| 单词 | good humour |
| 例句 | It’s all rot that they put in the war-news about the good humour of the troops, how they are arranging dances almost before they are out of the front-line. All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z They were in fact very fine ladies; not deficient in good humour when they were pleased, nor in the power of being agreeable where they chose it; but proud and conceited. Pride and Prejudice 1813-01-28T00:00:00Z “Come now,” he said, in high good humour, quite mad, enjoying his cat-and-mouse. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z And I cried in good humour, ‘Oh God, he speaks only of his horse!’ Fahrenheit 451 1953-01-01T00:00:00Z Eventually the exercise and the monotony restored their good humour and they began to get bored. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z “And I should be extremely miserable,” he answered, suddenly finding himself in intense good humour. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z Kay had evidently been doing his dictation well and the old gentleman was in a good humour. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z She was received, however, very politely by them; and in their brother’s manners there was something better than politeness; there was good humour and kindness. Pride and Prejudice 1813-01-28T00:00:00Z We don’t act like that because we are in a good humour: we are in a good humour because otherwise we should go to pieces. All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z “It keeps him in good humour,” said she, “and I am more obliged to you than I can express.” Pride and Prejudice 1813-01-28T00:00:00Z I promised to contribute a water-colour drawing: this put her at once into good humour. Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z And just as the heroes of his films achieve their dreams, the audience also watches Herzog, with his moral seriousness, absolute determination and great good humour, achieve his. The dark comedy of Werner Herzog 2011-03-05T00:07:49Z The voice, the lanky frame on which suits and tuxes hung with casual grace, the handsome-yet-ordinary face which radiated integrity and easy good humour: it was all classic Stewart. Who is the best Oscar winning lead actor of all time? 2018-02-21T05:00:00Z Serious as she is about her subject, in person she exudes endless warmth and good humour. Ava DuVernay on the legacy of slavery: ‘The sad truth is that some minds will not be changed’ 2017-02-06T05:00:00Z Its confidence, intelligence and good humour look forward to Chadha's feature debut, Bhaji on the Beach, followed by Bend it Like Beckham and her Bollywood take on Jane Austen, Bride and Prejudice. Britain's best film directors show some early promise 2010-09-25T23:06:00Z Her positivity and good humour in the face of such circumstances served as an inspiration to thousands of readers. Eleanor Jeffery obituary 2012-06-28T11:20:03Z So thank heaven for Streep, with her flying shoe and mislaid specs; her off-piste outbursts and scatty good humour. Meryl Streep went one step beyond at the Baftas 2012-02-13T14:09:28Z Like nearly everything to which Palin has set his hand in a long and distinguished career, The Truth is immensely well-intentioned, resolutely on the side of the angels and overflowing with wry good humour. The Truth by Michael Palin – review 2012-07-13T21:55:03Z What I love is the nakedness of the polemic and the irresistible good humour. Tony Kushner: 'At first I was horrified' 2011-08-15T20:31:01Z My dad, because he is full of integrity and good humour; and my grandad, because he's full of the same. Q&A: Matt Smith 2013-03-30T08:00:07Z What he called his doodles were a bit like the man – deceptively simple, but imbued with wit and gentle good humour. Letter: Michael Gough obituary 2011-04-06T17:07:02Z Miguel himself is a riveting performer, all finger-popping swagger and feline grace, yet undercutting his star power with playful good humour. Miguel – review 2013-01-14T13:01:01Z Tony was cross with me because he had been handling the conversation with good humour and said he had realised it was a hoax from the first. 'Tony Blair called back to see if I had blown myself up' 2010-10-09T23:06:00Z Hanks gives every impression of being sincere, but I get the feeling he is also rather wily about his famous good humour. Tom Hanks: ‘I’ve made a lot of movies that didn’t make sense – or money’ 2017-10-14T04:00:00Z The R&B singer responded with good humour, announcing a faux-fundraiser for "bail money". Erykah Badu charged over nude music video shoot 2010-04-06T09:06:00Z Expecting to be sacked, Collier was instead encouraged to keep his colleagues in good humour during the long, hard and often chilly job. Norman Collier obituary 2013-03-19T12:33:06Z Earlier, she had gone through the ritual of the photoshoot with quiet good humour. Portishead 2011-07-16T23:04:05Z He has also done various things with animals, the outdoors and countryside: boy-scouty, Famous-Fivey things that don't require any special expertise, just good humour, charm and a willingness to get involved. Harbour Lives – TV review 2013-06-14T22:00:01Z The banter and good humour lasted all day. Can Middle East tourism ever recover? 