Barbey-Nanteuil, because she was too fond of gambling. Messengers of Evil Being a Further Account of the Lures and Devices of Fantômas The other lords and ladies, and Francis and Queen Mary particularly, joined in these expostulations. Mary Queen of Scots Makers of History She made and executed her own laws, regardless of all expostulations from other nations. Louis Philippe Makers of History Series She never tired of this one, and answered all excuses and expostulations with a force and sharpness that, as a general thing, silenced, if they did not convince. The Inglises Or, How the Way Opened This is what the Bible maintains, or otherwise the many exhortations, reproofs, expostulations, and threatenings are in vain. A Solemn Caution Against the Ten Horns of Calvinism The advice, or rather, let us say, the expostulation of the Trapper, was the best which, under the circumstances, could be given, but no directions, however correct, might prevent the dreadful catastrophe. Holiday Tales Christmas in the Adirondacks A letter of earnest expostulation, in the handwriting of Louis, was sent to Berlin; but in vain. Critical and Historical Essays, Volume III (of 3) This expostulation was too much for the foul fiend, who at once jumped over the railing of the bridge into the river, and was no more seen.” Old New England Traits Then he hurried away, joining the others quickly, in order that he might not hear the old gentleman's thanks or expostulations. Ralph Gurney's Oil Speculation Sometimes these attempts took the form of sympathy, sometimes of expostulation; and more than once there was something like gentle rebuke in the child’s words and tones. The Orphans of Glen Elder The remonstrances of Mr. Smitz and the oaths of the Englishman rose against the general din of the expostulations of the men and cries of the women. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton In the midst of the delighted expostulations that greeted this shot, the apartment bell rang sharply. Ainslee's, Vol. 15, No. 5, June 1905 Overcome perhaps by the vigor of her expostulation, the window was shut down with a slam. Old New England Traits When she would have screamed, a hand was clapped over her mouth, breaking her false teeth, and all her stifled shrieks, queries and expostulations were literally cuffed into a whimper. Anthony Lyveden No shadow of doubt seems to have crossed the father's mind, no word of expostulation rose to his lips. The True Story Book She would probably have succeeded in recovering her natural good-humored composure but for the girl herself, who, in the midst of the good creature’s expostulations, put the final touch to her mischief. The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies Finding that expostulation had no effect upon his brother, he one day entered his apartment and stabbed him to the heart. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 2 "Baconthorpe" to "Bankruptcy" “I’ll give you a riddle,” she went on, receiving his expostulation with a smile. A Woman's Will The man at the wheel saw the utter futility of further expostulation. Penny of Top Hill Trail He therefore sent a friendly message of expostulation, which met with a haughty response, and to a second message asserting the supremacy of the King of Spain Cacama replied that 'he acknowledged no such authority. The True Story Book The intemperate are the persons to whom these expostulations should be addressed. Select Temperance Tracts Finding that he was much exasperated at my expostulations, I embraced the offer of writing to inform my commander of our unfortunate situation, though there appeared not the least probability of relieving us. Great Pirate Stories As it was, Jonah made his way to the door amid an enraged murmur of expostulation, whose temper was aggravated by suppression almost to bursting-point. Jonah and Co. For two years your majesty, in devotion to others, has been estranged from me, and yet never have I publicly offered one word of expostulation. Louis XIV. Makers of History Series Perhaps this expostulation with one of their witnesses, awakened their suspicions. Salem Witchcraft and Cotton Mather A Reply Martin was on the point of a violent expostulation, but she stopped him. The Associate Hermits He would not listen to the doctor's expostulations, and finally the doctor gave in. The Trembling of a Leaf Little Stories of the South Sea Islands He felt himself more on an equality with his host than he had done before, and even thought he might venture on a little mild expostulation or lecturing. Tom Brown at Oxford One remembers similar expostulations from more respectable authors; but it is quite certain that Pigault-Lebrun—a Lebrun so different from his contemporary "Pindare" of that name—thoroughly meant what he said. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 The guilty may, for the brief earthly hour of their impenitence, affect to despise His divine warnings, laugh to scorn His solemn expostulations. Memories of Bethany The Government, impoverished by wars and extravagance, reduced the value of these revenues, with the result of creating discontent and calling forth expostulation from the disappointed annuitants. Pascal The man broke into querulous expostulation, but Walker, pointing to a woman with a sick child in her arms, told her to bring it to his desk. The Trembling of a Leaf Little Stories of the South Sea Islands Both he and Nan unwillingly heard the quick interchange of words, the wife's shrill, angry utterances, the husband's good-humoured expostulations. Studies in love and in terror It was the first of over two hundred notes from him, notes of abasement, beseeching argument, expostulation, and so on, all entrusted to Jeanne. The Humbugs of the World An Account of Humbugs, Delusions, Impositions, Quackeries, Deceits and Deceivers Generally, in All Ages He was accustomed to being questioned on his unconventional mode of life, and was prepared for the usual expostulations. Uncanny Tales So they retreated to a shady café, and, despite the expostulations of the corporal, lunched upon the one satiating thing the place contained—beer. The Tale of a Trooper In answer to the expostulations of De P�chels, the Chevalier gave him to understand that the same treatment would be continued unless he "changed his religion." The Huguenots in France Only your encompassing eyes peer at me with solemn expostulation out of the shimmering form I conjure up and call my lover. The Jessica Letters: An Editor's Romance Consequently there is likely to be greater plainness and directness in his exhortations, more closeness in his appeals, more of the earnestness of genuine feeling in his expostulations. Hints on Extemporaneous Preaching But at that moment Mr. Carrington coughed, evidently over a cake crumb, and failed to hear the expostulation. Simon Pollux silenced his daughter's expostulation with an impatient gesture of the hand. Hebrew Heroes A Tale Founded on Jewish History Court did not leave his brethren in France without the expostulations of his friends. The Huguenots in France No," said Toombs to his companion's expostulations, "I want fresh air, and I will die right here. Robert Toombs Statesman, Speaker, Soldier, Sage Then from the far end came the sound of voices, laughter, and laughing expostulation—this last in a woman’s voice that I knew too well. Marjorie Their only other conversation during dinner consisted in his expostulations on her small appetite and her low-voiced protests that she wasn't hungry. Simon Mrs. Starkey, who held the rattle aloft, sprung it at the first sound of the music, and continued to spring it in spite of the expostulations and laughter of the others. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 87, January, 1865 But here recollecting himself, he hesitated and started upon a more plausible line of expostulation. The Light of Scarthey Kathleen laughed tolerantly, recognising that further argument or expostulation was vain. Grey Town An Australian Story Niccolini had several interviews with his Holiness; but all his expostulations were fruitless. The Martyrs of Science, or, The lives of Galileo, Tycho Brahe, and Kepler In fact, this querulous temper of expostulation, running through the book, disfigures its literary aspect. The Posthumous Works of Thomas De Quincey, Vol. 2 Her sister cast a keen glance at her, while Colston, made a sign of expostulation. Prescott of Saskatchewan After another wrench of the hands he held in his, the sailor released them and fairly ran out of the room, without heeding his friend's bewildered expostulations. The Light of Scarthey He was a fussy, bustling man, and he raised his hand in expostulation. The Long Portage In my view, even the minutes I have spent in expostulation, have their value, because they protract the crisis, and the short period in which alone we may resolve to escape it. Washington and the American Republic, Vol. 3. The Jews had rejected the entreaties of the Son of God, and now expostulation and entreaty only made them more determined to resist to the last. The Great Controversy Between Christ and Satan It must be about that time that she for ever gave up expostulation or complaint in this matter. Emily Brontë But where was the use of either argument or expostulation with one so incapable of even understanding the mainsprings of his actions? The Light of Scarthey He paused and spread out one hand as if in expostulation. The Long Portage The flat echoed with the voices of children and the sounds of expostulation. A Tall Ship On Other Naval Occasions He has expected expostulation, indignation; has even fancied that his obstinate refusal to lend his friends any assistance may alienate them from his case, leaving him to face his fate alone. The Diamond Coterie Tradition reports that there was a great rattling of leather breeches, and expostulations, and lamentations at such solemn, private interviews. In The Boyhood of Lincoln A Tale of the Tunker Schoolmaster and the Times of Black Hawk And so it was with a return to his usual polite bearing, that he listened to the officer's relapse into expostulation. The Light of Scarthey The same line of