| 单词 | gentlemanlike |
| 例句 | I said, casually sliding a stick of gum out of the pack and offering it to Faith, real gentlemanlike. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z “I know them a little. Their brother is a pleasant gentlemanlike man—he is a great friend of Darcy’s.” Pride and Prejudice 1813-01-28T00:00:00Z Grant is smooth and gentlemanlike in a suit. Stylist Gabrielle Teare on Glamour of the Gods 2011-07-18T20:46:00Z He brings to mind one of those rough-spoken tycoon hosts trying to come across as gentlemanlike on “Dragons’ Den.” Summertime, and the Revivals in London are Breezy 2016-08-16T04:00:00Z The "intelligent, gentlemanlike" practitioner is a kind of therapist, whose business is humouring his clucking patients. Ten questions on Jane Austen 2012-05-18T21:45:05Z He attracts more admiring glances than his friend Mr Bingley, who is described as “good looking and gentlemanlike”. Portrait of 'real' Mr Darcy unlikely to set 21st century hearts aflutter 2017-02-09T05:00:00Z His language was free from all slang, and very gentlemanlike and well chosen, and he discussed everything. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z His manners are extremely gentlemanlike; no stiffness or reserve, either rustic or priestly, interfering with their easy vivacity. Paris and the Parisians in 1835 (Vol. 1 of 2) 2012-02-29T03:00:23.930Z Look at the line of the mouth and chin; see the mild gentlemanlike contour. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z Arts and handicrafts were not considered gentlemanlike pursuits; the industry of the city was relegated to Spaniards of low birth, to the Mud�jares, and to aliens. The Story of Seville 2011-11-15T03:00:17.143Z It is stated concerning him, "that he was a gentlemanlike man, of popular talents." Memorials of the Independent Churches in Northamptonshire with biographical notices of their pastors, and some account of the puritan ministers who laboured in the county. 2011-10-13T02:00:37.230Z By the way, I hear an excellent character of your officers for regularity and gentlemanlike manners. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 2011-10-07T02:00:22.270Z The evening of this day we spent at a soir�e, where we met, among many other pleasant persons, a very sensible and gentlemanlike American. Paris and the Parisians in 1835 (Vol. 1 of 2) 2012-02-29T03:00:23.930Z “And you are such an admirable judge of what is manly, or even gentlemanlike!” said Longcluse. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z Her companion, in spite of his elegant appearance and gentlemanlike bearing, had, on close inspection, something pretentious about him. The Jew 2011-10-06T02:00:34.840Z He was a worthy, gentlemanlike person, if eccentric. The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia with an introduction by Julius Bramont 2011-09-27T02:00:18.213Z He is highly accomplished, a beautiful poet and fine draughtsman, and, what is better, of a most honorable and gentlemanlike disposition. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 2011-10-07T02:00:22.270Z The manner of your declaration has affected me only in one way:—it has spared me the concern which I might otherwise have felt in refusing you, had you behaved in a more gentlemanlike way. Pride and Predjudice, a play 2011-09-17T02:00:30.190Z It presented by no means a gentlemanlike exterior. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z This cook then speaks to the man who has hired him in this way,— A. You do display a gentlemanlike taste And kind; but one thing still you have omitted. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z The officers of the corps, I am confident, will all regret the loss of a person whose mild and gentlemanlike manners and disposition had so much endeared him to them. Twenty-Five Years in the Rifle Brigade 2011-07-21T02:00:19.027Z It is impossible to imagine a demeanour or address more perfectly gentlemanlike and respectful than those of Mr. Cartwright as he walked across the room to receive Miss Torrington. The Vicar of Wrexhill 2011-07-13T02:00:20.177Z He was well versed in the history of his art, and of a mild and gentlemanlike disposition of mind. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 1-98, 1850-1899 None 2011-06-27T02:01:02.870Z Had he not found him good-natured and gentlemanlike? Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z Mr. Talbot was a man of about sixty—tall, thin, and gentlemanlike in deportment, with grey hair, and black eyebrows, which lent considerable expression to the orbs beneath them. Auriol or, The Elixir of Life 2011-06-24T02:00:23.867Z In Elizabeth’s reign it was firmly established as your only gentlemanlike weapon. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" 2011-06-19T02:00:16.580Z It seems to me the very thing for a spirited, popular, and at the same time gentlemanlike, critique.’ The Real Gladstone an Anecdotal Biography 2011-05-29T02:00:07.883Z He is a charming boy, most gentlemanlike, and has that peculiar childlike simplicity which belongs to none but Italians. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume I 2011-05-22T02:00:16.657Z He was gentlemanlike, clever, and rich; but not a soul of all the men who knew him had ever heard of him at school or college. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z His mother let that suggestion lie, but she said, "You must remember, my boy, that Theodore has many qualities which—which——He is very well educated, and clever, and gentlemanlike." That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 2 2011-04-26T02:00:28.200Z They are selected for convivial qualities, not the gentlemanlike ones. Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. II 2011-04-15T02:00:16.987Z The army will, however, always be the gentlemanlike cloth, and I thank my stars I don't believe we have a single relative afloat. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. II (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:06.657Z I found him, as I had expected, a most agreeable and gentlemanlike companion, clever and well informed, and with a higher and more settled tone of principles than is common to his age and position. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 370, August 1846 2011-04-01T02:00:28.747Z It was a great pity that there were some odd things said about this very agreeable, obliging, and gentlemanlike person. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z The tall attorney, with the tall bald head and pink eyelids, entered simpering, with hollow jaws, and a stride that was meant to be perfectly easy and gentlemanlike. The Tenants of Malory Volume 1 of 3 2011-03-04T03:01:04.443Z Mr. Larkin opened his pink eyelids, and showing his small, light blue eyes, while he maintained his easy and gentlemanlike attitude. The Tenants of Malory Volume 2 of 3 2011-03-04T03:00:56.067Z He's so handsome—so perfectly gentlemanlike—so agreeable, and so—everything else. Sharing Her Crime 2011-03-04T03:00:54.907Z You guessed rightly, my dear Bob; my letter to Vickars has turned out confoundedly ill, though I must say, all from his total want of gentlemanlike feeling. The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I 2011-03-03T03:00:56.130Z Were it not sin against secrecy, I would say it were a piece of gentlemanlike knavery. The Spanish Tragedy 2011-02-21T03:00:10.373Z How would some aristocratic papas and mammas be horrified at seeing their gentlemanlike sons heading the party, and playing the part of principal herdsman on the redoubtable occasion! The Cape and the Kaffirs A Diary of Five Years' Residence in Kaffirland 2011-02-19T03:01:12.480Z It will be such a boon to the House to hear a gentlemanlike tone on questions which have always been treated in coarser guise. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. I (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:16.820Z The major was proud of Arthur, who had high spirits, frank manners, a good person, and high gentlemanlike bearing. A History of Pendennis, Volume 1 His fortunes and misfortunes, his friends and his greatest enemy 2011-01-13T03:01:13.027Z The prisoner, a gentlemanlike young fellow of six or seven and twenty, had stabbed another in some fit of jealousy. The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I 2011-03-03T03:00:56.130Z The gallery was packed, and the gods, for gods, were gentlemanlike. Romantic Spain A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. I) 2010-12-27T03:00:17.990Z It would be the gentlemanlike thing to do. Rachel Ray The causes are, his high character for probity, honour, and talents; his fine countenance; the benevolent interest he took in the concerns of all his friends; his simple and gentlemanlike manners; his untimely death.” Springtime and Other Essays He is a very good boy, rather idle and unenergetic, but he is a very honest, gentlemanlike little fellow, though I can't get him to construe as I wish. A History of Pendennis, Volume 1 His fortunes and misfortunes, his friends and his greatest enemy 2011-01-13T03:01:13.027Z “Yes,” said Lord Lansmere; “he was pointed out to me in the Park—a handsome man for a foreigner; wears his hair properly cut; looks gentlemanlike and English.” Harper's New Monthly Magazine, February, 1852 Captain Churchill, quiet and gentlemanlike, gives no personal offence, but popularity he cannot hope for, having no means of recommending himself. The English in the West Indies or, The Bow of Ulysses It was not merely that he displayed an invariable good-humor and pleasantry, but there was a forbearance about him, and a delicacy in his dealing with me, actually gentlemanlike. That Boy Of Norcott's He appeared to be of a reserved and gentle nature, with quiet, gentlemanlike manners; and there was something melancholy in the expression of his face which made one desire to know more of him. Margaret Fuller (Marchesa Ossoli) I intend to give up the river, and take to some more gentlemanlike trade than dredging for dead men.' Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune Thus, sir, it lies at your door to gain the applause of the whole city, a few misers excepted, by a generous and gentlemanlike discovery of this affair. Augusta Triumphans Or, the Way to Make London the Most Flourishing City in the Universe The agoumenos of this monastery was a remarkably gentlemanlike and accomplished man; he spoke several languages and ruled over a hundred and thirty monks. Visits To Monasteries in the Levant The author of The Ladies' Calling is no exception; but he does his spiriting in a gentlemanlike way. A Century of English Essays An Anthology Ranging from Caxton to R. L. Stevenson & the Writers of Our Own Time He was a broken-backed little fellow, as vain of his person as a peacock, and accordingly we always called him Humpy Harlow, with the spirit of gentlemanlike candour which characterised all our conversation. Tales from "Blackwood," Volume 2 In dress, air, and look, he was thoroughly gentlemanlike; a little foppish, perhaps, in the arrangement of his hair, and somewhat too much display in the jewelled ornaments that studded his neckcloth. The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life I must say Laidley acted in a much more decent and gentlemanlike way than I expected. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Volume 20, September, 1877. To say the truth, I do not know any class of people more deserving of money, or who can spend it in a more gentlemanlike manner, than soldiers. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment Melancholy—melancholy is your only gentlemanlike bearing, as Shakespeare says. Olla Podrida Yes—I think he is of rather an amiable turn," observed Gammon, with an expressive smile—"very gentlemanlike—and so intelligent"—— "Intelligent! Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. Peel again spoke very well, and old Byng made a very independent, gentlemanlike speech. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. III He spoke, but without any violence, in a fair and gentlemanlike manner, a speech creditable to himself, useful and becoming. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. II I always found him strictly honest, gentlemanlike, kind, and grateful, possessing docility of manners and nice feelings. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment At first I hardly recognised him, for he was in plain clothes, which had the effect of converting the smart sergeant into an exceedingly handsome and gentlemanlike civilian. Tales from Blackwood, Volume 7 In manner Mr. Aubrey is calm and gentlemanlike; in person he is rather above the middle height, and of slight make. Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. Both of them explained in Parliament last night, Lord Grey, as they tell me, in a very moving and gentlemanlike speech, admirably delivered. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. III The Duke of Wellington spoke afterwards; not much of a speech, but gentlemanlike and anti-factious, and approving of all Lord Grey had done about Belgium. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. II The most gentlemanlike person took the chair and talked about an equal representation of the people, and of putting an end to war. Shelley, Godwin and Their Circle It is neither gentlemanlike or high spirited, as you know that I have no one to take my part but myself. Is He Popenjoy? Give me Mr. Gammon for my money," said Titmouse, sighing, "such an uncommon gentlemanlike gent—he's quite taken to me"—— "Ah, that, I suppose, was him with the black velvet waistcoat, and pretty white hands! Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. Londonderry made a good speech in the House of Lords last night, gentlemanlike and temperate. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. III The Government are in exceeding delight at the Duke’s conduct ever since he has been in opposition, which certainly has been very noble, straightforward, gentlemanlike, and without an atom of faction or mischief about it. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. II "It would be a pity he should starve; for he is a remarkably gentlemanlike, agreeable fellow," observed the general. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 3, August, 1850. The total disappearance of Edgar is the best thing that could happen to him, and the only really satisfactory point is Bucklaw's very gentlemanlike sentence of arrest on all impertinent questioners. Sir Walter Scott Famous Scots Series The captain was a very gentlemanlike person, the steward attentive, and the passengers full of politeness. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 57, No. 351, January 1845 He was a man of a good, reasonable stature, with sound, strong limbs; of good judgment, high talent, and gentlemanlike aspect. Christopher Columbus and His Monument Columbia being a concordance of choice tributes to the great Genoese, his grand discovery, and his greatness of mind and purpose He was a man of exceedingly gentlemanlike manners, and amiable disposition; and his taste was, upon the whole, well cultivated and correct. Bibliomania; or Book-Madness A Bibliographical Romance To drive slowly, is much more gentlemanlike, and, at the same time, more difficult than going fast. Hints on Driving When there I was encountered by Mr. Fenwick, not only in a most unchristian spirit, but in a bearing so little gentlemanlike, that I cannot describe it to you. The Vicar of Bullhampton All fancy-caps with whalebone, falling tops, angular projections, &c., are utterly abominate; we pin our faith to the quiet, unsophisticated, gentlemanlike cap worn by our officers: it beats almost any other head-dress in the world. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 57, No. 351, January 1845 No, mamma; he is a little too gentlemanlike. Vixen, Volume I. He is not altogether devoid of gentlemanlike scruples. The Big Drum A Comedy in Four Acts "We met him at the Smiths'—a gentlemanlike agreeable man, about forty," said Mrs. Skratdj, in reference to some matter interesting to both ladies. Last Words A Final Collection of Stories He is well-informed, gentlemanlike, sensible, with good manners, good taste, and has a talent for music; he is always in good humour, and discriminating without being difficult. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. I He was a man with prejudices,—kindly, gentlemanlike, amiable prejudices. Ralph the Heir With his usual gentlemanlike feeling he at once granted it. The Grateful Indian And other Stories Mr. Highfly was a man of gentlemanlike appearance and manner; his language was refined, and his conduct was delicate; so much so that Charles at once changed his tone in speaking to him. Loss and Gain The Story of a Convert Dr. Fisher was a man of gentlemanlike exterior, of good address, of superior educational acquirements, of fair mental capacity, and, in a word, a gentleman and a scholar. The Rise of Canada, from Barbarism to Wealth and Civilisation Volume 1 I happened to say that I had not been prepared to find the great bookseller a man of such gentlemanlike and even distinguished bearing. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume V (of 10) I took up my politics at that period, as King Charles II. did his religion, from an idea that the Cavalier creed was the more gentlemanlike persuasion of the two. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume I (of 10) Up we sprang; arrayed ourselves in our walking-dresses, stowed away our more gentlemanlike habiliments in the knapsacks, and addressed ourselves to breakfast. Germany, Bohemia, and Hungary, Visited in 1837. Vol. II Commonly they are, or appear to be, young, and all have a gentlemanlike appearance. The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II There was also about him a gentlemanlike bearing; and his address and conversation soon convinced all of us that we were in the company of an educated man. The Desert Home The Adventures of a Lost Family in the Wilderness Yet we lose in him a most excellent critic, an accomplished scholar, and one who graced our forlorn drama with what little it has left of good sense and gentlemanlike feeling. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume V (of 10) The first beating was given me for the following cause: A very gentlemanlike young officer in the regiment was very particular in his attentions to me. Valerie I know George Winterbotham is not the least interesting, but he is perfectly gentlemanlike and presentable, and so on, and he makes her a most devoted husband. The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance And then, even those he robbed, admitted that he was the most gentlemanlike highwayman they had ever the fortune to meet with, and trusted they might always be so lucky. Rookwood The petition of the English authors to Congress was warmly espoused by Mr Clay, who invariably leads the van in everything which is liberal and gentlemanlike. Diary in America, Series Two You will find intellectual and gentlemanlike people in America, but they are scattered here and there. Diary in America, Series One While they were in converse, a very gentlemanlike man raised his hat to Madame Bathurst, as I thought, and passed on. Valerie For less than twopence-halfpenny she could have given the very gentlemanlike intruder a shake too! The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance Is he not a devilish good-looking, gentlemanlike sort of fellow? Rookwood Stanhope is a gentlemanlike man, but then his legs are too short and his tail too long. Jane Austen, Her Life and Letters A Family Record "You haven't told me why you like this gentlemanlike boor," he persisted. Peak and Prairie From a Colorado Sketch-book I know that he is very gentlemanlike, and is neither a coxcomb nor a pedant, which is refreshing in these days.” Valerie There is something extremely refined and gentlemanlike in this form of liberality. The Book-Hunter A New Edition, with a Memoir of the Author He—the calm, gentlemanlike, Captain Rothesay—burst into a storm of passion that would have disgraced a boor. Olive A Novel A sort of cool, gentlemanlike manner, but very silent. Jane Austen, Her Life and Letters A Family Record Who should be assured against coarse usage if a man of his really elegant, perhaps in fact a trifle over-refined or "effete" appearance, his absolutely gentlemanlike type, couldn't be? The Finer Grain We are unable to conceive how the "gentlemanlike" can otherwise be maintained; and maintained in this way it is. Harvard Classics Volume 28 Essays English and American I do not mean to cast the slightest aspersion on the manners of my present doctor, who is as polite and gentlemanlike a young fellow as one could wish to meet. Fifteen Chapters of Autobiography I exchanged a few compliments, and a little news with the officers on deck, who appeared to be very gentlemanlike fellows, when the first lieutenant requested my presence in the cabin. Peter Simple I am convinced that it will end in a very gentlemanlike hand, much above par. Jane Austen, Her Life and Letters A Family Record He had found at his command a tone that made him feel more gentlemanlike than he had ever felt in his life or should doubtless ever feel again. The Finer Grain My companions were pleasant and gentlemanlike men, and we discoursed freely upon every topic; no one could have imagined that I was a state-prisoner. The Privateersman He was not only a very good-looking, but a gentlemanlike boy in his manners. The Poacher Joseph Rushbrook There was such a gentlemanlike, frank, and courteous air about the stranger, that Edward immediately assented to his proposal of their riding in company for mutual protection. The Children of the New Forest He is a very gentlemanlike, good-looking, pleasant young man, I assure you. Jane Austen, Her Life and Letters A Family Record His dress was changed, and he offered the appearance of an upright gentlemanlike, hard-featured man, who had apparently gone through a great deal of service without his stamina having been much impaired. Newton Forster The Merchant Service The officers on Magruder's Staff are a very good-looking, gentlemanlike set of men. Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 He is one of your profession—a lively, amusing sort of Irish major; gentlemanlike, nevertheless. The Poacher Joseph Rushbrook With this Christian and gentlemanlike feeling towards Lady Penelope, he escorted his sister into the eating-room, and led her to her proper place at the head of the table. St. Ronan's Well "Yes," said Lord Lansmere; "he was pointed out to me in the Park—a handsome man for a foreigner; wears his hair properly cut; looks gentlemanlike and English." The International Monthly Magazine - Volume V - No II They say he is gentlemanlike, though a bigot. The Infernal Marriage During the morning I visited Colonel Bankhead, a tall, gentlemanlike Virginian, who was commanding officer of the troops here. Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 These were well-dressed, gentlemanlike men and modest, respectable-looking women who seemed by no means either afraid or ashamed of the position in which they found themselves. The Insurrection in Paris Henrietta and her father agreed that he was a most gentlemanlike personage-that he was very clever and very agreeable; and they were glad to know him. Sketches We shall both be most happy to receive you and your husband, who is, I must say, one of the most gentlemanlike looking men I ever saw. Can You Forgive Her? Let me render you our thanks, we do never forget your gentlemanlike conduct. The Story of Paul Boyton Voyages on All the Great Rivers of the World I was received there by Colonel Debray and two very gentlemanlike French priests. Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 It is a pleasure to kill a man who dies in such a gentlemanlike manner. The Danvers Jewels, and Sir Charles Danvers This does not suit the “Bells”: they have their own rude north-country ideas of what is delicate, honourable, and gentlemanlike. Charlotte Brontë and Her Circle Nearly opposite was seen the gentlemanlike figure of poor Joseph Collins, whose untimely death, a few years later, created an intense feeling of sorrow in the minds of all who knew him. Personal Recollections of Birmingham and Birmingham Men Dumnoff, who did not like the Count's gentlemanlike manners and fine speech, sullenly stirred the fiery mixture he was concocting. A Cigarette-Maker's Romance Lieutenant-General Leonidas Polk, Bishop of Louisiana, who commands the other corps d'armée, is a good-looking, gentlemanlike man, with all the manners and affability of a "grand seigneur." Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 Sir Walter Scott, with his universal geniality, read Pelham in 1828 and "found it very interesting: the light is easy and gentlemanlike, the dark very grand and sombrous." Some Diversions of a Man of Letters Gentle force,—and gentlemanlike,—but none the less true to its name. Wych Hazel He is a tall gentlemanlike looking man, with spectacles, and rather deaf. Memoir of Jane Austen Nutter, balked of his gentlemanlike satisfaction, stared with a horrified but somewhat foolish countenance from Puddock to O'Flaherty. The House by the Church-Yard The Judge was a very gentlemanlike nice old man. Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 Yes, he had made a pleasant impression upon Mr. Euston, and seemed to be a person of intelligence and good breeding—very gentlemanlike. David Harum A Story of American Life We found him to be a very quiet, unassuming man, who gave us a most kind and gentlemanlike reception, equal to anything of the kind of Tripoli. Narrative of a Mission to Central Africa Performed in the Years 1850-51, Volume 1 Under the Orders and at the Expense of Her Majesty's Government Too much!" and when Rex assured him it was very old, not worth anything, etc., etc., he hastily interrupted him with a thoroughly gentlemanlike air, almost Grandisonian, "Oh! oh! as good as new to me. Juliana Horatia Ewing And Her Books All we ask of these gentlemanlike birds is, that they mistake not their talent—affect not music; or if they do, that they treat not us to their queer warblings. The House by the Church-Yard They were very picturesque fellows; tall, thin, and ragged, but quite gentlemanlike in their manners. Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 He makes such a serious matter of all these things, andPg 123 is so 'melancholy and gentlemanlike,' that it is quite overcoming to us choice spirits. Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 3 With His Letters and Journals I don't care that for your opinion, and I do not allow that you are a judge of what is gentlemanlike. The Passenger from Calais Now the captain was an exceedingly gentlemanlike man, a good sailor, and a first-rate navigator. Sketches From My Life By The Late Admiral Hobart Pasha What we wish to notice is the pains which many young men take to qualify themselves for Bedlam, by hiding a good, sober, gentlemanlike understanding beneath an assumption of thoughtlessness and whim. English Satires Colonel Manly is a very gentlemanlike Carolinian; the ladies were pretty,71 and, considering the blockade, they were very well dressed. Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 He wore a black soft felt hat and a red silk sash which just peeped from beneath his waistcoat—in all, striking, yet not bizarre, and notably of gentlemanlike manner. An Unpardonable Liar His manners were gentlemanlike but slightly old-fashioned, and, doubtless, many a young Englander would have found matter for ridicule in some of his doings and sayings. Gladys, the Reaper Conway's "high blood" was as great a recommendation to Mrs. Piozzi as his good looks, and he vindicated his claim to noble descent by his conduct, which was disinterested and gentlemanlike throughout. Autobiography, Letters and Literary Remains of Mrs. Piozzi (Thrale) (2nd ed.) (2 vols.) Edited with notes and Introductory Account of her life and writings So far my uncle was right; and if he had been perfectly gentlemanlike, he really might have passed for a handsome man in the judgment of some critics. Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh He is a very gentlemanlike and intelligent but diminutive Virginian, and had only just assumed the command at Mobile. Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 The story of Handel's composing always in full dress conveys at least the useful lesson of a gentlemanlike deference for the art a man professes and for the public whose attention he claims. The Function of the Poet and Other Essays He was always gentlemanlike, always kind, always ready to do anything she asked him, but he never relaxed the somewhat formal respect of his manner. Gladys, the Reaper The ogre drops his club, assumes a veneer of polite refinement and relies on the more gentlemanlike method of the dagger and stiletto for gaining his ends. The Tale of Terror A Study of the Gothic Romance Nothing can be finer, more gentlemanlike, and nobler, than the conversation and compliments of these young men. The Works of Charles Lamb in Four Volumes, Volume 4 It is very pleasant, in the present case, to see both attack and defence conducted with so gentlemanlike a reserve,—and the latter, which is even more surprising, with an approach to amenity. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 09, No. 51, January, 1862 Let them be soundly learned, yet suffer them to be gentlemanlike qualified”; and the admonitory reference, though he had left Cambridge some time before, is said to have been to “sweet master Campion.” The Art of Letters Does he strive to be melancholy and gentlemanlike, or is he merely overcome by the heat? Twice Told Tales I can easily answer that; for she is as soft as Damon, in comparison of her brother-in-law Tom Bellfrey,374 who is the most accomplished man in this kingdom for all gentlemanlike activities and accomplishments. The Tatler, Volume 1, 1899 He retired, and soon returned with a roll of blotted manuscript, in a very gentlemanlike, but nearly illegible, hand, and a great part written on cartridge-paper. Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists There's no such thing as a dashing gentlemanlike robbery committed now-a-days on the king's highway. Tales of a Traveller Upon this, Morgan O'Connell, a very agreeable, gentlemanlike man, who had been in the Austrian service, and whom I knew well, said he would take his father's place. The Bed-Book of Happiness I exchanged a few compliments and a little news with the officers on deck, who appeared to be very gentlemanlike fellows, when the first lieutenant requested my presence in the cabin. Peter Simple; and, The Three Cutters, Vol. 1-2 Lord Pembroke dined here yesterday, he is peculiarly well-bred and gentlemanlike, and looks a nobleman from top to toe. The Idler in France Their chivalry, patriotism, gentlemanlike deportment, and professional skill cannot be too much admired and applauded by their countrymen. What I Saw in California Mr. Emerson was a handsome man, rather tall, with a fair complexion, his cheeks slightly tinted, his motions easy, graceful, and gentlemanlike, his manners bland and pleasant. Ralph Waldo Emerson Mr. Bannerman is himself a gentleman of colour, and a man of education; he resided a long time in England, and is a sensible, mild, and gentlemanlike man. A Voyage Round the World, Volume I Including Travels in Africa, Asia, Australasia, America, etc., etc., from 1827 to 1832 He was a long, lean, grey, faded, exceedingly mild, and perfectly gentlemanlike old man; but she was one of the queerest people my roving life has ever made me acquainted with. What I Remember, Volume 2 “Don’t, Sedley,” said a sturdy but more gentlemanlike lad of the same age, thrusting him aside. A Reputed Changeling Or Three Seventh Years Two Centuries Ago The Alderman was recalled from a profound stupor, by this gentlemanlike and considerate proposal. The Water-Witch or, the Skimmer of the Seas For one thing, his present wife looked up to him with perfect admiration, and he, knowing his own poverty, rather looked down upon her in consequence, though in a loving, gentle, and gentlemanlike way. Paul Faber, Surgeon But of the rest of him, except that he was a tallish, well-made man, dressed in—as far as I could see things—a gentlemanlike fashion in grey tweeds, I could see nothing. Dead Men's Money They are most gentlemanlike men, and will be shocked at such conduct as this from the Squire of Buston. Mr. Scarborough's Family Mr. Tombey is such a very nice young man, and so very gentlemanlike. Mr. Meeson's Will Mr. Quest was disengaged, and he was shown straight into the inner office, where the lawyer sat, looking more refined and gentlemanlike than ever. Colonel Quaritch, V.C. A Tale of Country Life I forget if I have previously narrated the following instance of gentlemanlike conduct. Collections and Recollections He is not content with a little gentlemanlike game of whist or écarté, but he must needs revive for his especial use and behoof the dangerous and well-nigh forgotten pharaoh. Stories by American Authors, Volume 1 They are not a gentlemanlike people, and I am given to understand that they are generally dishonest in all their dealings. Mr. Scarborough's Family "I understood father to say that he was very gentlemanlike in appearance." The Garies and Their Friends He had also a certain gentlemanlike distaste to being the bearer of crushing bad news, for Mr. Quest disliked scenes, possibly because he had such an intimate personal acquaintance with them. Colonel Quaritch, V.C. A Tale of Country Life In the conduct of life it insures tact, and in Art a certain gentlemanlike equipoise, incapable of what is deepest and highest, but secure also from the vulgar, the grotesque, and the extravagant. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 35, September, 1860 I took leave of the missionaries with thankfulness for their kind welcome, and with feelings of high respect for their gentlemanlike, useful, and upright characters. The Voyage of the Beagle Little Rawdon exhibited a fine appetite and showed a gentlemanlike behaviour. Vanity Fair He is a young man—modest and gentlemanlike—I am sure you will like him. The Woman in White They were polite, well-dressed, gentlemanlike persons; and if they could trace anything 'soft' in the countenance of a new visitor, their wits went to work at once to establish an acquaintance with him. The Gaming Table: Its Votaries and Victims Volume II (of II) He was quiet and gentlemanlike, always very neat in his dress; rather severe, still kind to his men. Tracks of a Rolling Stone Need I add that our old friend the irrepressible "'Arry" is ever foremost in these gentlemanlike demonstrations? The Gaming Table: Its Votaries and Victims Volume I (of II) The good looks, gallant bearing, and gentlemanlike appearance of the boy won the grandsire's heart for him. Vanity Fair He was a mild, gentlemanlike man, looking like a foreigner, and his interest in our proceedings was not expressed in anything approaching to an offensive manner. The Woman in White She must admire him as a fine-looking man, with most gentlemanlike, dignified, consistent manners; but perhaps, having seen him so seldom, his reserve may be a little repulsive. Mansfield Park The master of the ceremonies introduced to her a very gentlemanlike young man as a partner; his name was Tilney. Northanger Abbey Where could you expect a more gentlemanlike, agreeable man? Persuasion He's a very gentlemanlike fellow and your cousin.' Wylder's Hand Otherwise, even in those early days and on that short acquaintance, he struck me as being a modest and gentlemanlike young man. The Woman in White I will say, then, that we have seen him two or three times, and that my friends here are very much struck with his gentlemanlike appearance. Mansfield Park He was gentlemanlike and pleasant looking, and his manner, now divested of schoolboy brusquerie, was frank and confiding. The Two Guardians or, Home in This World But Vivian did not supply the desired phrase; and so the Minister was forced to finish the sentence himself, "a very gentlemanlike sort of man?" Vivian Grey He was very gentlemanlike in appearance, and even elegant; but I never liked him, although he undoubtedly had a superficial fascination. Wylder's Hand The Honourable Captain Ducie thought he was quizzed, and his manner became a little more cold, though it still retained its gentlemanlike tone. Homeward Bound or, the Chase Suffice it, that he has behaved in the