2015-11-24T05:00:00Z This film takes a national humiliation that destroyed a presidency and plucks from it a story that not only promotes American pluck, ingenuity and good humour, but uncovers the same qualities in Hollywood itself. Oscars 2013: what the nominations say about America 2013-02-21T16:00:00Z I think its outstanding quality was that it always seemed to be in good humour. Elliott Carter remembered: 'Music seemed to erupt from his very being' 2012-11-06T18:41:42Z Polanski says nothing of especial interest, but his good humour, especially at the end, as an Estonian girls' choir belts out something folksy beneath his massive face, is impressive indeed. The 10 best film award acceptance speeches ? video 2011-01-16T00:05:28Z Anyway, I went back on Wednesday to see how it was getting on, and found Scott Pack in characteristic good humour. Why book lovers love Book Swap 2011-03-21T16:42:07Z Eventually a dear friend, Xandra Bingley, happened to telephone me, after which she fed and cared for me with the most generous willingness and good humour until I was better. Diana Athill: Why I moved into an old people's home 2010-04-16T23:35:00Z The raucous good humour and the humble scenario place this adorable play right in there at the nativity of the great tradition of English stage comedy. Season's readings: Secunda Pastorum by Alfred W Pollard 2010-12-20T10:43:33Z Jean Genet, describing the "Palestinian revolution", said that the atmosphere was like Paris in '68 but with good humour and courtesy. After Tunisia: Ahdaf Soueif on Egypt 2011-01-28T13:00:00Z Inside the Beatles are playing their allotted role – good uncomplicated lads, "bubbling with fun" – as they pose for the press with a certain amount of patience and good humour. Pop at the pictures: Beatlemania begins 2012-11-28T15:29:00Z I hope to receive complaints about my cycling style with humility and good humour. Life lessons from the mosh pit 2012-08-22T00:17:09Z A gripping series that weaves brutal crimes and dirty politics with good humour. The 50 best podcasts of 2016 2016-12-21T05:00:00Z Mom carried a lot on her shoulders when Dad was overseas and handled it with grace and good humour. Burt Reynolds: my family values 2016-01-22T05:00:00Z The delight in Hamilton's writing is his clarity, enthusiasm, good humour and elegant wit. Michael Bracewell's top 10 art books 2012-06-06T10:35:15Z Such boasts were effected with self-effacing good humour. Hugo Dixon obituary 2010-12-03T16:25:00Z Steinem, thankfully, has no time for the tedious academic theorising that bogs down so much feminist discourse but favours instead plain speaking, good humour and common sense. Hadley Freeman's 10 awesome women: from Katharine Hepburn to Miss Piggy 2013-04-22T15:38:00Z But this being Sweden, top cop Jenny Hultin and her team approach their seemingly impossible task with stoical Scandi good humour. The Village; Arne Dahl – The Blinded Man; Catchphrase – TV review 2013-04-08T06:00:19Z Lydia is a colourful character, full of "good humour and good spirits". Pride and Prejudice at 200: looking afresh at Austen's classic 2013-01-26T08:01:00Z So far, Leuch is taking the hostile response with good humour, launching a blog dedicated to users' reactions. Justin Bieber erased from the internet! 2010-05-27T12:28:00Z Watkins gained a reputation for reliability, prodigious talent and unruffled, good humour whatever the situation. Derek Watkins obituary 2013-03-25T16:29:10Z But Stafford Smith turns out to be positively bouncy with good humour and silly jokes and an eye for the absurd – so much so, in fact, that at 53 he retains an almost teenage quality. Clive Stafford Smith: 'The jury system in this country is utter insanity' 2012-07-08T19:00:02Z A salutation to resourcefulness and good humour, Welcome to India has uncovered the unlikely opportunities individuals have spotted amid the apparent chaos of their surroundings. TV listings and previews: plan your week's viewing - 15-19 October 2012-10-15T07:00:00Z Paul takes all this with characteristic good humour. Roof climbing with Paul McCartney – a classic interview from the archives 2012-06-18T15:33:47Z With extraordinary energy, and his irrepressible and ingenuous good humour, Attenborough continued with public commitments until almost the very end, relinquishing his presidency of Bafta only a few years ago. Richard