expostulation occurs in other essays. Montaigne and Shakspere "Hold on! hold on! quit!" he kept on crying in expostulation. The Adventures of Bobby Orde He may have been plied by the expostulations of the servants of Christ, because of continuing regardless of the offers of mercy, not having acceded to them. The Ordinance of Covenanting Byron had already been sharply rebuked by the Edinburgh Review for describing Christabel as a "wild and singularly original and beautiful poem," and his appreciation of Scott provoked the expostulation of a friendlier critic. The Works of Lord Byron. Vol. 2 And yet I did not utter one groan, or angry expostulation; but in my heart I resolved nothing so seriously, as never to expose myself again to the like severities. Memoirs Of Fanny Hill A New and Genuine Edition from the Original Text (London, 1749) Nor yet the negro cook, since his voice is heard above in angry expostulation. The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea "My, I'm full!" said Bobby in the way of indirect expostulation against immediate activity. The Adventures of Bobby Orde The crown drew back with horror, uttering cries of vain expostulation. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 56, Number 348 She kept herself busy, as was best for her, and no one came to trouble her any more with counsel or expostulation. Allison Bain, or, By a Way she knew not I retorted; and, finding expostulation of no avail, I tried retaliation, commencing now to hit out with my fists in return. Crown and Anchor Under the Pen'ant While they were thus charitably judging him, they received a crushing response; hearing his voice among the mutineers—not in expostulation, or opposed, but as if taking part with them! The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea Twice over there was a halt, and we learned that the Indians were striving to return, till by violent threats and expostulations Garcia once more urged them on. The Golden Magnet In a mad expostulation with the deaf and frantic fire. Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 10 The Guide There was racket on the stairs, and wrestling in the passage, and half-stifled cries of expostulation or triumph everywhere, till a door opened, and closed again, and shut it all out. Allison Bain, or, By a Way she knew not Sir Anthony's presence prevented my proposed expostulations: yet I must be satisfied that she has not been so very happy in my absence. The Rivals A Comedy Kind admonition, stern reproof, angry expostulation, all have failed with this young man, in whom I cannot help feeling a strong interest. Who Are Happiest? and Other Stories The professional thief will resort to tears, expostulations, explanations, excuses of all kinds, finally begging to be allowed to depart. Danger! A True History of a Great City's Wiles and Temptations The Veil Lifted, and Light Thrown on Crime and its Causes, and Criminals and their Haunts. Facts and Disclosures. With these expostulations we may turn to the writer's pronouncements on the vitalistic question which seem to us to be worthy of serious consideration. Science and Morals and Other Essays No word to deride her foolishness would fall from his lips, and even Mr Rainy’s half-contemptuous expostulations would be restrained by the good doctor’s presence. Allison Bain, or, By a Way she knew not There was no time for expostulation, the French were found already to have occupied the whole ground. The Three Commanders Seeing the deadly fire in Basil’s eye, I flew to him and plied him with prayers and angry expostulations. The Grateful Indian And other Stories The criticism in the Times called for instant expostulation, and my answer was consequently sent in to the Editor, who forthwith returned it, regretting "that its tone prevented its appearance in the paper." The Gentle Art of Making Enemies This crime was regarded with detestation by the other powers of Europe; but they were too much occupied with their own troubles to interfere, except by expostulation. A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon For the Use of Schools and Colleges There was no censure in the tone, no reproof, a pleading rather: but when the irritation of offence is raw it resents expostulation and rebuke alike: they are just so much salt to the wound. The Justice of the King The landlord, with some expostulation, at last consented, he receipted the bill, and leaving 20 pounds of the money on the salver, made his bow, and retired. Japhet in Search of a Father This chapter refers to the condition of Israel at the time of this prophecy, and to the expostulation and threatened procedure of God concerning the nation. The Wesleyan Methodist Pulpit in Malvern Sermons Preached at the Opening Services of the Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, in 1866 All his wife's expostulations, however, were of no avail, and, much to her annoyance, it was not long before he appeared at Campagne Defli, where she was busy packing up their effects for another flitting. The Life of Mrs. Robert Louis Stevenson Then freedom of