most gentlemanlike and generous manner, and has confirmed me in a most favourable opinion of his understanding, heart, and temper. Mansfield Park Marian was delighted that he recognised all the torrs on the drive home, and very proud of his height, his beauty, and his cordial, well-bred gentlemanlike manners, which gave the Wortleys general satisfaction. The Two Guardians or, Home in This World He really is one of the most gentlemanlike, polite, and excellent persons I know; no more mad than you are! Vivian Grey The attorney made one of his slight, gentlemanlike bows, and threw back his head with a lofty and reserved look. Wylder's Hand For he seems to have always been thoroughly gentlemanlike in speech, bearing, manner, and aspect. Peter Ibbetson "I see him now," said Lady Langdale, examining him through her glass; "a very gentlemanlike looking young man indeed." Tales and Novels — Volume 06 In November, 1805, a good-looking foreigner, gentlemanlike in dress and in manner, and apparently fifty years of age, arrived in New York from England, and took lodgings at Mrs. Avery's, State Street. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 05, No. 31, May, 1860 I was introduced to a corpulent individual, with his coat buttoned up to his chin, looking dull, gentlemanlike, and apoplectic. Vivian Grey And Mr. Larkin took his seat in his most gentlemanlike fashion, crossing his long legs, and throwing his tall head back, raising his eyebrows, and letting his mouth languidly drop a little open. Wylder's Hand Mr. Devereux was acquainted with almost all the men of eminence at the Irish bar; men who are not mere lawyers, but persons of literature, of agreeable manners, and gentlemanlike habits. Tales and Novels — Volume 04 He is very gentlemanlike and distinguished-looking, with good manners, and extremely eloquent in conversation. Life in Mexico Thus perished the most gentlemanlike of filibusters, since the days when Jason sailed in the Argo to extend the blessing of Greek institutions over Colchis and to appropriate the Golden Fleece. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 05, No. 31, May, 1860 As it turned out, it was all very well, for Premium is a quiet, gentlemanlike fellow enough, and exceedingly useful. Vivian Grey You and I have our notions about what's gentlemanlike and professional—a—and gentlemanlike, as I say—Heaven forbid.' Wylder's Hand It is a very picturesque place, and has a certain gentlemanlike air with it pleasing to my snobbish taste. Birds of Prey Does he strive to be melancholy and gentlemanlike? Sights from a Steeple (From "Twice Told Tales") His thanks to me were, I thought, peculiarly gentlemanlike, neither too much nor too little. Tales and Novels — Volume 09 The young man was gentlemanlike and good looking, but had not that frank bright outlook which is the glory of a young Englishman. The Golden Calf The attorney rose, made another bow, and threw back his head, and moved in a way that was oppressively gentlemanlike to the door, and speedily vanished at the little wicket. Wylder's Hand He is particularly gentlemanlike in his manners; but he looks unhappy, and I thought he was reserved towards me; but I have no right yet to expect that he should be otherwise. Tales and Novels — Volume 07 Miss Burney thus describes him:—'He is tall and well-made, has a very gentlemanlike appearance, and a quietness of manner upon his first address that to me is very pleasing. Life of Johnson, Volume 1 1709-1765 I was shown up stairs to Mr. Baldwin, with whom I found a remarkably gentlemanlike foreign-looking man. Tales and Novels — Volume 09 The father was a burly, yet gentlemanlike Yorkshire squire, who ate well, drank well, looked radiant, and hunted twice a week. The Portent & Other Stories I can't quite describe to you the odd and unpleasant sort of surprise which that very gentlemanlike figure, standing among the Brandon household gods at this moment, communicated to me. Wylder's Hand In his countenance and manners he is something like Henry; he has that sober kind of cheerfulness, that ingenuous openness, and that modest, gentlemanlike ease which pleases without effort, and without bustle. The Life and Letters of Maria Edgeworth, Volume 1 To be sure he has, no man deserves it better; but it's a gentlemanlike gout that merely jogs his memory in the morning of the good wine he has drank over night. Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon, Volume 1 Ormond played with so much freedom, and seemed to have so gentlemanlike an indifference whether he lost or won, that he was considered as an easy dupe. Tales and Novels — Volume 09 The game was up, really it was; and he wanted me to walk out, like the gentlemanlike dog, so as to avoid being kicked out. The Far Horizon I might be all in the wrong—and was, no doubt, unreasonable—for he bore a high character, and passed for a very gentlemanlike man among the villagers. Wylder's Hand He is a benevolent, cheerful, gentlemanlike old man; tall, neither thin nor fat, thick gray hair. The Life and Letters of Maria Edgeworth, Volume 1 The manner and voice of the stranger were particularly gentlemanlike. Tales and Novels — Volume 10 His garments were always dignified; the style such as suited ripeness of years; his gait was grave and gentlemanlike; and his bearing, whether public or private, wonderfully composed and polished. Among My Books Second Series He's far the best of the whole lot—gentlemanlike, and a sportsman, and good-looking—unusually so for one of that family—and, my dear, he's downright honestly in love with Kathleen. The Far Horizon In the meanwhile, on his return to the library, Lord Chelford found his dowager mother in high chat with the attorney, whom she afterwards pronounced 'a very gentlemanlike man for his line of life.' Wylder's Hand Mr. Grenville was very agreeable: dry, quiet humour: grave face, dark, thin, and gentlemanlike: a lie-by manner, entertained, or entertaining by turns. The Life and Letters of Maria Edgeworth, Volume 1 So then the refined and gentlemanlike man will bear himself thus as being a law to himself. Ethics In manner he was quiet and gentlemanlike, with the natural courtesy of high-breeding. Caesar: a Sketch But now behold me and my now intimate and beloved friend, Crossthwaite, with nothing to do—a gentlemanlike occupation; but, unfortunately, in our class, involving starvation. Alton Locke, Tailor and Poet An Autobiography Every fellow, particularly these gentlemanlike fellows, they have a pluck at you when they can. Wylder's Hand His appearance was engaging, his manners gentle if not gentlemanlike, and he had a temper never disturbed. Endymion Your manners are perfectly gentlemanlike, and you speak English without any accent. The Fallen Leaves He was such a nice man, so gentlemanlike and quiet, so long as she stayed away. The Web of Life He would have been said, I suppose, to live in a "quiet, comfortable, gentlemanlike way"—"everything very plain and very good." Alton Locke, Tailor and Poet An Autobiography Anything about Raikes's lease?' said the great Captain Lake, rising from behind his desk, with his accustomed smile, and extending his gentlemanlike hand. Wylder's Hand Dress so that it may never be said of you "What a well dressed man!"