Attenborough's death: a sad day for the British film industry 2014-08-24T04:00:00Z Baker was at the height of his powers and influence, and famously preferred to work without a companion, but he was soon won over by Tamm's professionalism and good humour. Mary Tamm obituary 2012-07-26T17:10:33Z He was "captivated by youth and beauty, and that appearance of good humour which youth and beauty generally give". Pride and Prejudice at 200: looking afresh at Austen's classic 2013-01-26T08:01:00Z With courage, good humour and gentleness, Georges and Anne confront their destiny, and in the shadow of death, their relationship is deeply moving. Amour – review 2012-11-15T15:29:01Z But very soon I warmed to the charm, intelligence and good humour, and ended up thinking the film something of a triumph. Much Ado About Nothing – review 2013-06-15T23:06:00Z The press have been very unfair to Gordon over MPs' expenses, but Gordon just shrugs it off with his usual good humour. Digested read: Behind the Black Door by Sarah Brown 2011-03-14T21:00:01Z Exceptionally polite and affable, he's happy to answer a string of questions both thoughtfully and with puckish good humour. Smooth operator 2012-02-12T00:04:04Z Here Shadow discovers the bonds of community feeling and stoical good humour that small-town America is supposed to exhibit. American Gods by Neil Gaiman 2011-08-26T21:55:09Z I ended up craving some shade alongside the light, a glimpse of what Anderson is like when he stops radiating self-satisfied good humour. Wil Anderson – review 2013-05-29T16:38:13Z The Man is trying to drag the kids' bag, but good sense and good humour wins the day. Pop at the pictures: When Cliff Richard ruled the charts 2012-08-23T12:28:59Z Throughout his tenure he was gently mocked for his limited acting range and reliance on stunt doubles, ribbing he tolerated with typical good humour. James Bond: Cars, catchphrases and kisses 2012-10-25T07:05:41Z Mr Yearsley, who works as a carer, said he was able to take the saga in good humour once his refund was secured. Amazon customer sent Weetabix instead of £500 laptop 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Mr Enoch said the man was "acting nuts" and talking in accents while Ms Hanson, who had been drinking, was in "very good humour". Michelle Hanson murder: Alexander Carr jailed for 19 years 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z But he tackled the challenges with typical good humour. Pele: A sporting icon who never liked his nickname 2022-12-29T05:00:00Z So far, Mills had faced his challenge with good humour, admitting he'd invested in a job lot of nipple plasters before arriving at BBC Broadcasting House. Scott Mills: Radio 2 DJ raising thousands in 24-hour treadmill challenge 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z The franchise's biggest stars, who were young children when they first acted alongside Coltrane, have recalled his kindness and good humour on set. Robbie Coltrane was huge in stature and heart, say friends 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z Days later, I travel south and meet Ruslan, a combat medic chief who, despite seeing the daily human catastrophe of this war, stills fizzes and whirrs with good humour. Quentin Sommerville: Is this Ukraine's breakthrough moment? 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z There is growing momentum and expectation around England, with thousands of fans in wonderful good humour and swathed in optimism marching towards Bramall Lane before kick-off. England in perfect position to land elusive trophy 2022-07-26T04:00:00Z At first, the couple took it in good humour, but then an altercation ensued with Mr Humble being knocked to the ground and others joining in kicking and stamping on him, the court heard. Danny Humble killing: Parents left 'destroyed' by loss 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z She lived with her illness with courage and good humour. Susie Steiner: Detective novels writer dies aged 51 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z He said that during her lifetime, Sarah Obama witnessed epochal changes "yet her essential spirit - strong, proud, hard-working, unimpressed with conventional marks of status and full of common sense and good humour - never changed". Notable African deaths of 2021: From 'Ethiopia's Elvis' to mega pastors 2021-12-29T05:00:00Z In a statement, Mr Hunter said he had left his friends "in good humour" with "no issues or concerns". York River Ouse boat deaths: Carbon monoxide leak killed friends 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z He told The Guardian his "high-spirited behaviour" was "only ever intended in good humour to entertain colleagues on set and backstage". John Barrowman to leave Dancing on Ice 