expostulation respecting the ruinous schemes of Law induced him to banish them, and they only obtained their recall by degrading concessions. A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon For the Use of Schools and Colleges Mr Percival’s indignant expostulation passed over the other culprits who heard it like a thunderstorm. St. Winifred's, or The World of School I studiously avoided speaking to him: he felt hurt at my conduct, I perceived, but I was afraid of his advice and expostulation. Japhet in Search of a Father He could understand that if the American, as it appeared, had become really attached to her, he would shrink from the risk of any expostulations on the course he had adopted. A Girl of the Commune What is the subject of all men's questions, doubts, complaints, censures, expostulations, and such like, of which the world is full? The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning Struboff seemed resigned to his fate; he allowed himself to be pushed upstairs without expostulation. The King's Mirror The woman raised her fat hands in expostulation. The Fifth Ace In hers there was tenderness, expostulation, entreaty; in his some shade of mingled horror and regret. A True Friend A Novel And then, without waiting to hear the host’s expostulations, he just told him to make out the bill, and then he went to the stables to put the horses to the wagon. Cruel As The Grave “Woe unto you, for ye strain at a gnat, and swallow a camel;” therefore are the prophets full of these expostulations. The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning And being so, the breath of God, I may breathe back these pious expostulations to my God: My God, my God, why is not my soul as sensible as my body? Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together with Death's Duel They shouted, positively shouted over their cards, they roared with excitement, expostulation, and laughter. The Lost Girl "I am to understand, then, Lady Caroline," said Wyvis, to whom Margaret's expostulation seemed to have brought sudden calmness and courage, "that my lowly origin forms an insurmountable barrier to my marriage with Miss Adair?" A True Friend A Novel This mild expostulation of the host seemed not without its effect, for the impending quarrel passed harmlessly away. Under the Rose O how sad is the secret reproof and expostulation contained in this commendation of God! The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning But comes not this expostulation too near a murmuring? Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together with Death's Duel And in her expostulation there was a touch of mockery for such a creed. The Lost Girl The clinking of silver, questions, answers, and expostulations went on. The Bishop of Cottontown A Story of the Southern Cotton Mills "Nay"—with gentle expostulation—"but you—members of the court—are many; not your sins." Under the Rose My mother added sharp and stinging words to my expostulations. Rookwood I threatened and struggled; but to no purpose, and finally gave it up and tried expostulation. The Spectre In The Cart 1908 In spite of Mr Donald Fraser’s expostulations, Senhor Silva would not consent to break up the camp till Stanley was in a fit state to travel. In the Wilds of Africa The smugglers were deaf to all Charley’s expostulations, and he and Tom speedily found their hands in heavy manacles, which would effectually prevent them from making their escape. Washed Ashore The Tower of Stormount Bay “When I engaged for a ride, Master Smart, my object was to see the big city,” said Jack, in a tone of expostulation. John Deane of Nottingham Historic Adventures by Land and Sea No answer was returned: expostulation was vain; and, fearful of placing himself at a disadvantage if he attempted to scale the bank, Hugh fired without further parley. Rookwood But the poor fellow’s expostulations were in vain. The Scalp Hunters Her faith in Hannah was becoming fixed, and it needed some expostulations from Mrs Snow to prevent her from letting the supreme power, as to household matters, pass into the hands of her energetic auxiliary. Janet's Love and Service But his wife's expostulations awoke his half-slumbering regrets; and Tom's disinterestedness increased the unpleasantness of his feelings. Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 455 Volume 18, New Series, September 18, 1852 He bade farewell to his friends, he entered the cloister, his father’s expostulations and anger caused him grief, but he persevered. Count Ulrich of Lindburg A Tale of the Reformation in Germany She saw at length that all expostulation was useless, the darkness of night prevented her from observing the direction they were taking. The Lily of Leyden Cautions and expostulations were unavailing with this spirited young creature, smarting under continued injustice and seeing with her uncompromising clearness of vision the selfish jealousy which would keep her out of her birthright indefinitely. Other People's Business The Romantic Career of the Practical Miss Dale Then a third, coming quickly