- -but, "What a gentlemanlike man!" Pelham — Volume 04 However threadbare in his garments, poor in purse, and eccentric in morals our friend was, his manners were always perfectly gentlemanlike, and he draped himself in his poverty with the grace of a Spanish grandee. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family You cannot get into Parliament now in the good old gentlemanlike way; and we ought to be thankful that this interest has been fostered for our purpose.' Coningsby First, there was Mr Seco, a very neat gentlemanlike little man, perfectly well bred, and full of French phrases. Tom Cringle's Log Colchicum says he has had him to dine, and thinks him a gentlemanlike lad. The History of Pendennis Mr Howard, his brother, is a very gentlemanlike, very handsome young man, worthy of his sister Lady Cawdor. The Letter-Bag of Lady Elizabeth Spencer-Stanhope — Volume 1 He forgot all respect and even gentlemanlike behaviour. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family While she was within the gates of Cambridge House, a tall, gentlemanlike man loitered at the entrance, as it appeared with the by no means uncommon wish to see the Queen. Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 2 His bearing and gentlemanlike deportment had an immediate effect on me, and I believe on the others too. Tom Cringle's Log There was not a word in the article which was not polite and gentlemanlike; and the unfortunate subject of the criticism was scarified and laughed at during the operation. The History of Pendennis He is nevertheless a kind-hearted, gentlemanlike and amiable old man. The Letter-Bag of Lady Elizabeth Spencer-Stanhope — Volume 1 He did not want for abilities; had the best temper in the world; was well bred and gentlemanlike always; and was gay even after Moscow. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family Mr. Hammond is a gentlemanlike person, very well informed, very agreeable. Phantom Fortune, a Novel In the centre sat my man, a small sallow, yet perfectly gentlemanlike personage. Tom Cringle's Log He is a very good boy, rather idle and unenergetic, but he is a very honest gentlemanlike little fellow, though I can't get him to construe as I wish. The History of Pendennis On going to see who it was, he discovered a battered-looking old man with an intellectual face, and the remnants of a gentlemanlike appearance, playing on the violin. Dawn Yours till me meet At all events I behave more gentlemanlike than Emma did, in returning the copies. The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 6 Letters 1821-1842 The causes are, his high character for probity, honour, and talents; his fine countenance; the benevolent interest he took in the concerns of all his friends; his simple and gentlemanlike manners; his untimely death.' The Wits and Beaux of Society Volume 2 He was so gentlemanlike, and spoke in so low a tone of voice! A Political Diary 1828-1830, Volume II Come, lads; this wine whets your resolution in our design: it's a needy world with subtle spirits; and there's a gentlemanlike kind of begging, that may beseem poets in this age. A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 9 The mayor also, who was a friend of Miss Wright's, was of the party; he is a pleasing gentlemanlike man, and seems strangely misplaced in a little town on the Mississippi. Domestic Manners of the Americans Eton College, the young people—besides sports and so-called gentlemanlike behaviour—learn exceedingly little. What Germany Thinks The War as Germans see it He certainly looks gentlemanlike and sweet, and though nervous, he always expresses himself well; he and others received the honour of D.C.L. from the McGill University here. The British Association's Visit to Montreal, 1884 : letters There is an end of all moral and gentlemanlike feeling if it be not understood that a man's person is sacred in the presence of his wife. A Political Diary 1828-1830, Volume II This letter has been published and severely criticised as showing a lack of gentlemanlike feeling. Abraham Lincoln: a History — Volume 01 This gentlemanlike retort, combined with the recollection of his duel, tended to place him for the future in perfect security against any indiscreet tamperings with his personal history. Memoirs of the Life of the Rt. Hon. Richard Brinsley Sheridan — Volume 01 When marching out these English youths were so stupid as to offer the hand to their German victors in token of the gentlemanlike manner in which they accepted defeat. What Germany Thinks The War as Germans see it Yes," answered the husband, "we have cracked a bottle together, and a very gentlemanlike man he is, and hath a very pretty notion of horse-flesh. History of Tom Jones, a Foundling There was such a gentlemanlike, frank, and courteous air about the stranger, that Edward immediately assented to his proposal, of their riding in company for mutual protection. The Children of the New Forest He took care, therefore, that his delight should not amount to exultation; it was quiet and placid, though pleased and curious : I had almost said it was gentlemanlike. The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 3 During the examination of Mr. Anderson, one of Mr. Hastings's best friends,—a sensible, well-bred, and gentlemanlike man,—Mr. Windham came up to my elbow. The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 2 "Ay, that is your point of honour—to cut the throats of the poor—a proper gentlemanlike occupation for those who should protect them!" The Fortunes of Nigel Perfectly aware of her own position, her demeanour, frank and gracious as it was, had something in it which kept in check other Bayford youths less gentlemanlike than Gilbert Kendal. The Young Step-Mother He is tall and well made, has a very gentlemanlike appearance, and a quietness of manner upon his first address that, to me, is very pleasing. The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 1 Beyond she only saw a gulf of darkness, but out of it came a deep manly voice, subdued and melancholy, but gentlemanlike and deferential. Love and Life An Old Story in Eighteenth Century Costume A large masculine woman, a gentlemanlike kind of a lady. 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue And this will I venture my poor gentlemanlike carcase to perform, provided there be no treason practised upon us, by fair and discreet manhood; that is, civilly by the sword. Every Man in His Humor All the farouche and swaggering air which they had deemed the "rigueur" before, at once fled, and in its place we found the most gentlemanlike attention and true politeness. The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Volume 5 The man must be a gentleman,—or, at least, gentlemanlike,—and there must be bread. He Knew He Was Right Walter Blake was an effeminate-looking, slight-made man, about thirty or thirty-three years of age; good looking, and gentlemanlike, but presenting quite a contrast in his appearance to his friend Lord Ballindine. The Kellys and the O'Kellys On such occasions, Wallace never failed to compare the situation of "Working Willy" with his own gentlemanlike ease and independence. Jack Tier Marry I'll tell thee, Cob: it is a gentlemanlike monster, bred in the special gallantry of our time, by affectation; and fed by folly. Every Man in His Humor "Give yourself no further concern about the matter," said the lofty Burdett, with