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z In a new statement given to The Guardian earlier this month, he said his "high-spirited behaviour" was "only ever intended in good humour to entertain colleagues on set and backstage". John Barrowman: Release of new Torchwood audio story scrapped 2021-05-14T04:00:00Z In a new statement given to The Guardian this month, he said his "high-spirited behaviour" was "only ever intended in good humour to entertain colleagues on set and backstage". John Barrowman video removed from Doctor Who theatre show 2021-05-12T04:00:00Z In a new statement to The Guardian, he said his "high-spirited behaviour" was "only ever intended in good humour to entertain colleagues on set and backstage". Noel Clarke: BBC 'shocked' by allegations of harassment on Doctor Who set 2021-05-07T04:00:00Z Prince Philip in particular was kind and warm, with a sharp wit and unfailing good humour. Prince Philip: gun salutes planned across UK in tribute to Duke of Edinburgh 2021-04-10T04:00:00Z He described Dame Cheryl as "a great servant" and "always full of wise advice and good humour". Tory MP Dame Cheryl Gillan dies after long illness 2021-04-05T04:00:00Z "I had the pleasure of working with Henry for several years on the Local Review Body and always his enjoyed his company, good humour and sense of fun when we were out visiting planning sites." Covid in Scotland: Families remember loved ones lost to coronavirus 2021-03-13T05:00:00Z His warmth and good humour will be sorely missed. Trailblazing actor Louis Mahoney dies at 81 2020-06-30T04:00:00Z The doctor arrived, also full of good humour. What I learned from breaking my foot during a pandemic | Helen Sullivan 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z However, her strength, positivity and good humour were very much at the forefront of her story - she confessed most people knew her for her "weird-ass laugh". Lockdown with MND and a new baby but I feel great 2020-04-09T04:00:00Z Others responded in good humour on social media, questioning how much their points would actually be worth to a hacker. Tesco issues warning to 600,000 Clubcard holders 2020-03-02T05:00:00Z He is a man without any qualities required of a leader, mental agility, articulacy, strategy, good humour or charisma. Devoid of agility, charisma and credibility, Corbyn has led Labour into the abyss | Polly Toynbee 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z There is a good humour and a resilience that has obviously played a large role in Hudson’s ability to come back from the unimaginable trauma of what happened in her family. Jennifer Hudson: 'How do you be a cat? I sat with that for ever' 2019-11-30T05:00:00Z The doctor arrived, also full of good humour. What I learned from breaking my foot during a pandemic | Helen Sullivan 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z In another post, Mr Galin appeared to accept his punishment with good humour. 'Fat cat smuggler' falls foul of Russian airline 2019-11-12T05:00:00Z From Hudson we drive for about an hour; he handles the wheel with an abruptness that contrasts with his good humour and makes his wife laugh. Who is the real Dice Man? The elusive writer behind the disturbing cult novel 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z The journey, as recounted in his book South, was remarkable not only because the entire 28-man crew survived their estrangement from the world for 22 months, but also for the relative good humour Shackleton reports. Ultrarunning, prison, surviving Aids ... the best tales of endurance 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z Thanks for your company, your comments and your good humour, on another one of Those Days for English cricket. Ashes 2019: England skittled for 67 v Australia, third Test day two – as it happened 2019-08-23T04:00:00Z Sheen and Beckinsale separated in 2003, but he relocated to Los Angeles to be close to Lily and the pair continue to set a gold standard for civility and good humour between exes. Michael Sheen: ‘Anything I do, I commit to’ 2019-05-26T04:00:00Z This was a serious protest, but full of good humour. Europe is a dysfunctional family, but divorce is not the answer | Michael Morpurgo 2019-04-04T04:00:00Z Sitting in Jackson’s garden, on a gorgeous day near Bath, it’s easy to share his good humour. Ed Jackson: ‘I want to be the first quadriplegic to climb Everest’ 2019-04-03T04:00:00Z "It was a great privilege to observe his courage and determination and the good humour with which he faced the many challenges of his own life," he said. 'No progress' on Hawking memorial plans 2019-03-14T04:00:00Z Within an hour, another email arrived, praising the Speaker's "considerable courage, tact, good humour and intelligence" from the day before. Dear Mr Speaker... 