after; while preceding, and mingling with the reports are men’s voices, apparently in mad expostulation. The Death Shot A Story Retold I tell you that I do not know what to say; if you can act as you have acted, you must be quite deaf to expostulation, and dead to shame. Julian Home The voice of the stranger was raised as though in anger or altercation, while that of the Governor was pitched lower, in tones that seemed to convey the idea of expostulation, entreaty, and apology. A Chinese Command A Story of Adventure in Eastern Seas There seemed to be a chorus of expostulation or remonstrance, above which two powerful voices rang out loud and angry. My Friend The Murderer Theodore would listen to no expostulations, and at length it was resolved to send an English army to compel him to deliver them up, although the difficulties of the undertaking were well-known. Our Soldiers Gallant Deeds of the British Army during Victoria's Reign Reflecting at his ease on all that wisdom of the ancients, he secreted the juices required for his expostulation. Erasmus and the Age of Reformation Robinson is seen in expostulation with a listening chief; a woman, behind him, is endeavouring to pour distrust into his ear. The History of Tasmania , Volume II To his great surprise, the brother Antonio stoutly refused to join in the rising, and Andrésʼ expostulations and exhortations were finally met with a threat to fire on him if he did not retire. The Philippine Islands An apology is not necessary, if you were inclined to make one, nor any further expostulations. Mary Wollstonecraft The prevailing tone is that of pathetic and sorrowful expostulation. The Books of the New Testament Even towards the end of his life, he warded off the insinuations of Alberto Pio of Carpi in a lengthy expostulation. Erasmus and the Age of Reformation It is the expostulation of the soul with Fate, the cry to a Power who should be a friend, but hides his face. The Chief End of Man Babble, expostulation, eager politeness of innocent travelers, and outside the long crack of rifles, an occasional rip of a machine-gun. Erik Dorn Both ladies set up shrill expostulations, but they found, as Mr. Ronald Barker had done, that there was something quietly compelling in this man’s methods. Danger! and Other Stories There was just a hint of expostulation in his raised eyebrows, and in the expression of his voice. Young Mr. Barter's Repentance From "Schwartz" by David Christie Murray The scholars consider it scolding; it is scolding, and though it may, in many cases, contain many sound arguments and eloquent expostulations, it operates simply as a punishment. The Teacher Or, Moral Influences Employed in the Instruction and Government of the Young To Elinor's expostulations and arguments, she had one answer: "She has been too good to me for me to leave her now," and her disappointed sister was forced to be content with that. Miss Pat at Artemis Lodge An attempt to eject Silver Jack, an expostulation even, would, he knew, lose him his entire crew. Blazed Trail Stories and Stories of the Wild Life "And why not, my dear?" demands Mr. Massereene, his manner full of mild but firm expostulation. Molly Bawn He opened his hands in a gesture of surprised expostulation. The Grell Mystery Mr. Ball gazed at his client through his spectacles, over the top of the last of the letters, which he still held open in his hand, and there was gentle expostulation in his eye. The Golden Shoemaker or 'Cobbler' Horn Some, who had hailed it with enthusiasm and proclaimed its pioneers as new Joans of Arc, changed their tone to expostulation and protest, and finally relapsed into silence. The Task of Social Hygiene "But," cried Severne, in expostulation, "do not these qualities appear in my story?" Blazed Trail Stories and Stories of the Wild Life After a final expostulation, accompanied with a threat to drive off, Jack imitated his example. The Lady of the Ice A Novel The traders poured out a torrent of expostulation. The Dash for Khartoum A Tale of Nile Expedition But we ceased not to urge him farther, his wife and elder children uniting with us in importunate entreaty and expostulation. Aurelian or, Rome in the Third Century Rosa's voice, raised in expostulation, sounded loudly from the kitchen, and a man's voice, also raised, was heard in response. Salthaven Everyone knows how Bob Sawyer’s party was disturbed by Mrs. Raddle’s angry expostulations, and the guests had to disperse. Pickwickian Manners and Customs He could only stammer a futile expostulation at the gross injustice of this. Blacksheep! Blacksheep! Oh, but, sir," sounding that note of submissive expostulation which the tactful staff-officer contrives to introduce when he feels himself obliged reluctantly to express disapproval of superior military authority, "oughtn't we to do something? Experiences of a Dug-out, 1914-1918 But Mr. Denslow assured us that the proceeding was wholly proper and businesslike, and Alice paid no heed to my expostulations. The House An Episode in the Lives of Reuben Baker, Astronomer, and of His Wife, Alice On my expostulation, his excuse was that he knew the Danaë of Scopas, in a recumbent posture, was to occupy the centre of the room. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection He spent the remainder of the day in loudly-expressed expostulation and lamentation. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 98, January 18, 1890 Once during the night Hawkhurst summoned them on deck, but they obeyed not the order; and to the expostulation of the boatswain’s mate, who came down, they made no reply. The Pirate The officers were mute; but one stout man on either side seized her arm, and led her away, notwithstanding expostulation, and some resistance on her part. Snarley-yow or The Dog Fiend There was much said on both sides, reasonings, entreaties, expostulations, and even jocularity passed, between the adverse, but yet quiescent ranks. Rattlin the Reefer But compass there was none on deck, and, even if there had been, the men in their drunken state would have refused to listen to Philip’s orders or expostulations. The Phantom Ship I, on the other hand, never said a word in way of expostulation. Percival Keene Its mute expostulation is quite painful to witness.” The Mission; or Scenes in Africa He was listening with impatience to the expostulations of one who stood before him, and shifted his position from time to time, when more than usually annoyed with the subject. The King's Own The emperor, returning, put the empress and Porphyrius to death; and after many ineffectual expostulations with Catharine, determined on putting her to death by the wheel which bears her name. Gryll Grange I heard these words as I lay there in the darkness, and knew that our assailants must be securing Gunson, while directly after Esau’s angry expostulations told what was going on with him. To The West “We will go and see where they are lodged, at all events,” said the captain, who at length yielded to his son’s expostulation. A True Hero A Story of the Days of William Penn “No, I will not do that,” said Reginald in answer to his expostulations. The Young Rajah “Extreme bad headaches”—“Mrs Skrimmage”—“nervous”—“ample satisfaction”—“conduct like gentlemen”—“complain to first-lieutenant”—were the unconnected parts of his expostulation, which could be distinguished. The King's Own She declared that she did not feel at all tired; however, as they were anxious to reach home if possible that night, they would not listen to her expostulations. The South Sea Whaler “Tumble them out!” cried the lieutenant, without attending to my expostulations. Paddy Finn Then, telling her that they would go out and take a short walk, they left the house without further ceremony, notwithstanding her expostulations. The Missing Ship The Log of the "Ouzel" Galley Throwing off his coat, and without waiting for any expostulation from Willie, he plunged into the stream, and swam boldly out towards the drowning man. The Gilpins and their Fortunes A Story of Early Days in Australia As the command of Captain Capperbar was but temporary, he allowed him to proceed without expostulation, contenting himself with turning his conduct into a source of conversation and amusement. The King's Own The reply to any expostulation was, ‘We can labour when you are gone: let us while you stay learn how to worship God.’ The Cruise of the Mary Rose Here and There in the Pacific Notwithstanding the Dominie’s expostulations, I was quickly ready. With Axe and Rifle In vain were all the expostulations of our guide. In New Granada Heroes and Patriots But no reply was deigned; all the expostulations he could offer were without the slightest effect. Hendricks the Hunter The Border Farm, a Tale of Zululand Adams waved his hand in expostulation, and continued to advance. The King's Own On this both the lads were seized, and, in spite of all their expostulations and assertions of their innocence, were being dragged off by the officers of the so-called justice. The Golden Grasshopper A story of the days of Sir Thomas Gresham Tacon looked not over well pleased; he well knew that expostulation would be useless. Ronald Morton, or the Fire Ships A Story of the Last Naval War “But really, you know, I hav’n’t a voice,” exclaimed the ensign in expostulation. Middy and Ensign The next moment his surprise gave way to indignation, and he raised his voice in tones of expostulation which Mrs. Grundy herself would have envied. The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant Go back to your places, and if I do catch you talking again in school hours—” “Please, sir, that wasn’t talking,” said Mercer in expostulation. Burr Junior Mr. Gordonmammon, having reiterated his rebukes and expostulations without receiving any answer but tears, called Mrs. Lawton to his assistance. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 101, March, 1866 Here, in spite of all Mr Calder’s expostulations, they were locked up in an upper chamber without food or water, and left to their own devices. Ronald Morton, or the Fire Ships A Story of the Last Naval War |
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