a gentlemanlike wave of the hand; "your country shall be saved." Love Me Little, Love Me Long Ecclesiastical records were things greatly to be reverenced in her eyes, and she felt that a gentleman who handled them and dealt with them would probably be sedate, gentlemanlike, and conservative. He Knew He Was Right Such, at least, is the advantage of having a gentlemanlike appearance; it has saved me many a time since by procuring me credit when my fortunes were at their lowest ebb. Barry Lyndon His manner of playing was anything but gentlemanlike, and when he lost, he used to swear in German at everything that was French, looking daggers at the croupiers. Reminiscences of Captain Gronow I protest to you, as I have a thing to be saved about me, I never saw any gentlemanlike part— Wel. Every Man in His Humor He was good-looking too, and gentlemanlike, in fact, a very pleasant companion in every way. Recollections of Geoffrey Hamlyn Sir Vavasour was more than middle aged, comely, very gentlemanlike, but with an air occasionally of absence which hardly agreed with his frank and somewhat hearty idiosyncracy; his clear brow, florid complexion, and blue eye. Sybil, or the Two Nations He seemed to enjoy it, and his nice, modest, gentlemanlike manner told. The Trial So, sir, come on, oh, twine your body more about, that you may come to a more sweet comely gentlemanlike guard; so indifferent. Every Man in His Humour Why, I do think of it: and I will be more proud, and melancholy, and gentlemanlike, than I have been, I'll insure you. Every Man in His Humor "Oh, we heard you as we came in!" proceeded Nugent, with the most undiminished confidence, expressed in the most gentlemanlike manner. Poor Miss Finch She came up with Lady Laura, and two of the most gentlemanlike men sitting opposite her; never met, she says, two more intelligent men. Sybil, or the Two Nations It was true that he could not himself intone the service, but he could procure the co-operation of any number of gentlemanlike curates well trained in the mystery of doing so. Barchester Towers Marry, I do think of it, and I will be more melancholy and gentlemanlike than I have been, I do ensure you. Every Man in His Humour Julia assented: she even added, with a listless yawn, "I had no idea that a skeleton was such a gentlemanlike thing; I never saw one before." Hard Cash There is, to be sure, a hidden analogy between liquors and pictures: the eye is deliciously tickled by these frisky Watteaus, and yields itself up to a light, smiling, gentlemanlike intoxication. The Paris Sketch Book Snooks does not any more think it gentlemanlike to blackball attorneys. The Book of Snobs He has been worse used than any Minister ever was in debate; and he has never said one thing inconsistent, I do not say with gentlemanlike courtesy, but with real benevolence. Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay Volume 1 I like our fellows to look well, upright, gentlemanlike. Roundabout Papers There entered a tall fashionable-looking man, with a glossy brown moustache, and a very hairy chin, but of prepossessing and gentlemanlike appearance. Heartsease, Or, the Brother's Wife The gentlemanlike instinct made him reply, 'I beg your pardon'—and there he stopped, as much taken by surprise as if a dove had flown in his face. The Heir of Redclyffe Yet his volubility, his gayety, and his chaff were combined with a certain gentlemanlike tact and dexterity; and he made Raby laugh in spite of himself, and often made the ladies smile. Put Yourself in His Place "He is certainly more gentlemanlike than many of those who visit us, and I think that his conversation would entertain you." Caught in the Net "Let me have a solid answer, and in a gentlemanlike style; and it may have the effect which you so much desire of bringing me over to your Church." The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 It was true that he could not himself intone the service, but he could pressure the co-operation of any number of gentlemanlike curates well trained in the mystery of doing so. Barchester Towers There he is at Broadstone, as gentlemanlike a youth as I would wish to see. The Heir of Redclyffe On account of his whimsicalities, he had acquired the epithet of Uncle David among them, despite his aristocratic connections and his gentlemanlike bearing. The Filigree Ball Being a full and true account of the solution of the mystery concerning the Jeffrey-Moore affair His perception of the feelings of the House was exquisite, his temper unalterably placid, his manner eminently courteous and gentlemanlike. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 Quiet, hard workers, no Johnny and Mabel nonsense, on the job to the minute, straight home after their act, and each of 'em as gentlemanlike as a lady. Strictly business: more stories of the four million Then with a gentlemanlike listlessness he threw himself upon the divan and began to sip his coffee with the exact dignified deportment that had been displayed by his excellency the cardinal. The Daughter of an Empress Sir Guy is certainly gentlemanlike, and has that sort of agreeability which depends on high animal spirits. The Heir of Redclyffe I fear very much that Morgiana's mother thought Mr. Slang an exceedingly gentlemanlike and agreeable person; besides, she was eager to have his good opinion of Mrs. Walker's singing. Men's Wives I could not always coincide with the sentiments expressed, or the opinions broached; but I admired the gentlemanlike ease, the quiet humour, the taste, the talent, the simplicity, and the originality of the lecturer. Life of Charlotte Bronte — Volume 2 The majority of his visitors simply viewed him in the light of a public amusement, and wondered why such a gentlemanlike man should have chosen to gain his living by exhibiting himself as a quack. Little Novels But his relations with Herbert made no advance toward intimacy: there was a gentlemanlike cordiality between them, and nothing more. The Evil Genius I will tell her, sir,—that you do protest: which, as I take it, is a gentlemanlike offer. Romeo and Juliet Mr. Bingley was good-looking and gentlemanlike; he had a pleasant countenance, and easy, unaffected manners. Pride and Prejudice “I never mentioned his manners; but, unless I had a very bad taste, they must suit it; they are polished, calm, and gentlemanlike.” Jane Eyre As the passengers were landing he arrested a gentlemanlike and well-dressed personage, who, with his servant, was about to proceed to Menzies's Hotel. Robbery under Arms; a story of life and adventure in the bush and in the Australian goldfields Nothing could be more smooth, gentlemanlike, and even friendly, than his demeanour to me. The Professor Your reproof, so well applied, I shall never forget: 'had you behaved in a more gentlemanlike manner.' Pride and Prejudice But the attention of every lady was soon caught by a young man, whom they had never seen before, of most gentlemanlike appearance, walking with another officer on the other side of the way. Pride and Prejudice Mr. Gardiner was a sensible, gentlemanlike man, greatly superior to his sister, as well by nature as education. Pride and Prejudice A laugh frigidly jeering; a look lazily mutinous; gentlemanlike irony, patrician resentment. The Professor |
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