2019-03-11T04:00:00Z She shrugs off her spell of homelessness with characteristic good humour. Yola: from down and out in London to Nashville's country soul star 2019-02-21T05:00:00Z On screen she was a star, radiating warmth and good humour. BBC presenter and Radio 1 star dies 2019-01-11T05:00:00Z But, composed beyond her 21 years, Osaka handled it with decorum and good humour. Sports stars of 2019: the women set to shine in the year ahead 2018-12-27T05:00:00Z That Mark thinks depictions along these lines are all in good humour gives an indication of where much of the mainstream media in Australia is at when it comes to issues of race. 'Repugnant, racist': News Corp cartoon on Serena Williams condemned 2018-09-10T04:00:00Z Some of the attendees can also be seen leaving of their own accord, and some of the back-and-forth with the crowd appears awkward and occasionally combative rather than taken in good humour. Swipeout: woman fools hundreds of men in Tinder marketing stunt 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z Nothing could shake my absurd, if logical, good humour. What it is like to win the Booker prize, by Margaret Atwood, Hilary Mantel, Peter Carey and more 2018-06-30T04:00:00Z The video was posted in good humour - a group of football fans showing off their novel ruse to sneak alcohol inside Russia's Mordovia Arena before Colombia's 1-2 defeat to Japan. Booze smuggled in binoculars at World Cup 2018-06-21T04:00:00Z But she parried the criticism with good humour. Dutch city uses 25ft penis fountain to rebel against art project 2018-05-18T04:00:00Z The event's "joie de vivre" and "great, good humour", she went on, "were things to be enjoyed" - provided they were done "in an equal, fair and equitable way". Blanchett hopes for Cannes equality 2018-05-08T04:00:00Z British film star Warwick Davis - also of restricted growth - paid testament to the pair's "mutual respect" and praised Troyer's "good humour" in the face of adversity. Missed this week's entertainment news? 2018-04-28T04:00:00Z Judge Michael Grieve QC thanked the jury for their "good humour" throughout the trial in the face of what he said were Msokeri's delaying tactics, including regularly feigning illness and claiming to be disabled. Grenfell fire 'widow' guilty of fraud 2018-03-15T04:00:00Z When Mr Kosslick, known for his charm and good humour, welcomed film stars on the red carpet he looked more serious than in previous years. What next for the Berlinale? 2018-02-23T05:00:00Z The baby of a sprawling family too numerous to count, he was also my baby, a child of magnetic energy and good humour. ‘One of so many millions gone’: how my cousin’s life was taken from him 2017-11-02T04:00:00Z He has, however, greeted the attention with good humour. Papadopoulos mistaken for Papadopoulos 2017-11-01T04:00:00Z His wife and he denied it with elegance and good humour, and without making a big thing of it. Orbiting Jupiter: my week with Emmanuel Macron 2017-10-20T04:00:00Z He brought his own brand of avuncular good humour to the proceedings - reassuring many of the contestants with the phrase "you're my favourites". Obituary: Sir Bruce Forsyth - BBC News 2017-08-18T04:00:00Z While other members of his family can be credited with certain public virtues – a desire to do the right thing, a willingness to play the game with reasonable good humour – the duke remains predictably himself. We can’t blame Prince Philip – we were the ones who indulged him | Terence Blacker 2017-05-04T04:00:00Z He said he treasures "the warmth and good humour of the people of Liverpool". Sgt Pepper artist made 'honorary Scouser' in Liverpool - BBC News 2017-04-23T04:00:00Z Max braved it all with characteristic good humour, save for one drug: ifosfamide. Cruel fusion: What a young man’s death means for childhood cancer 2017-03-27T04:00:00Z Appearing relaxed and in good humour, the 43rd president spoke at the launch of a biography of Yitzhak Rabin, the late prime minister of Israel, at the Brookings Institution think tank in Washington. Bill Clinton warns US and Britain face an 'identity crisis' amid nationalist surge 2017-03-09T05:00:00Z Wiseau, who also appeared in the film, has taken this in good humour, appearing at screenings to take questions and even taking part in a live reading of his script. Five cult films audiences hate to love - BBC News 2017-02-03T05:00:00Z In her company, the challenge of the new administration seems answered by the integrity, candour, and good humour of the American mind at its best. From Marilynne Robinson to Richard Ford, six writers in search of Trump's America 2017-01-15T05:00:00Z Brinkman, his good humour at times tested by this inertia, says there are now only two years left to act, or it will be too late to save northern Jakarta from disaster. $40bn to save Jakarta: the story of the Great Garuda 2016-11-22T05:00:00Z Fort said he would miss Leith's "elegant presence, good humour, practical culinary sensibility and occasional verbal clip around the ears". Great British Menu: Prue Leith replaced by Andi Oliver - BBC News 2016-10-28T04:00:00Z The Times called it "an unshowy and old-fashioned speech delivered with relaxed good humour, the new leader steadied nerves a little. He was received with something better than acquiescence and something less than rapture." Conservative Party conference: Leaders' speeches past - BBC News 2016-10-05T04:00:00Z Pret A Manger, a British food chain, specialises in bubbly good humour as well as sandwiches. Against happiness 2016-09-21T04:00:00Z My team is happy and thriving, bringing data to my office in a steady stream, and livening up the lab with their good humour and questionable musical taste. Grants, cupcakes and the delicate balance of being a scientist mother 2016-09-22T04:00:00Z “She navigates her own personal traumas of exile, banishment and disguise with tenacity, patience and good humour.” As he likes it: John Kerry says Rosalind is his favourite Shakespeare character 2016-09-03T04:00:00Z Wales captured the imagination of France with their run to the last four, the good humour and fervent backing of their supporters one of the lasting images. Euro 2016: England disappoint, Iceland impress, Portugal come good 2016-07-11T04:00:00Z "The awards have an extraordinary impact, uplifting, moving sometimes heart-breaking stories about people united with an exceptional resilience, tenacity and good humour -from both the people living with a mental issues and those supporting them." All in the Mind award winners - BBC News 2016-06-29T04:00:00Z But the singer takes it all in good humour. Rick Astley: 'I didn't mind being called Dick Spatsley' - BBC News 2016-06-08T04:00:00Z Tweaked his approach to suit the players at his disposal, handled what everyone on the outside called mounting pressure with ease and good humour, tactically superb and a worthy champion. Premier League 2015-16 review: Our writers’ best and worst 2016-05-15T04:00:00Z But Cruyff remained in good humour even when he netted a backhand in a gentle game of tennis. Johan Cruyff: ‘Maybe we were the real winners in 1974. The world remembers our team more’ 2016-03-26T04:00:00Z But even after Southampton edged ahead of Stoke in the “bid” for Europa League qualification on Saturday, Hughes was still in good humour. Premier League and FA Cup talking points from the weekend 2016-03-14T04:00:00Z He guided the career of the Beatles with such skill and good humour that he became a true friend to me and my family. Paul McCartney on George Martin: ‘if anyone was the fifth Beatle it was him’ 2016-03-09T05:00:00Z He guided the career of The Beatles with such skill and good humour that he became a true friend to me and my family. Paul McCartney pays tribute to the ‘fifth Beatle,’ George Martin, who died at age 90 2016-03-09T05:00:00Z Mr Lammy took it with good humour and tweeted a picture of the imposter with the message: "If anyone knows who this guy is please let him know he's now the MP for Tottenham". Mistaken identity: From wrong Guy to Obama for England - BBC News 2016-02-02T05:00:00Z The one thing that got her goat, which she didn't block with her customary good humour, was homophobia. Ruth Davidson: The 'tough old bird' of Tory Scotland - BBC News 2016-01-13T05:00:00Z His default bearing is one of wry good humour, but exasperation ruffled his demeanour whenever our conversation dwelt too long on CBT’s claims of supremacy. Therapy wars: the revenge of Freud | Oliver Burkeman 2016-01-07T05:00:00Z Mr Peake met questions from the world's media with a characteristic combination of good humour and confidence. Tim Peake: Astronaut's sights set on 'fantastic' view of Earth - BBC News 2015-12-14T05:00:00Z The bowler reacts with good humour, with not a hint of a Mervian ‘arsewipe’ sledge, then gets his own back with a jaffa that moves away just enough to beat the outside edge. Pakistan v England: first Test, day four – live! 2015-10-16T04:00:00Z “Leave me alone!” she yells at it, but in good humour. Grace Jones: ‘I can’t be bought – people hate that’ 2015-09-20T04:00:00Z In Davidson, the Tories have, cleverly or not, picked someone similar in appearance and brutal good humour to the SNP's Nicola Sturgeon. Ruth Davidson: The 'tough old bird' of Tory Scotland - BBC News 2016-01-13T05:00:00Z His best songs are often declamatory, chest-thumping statements of personal vindication, dripping with poetry and good humour. Cult heroes: E-40, the stalwart working an open-cast mine of futurist rap 2015-08-04T04:00:00Z He is in good humour, dressed in jeans and a casual shirt. Sergei Pugachev: 'Putin's banker' now lives in fear of man he put into power 2015-07-28T04:00:00Z The bowler reacts with good humour, with not a hint of a Mervian ‘arsewipe’ sledge, then gets his own back with a jaffa that moves away just enough to beat the outside edge. Pakistan v England: first Test, day four – live! 2015-10-16T04:00:00Z Everyone around me was maintaining their usual good humour, so I felt ashamed of my irritability. A moonlit run after a day of fasting - BBC News 2015-07-07T04:00:00Z Taking the stage, we agreed to keep a good humour but not lie. The Kanye West talk white people couldn't handle 2015-06-24T04:00:00Z Though he was a political insider—an MP at 23, for goodness sake—Mr Kennedy’s plain good humour always suggested he had a foot in that ruder soil, the real world, which matters most. Death of a Liberal 2015-06-04T04:00:00Z He seemed relatively relaxed and in good humour, though with no expectation that his exile in Russia will end any time soon. Edward Snowden: NSA reform in the US is only the beginning 2015-05-22T04:00:00Z “In 2014, many comments value family and friends, with good humour and leisure time also ranked highly.” How What Makes Us Happy Has Changed Over The Past 80 Years 2015-05-05T04:00:00Z Beaming at the lady who offers him coffee, nodding languidly at the red briefcase containing the afternoon’s business, the Conservative prime minister’s calm and officer-like good humour is evident in everything he does. A fairly useful prime minister 2014-12-04T05:00:00Z I’m hoping this will restore Cumming’s good humour, but it’s asking a lot of rocket leaves to brighten a conversation about being brutally terrorised by one’s own father. Alan Cumming: ‘I never felt I’d achieved enough because I was always told I was nothing’ 2014-11-14T05:00:00Z It was a joke and the president handled it with good humour as he poked fun at the man and ignored his request by giving his girlfriend a hug. Democrats have deserted him. The post-Obama era has begun 2014-10-25T04:00:00Z Even if that had been said with a smirk, there has been little call for good humour over the past fortnight. Frank Lampard dims the lights on a stellar England career 2014-06-24T04:00:00Z Boyce's manager Stuart Littlewood said: "It is a fairly routine operation and he now been released from hospital and dealing with it in good humour." Max Boyce has quadruple heart bypass 2014-06-22T04:00:00Z Behind the good humour and banter of the meeting there is a certain steel. A different way of doing politics? 2014-06-16T04:00:00Z “They cannot produce good humour, but they can consume it,” says James Parsons, an Englishman teaching business English in Leipzig. Get thee to an Institute 2014-05-22T04:00:00Z The pressure on Guardiola even extends to his domestic life - as, apparently, does his good humour about it. How Bayern got even better under Guardiola 2014-03-31T17:00:11Z Gen Cosgrove said he would approach the job with "all the energy I've got, good humour and with an unfailing optimism that this is a great nation which will only get better". Australia names new governor-general 2014-01-28T03:12:03Z So a big thank you to all those who wrote with words of encouragement, advice and good humour. Face, get back to work! 2013-11-05T01:03:44Z That does not lend itself to an awful lot of good humour. Lib Dem gathering 'lacking humour' 2013-09-17T08:26:50Z He said the incident "went down very well" with both sets of fans who "took it in good humour". Parachutist lands on a pitch mid-game! 2013-09-16T16:55:19Z Scottish Tory leader Ruth Davidson said the "dignity, courage and good humour with which David faced his illness was inspirational". Funeral due of Tory MSP McLetchie 2013-08-20T01:49:45Z She said the deposed president was in "good health" and "good humour". Ousted Egypt leader 'in good health' 2013-07-30T23:23:22Z But the point about Rebecca Black was that her video wasn't intended to be a viral hit, although she adapted with good humour when it became so. Tay Allyn Mass Text video could make her the next Rebecca Black 2013-07-17T09:06:25Z It was absorbing but played in good humour. Graeme Dott suffers static shocks in electrifying Crucible clash 2013-04-26T13:42:15Z But no one doubted his good humour and chutzpah. Ed Koch, 1924-2013: Farewell to the cheerleader 2013-02-07T16:03:01Z I am well aware of the discomfort and privations you all endure with seemingly endless reserves of good humour. Charles pays tribute to troops 2012-12-26T12:00:11Z The women inside, who bunk eight to a room in basic but decent conditions, were unafraid and in good humour. Foxconn: When workers dream of a life beyond the factory gates 2012-12-13T16:07:43Z He immediately realised it was a hoax but took it in good humour. The end of prank calls? 2012-12-11T11:00:23Z This was their inaugural Olympic tournament and their excellence and good humour were a revelation to many who knew little about their sport. The story of London 2012: Guardian writers' Olympic Games review 2012-08-12T21:46:11Z But the enthusiasm, wit, knowledge and good humour they brought to long days performing often menial tasks in their garish purple uniforms was all their own. Olympics 2012: from tiptop venues to friendly volunteers – where did it all go right? 2012-08-12T17:01:23Z Their professionalism, pride and good humour really does show the best of Britain to the world. My Olympics: London shining bright 2012-08-05T12:49:00Z In what has proved a PR coup for the Ministry of Defence, the 18,000-plus troops who have been manning security checkpoints have done so with good humour and tact. London 2012: a solid and sometimes spectacular first week 2012-08-03T15:19:15Z There was scant evidence of global good humour when London ambushed the favourites Paris in Singapore in 2005. The Olympics: good sports 2012-07-20T19:10:00Z In the seats, there was good humour and noise – plenty of it, more than is normally allowed, certainly on Centre Court. The story of London 2012: Guardian writers' Olympic Games review 2012-08-12T21:46:11Z They even had their own taverns where they greeted defeat of the "Somersett case" and the victories of the abolitionists with raucous good humour. Britain's first black community 2012-07-20T00:09:13Z He engages quietly with an old guy shooting hoops, shares a joke and takes the advice he's offered in good humour. I'm no flashy NBA superstar - Deng 2012-07-13T05:39:59Z Whether the soldiers themselves, some of them recently returned from Afghanistan and billetted in temporary accommodation at Tobacco Dock in Wapping, feel the same way behind their cheery good humour is impossible to tell. London 2012: a solid and sometimes spectacular first week 2012-08-03T15:19:15Z And the reason for his good humour: The election of a new president. Hamas hopes for new dawn with Egypt's Mursi 2012-07-10T23:31:43Z The magnanimity, the serenity, the imperturbable good humour of Y, the author, is forced into the face of the one person on earth who most needs to be shown it. How to get your own back on your critics 2012-06-22T18:00:30Z "They had a visual maturity that surprised me and approached the workshop brief with thoughtfulness, enthusiasm, diligence and good humour," says Dench. Students of the street 2012-05-30T07:56:54Z "Can you recommend me one," returned his master, with a smile of good humour upon his countenance, "and one who will not be afraid of going to my wine-cellar?" Fairy Legends and Traditions of The South of Ireland 2012-05-22T15:16:54.237Z "Well, I forgive him, I forgive him!" said Mr. Croyland, with more good humour than might have been expected. The Smuggler: (Vol's I-III) A Tale 2012-04-26T02:00:10.260Z I wish to be sent to the King, Sir; though if you can find out when he is in a good humour I should prefer it. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Sense and good humour ever prove The surest cords to fasten love. Moores Fables for the Female Sex 2012-04-24T02:00:20.600Z He had just finished his lunch, and as the meal had been a satisfying one, he was in high good humour. The Airship "Golden Hind" 2012-04-21T02:00:26.983Z No amount of coldness can long resist the eyes that are flashing with good humour and the features that are lighted up with such a pleasant look. Sidelights on Chinese Life 2012-04-21T02:00:23.993Z Sir Edward Digby answered gaily, for it was his object to keep his host in good humour at least, for the time. The Smuggler: (Vol's I-III) A Tale 2012-04-26T02:00:10.260Z The fine spring morning told on our spirits and we were in good humour. A Lad of Grit A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea in Restoration Times 2012-04-21T02:00:23.363Z He spoke with such an air of good humour, that none could see he had taken any offence, and this matter was also forgotten in a few moments. Henry of Guise; (Vol. III of 3) or, The States of Blois 2012-04-11T02:00:29.713Z Then my fat friend, Breiting, sang the air in A flat major from "Euryanthe," and the public shouted "Da capo!" and were in good humour, and showed good taste. Letters of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy from Italy and Switzerland 2012-04-07T02:00:33.707Z Hargrave, however, who was now entirely restored to good humour, seized it as it fell, and began brushing it with great vigour. Mabel, Vol. III (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-04T02:00:58.490Z His Highness was in good humour, and understood Lesseps perfectly. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z Giles went home with Constance in perfect good humour, taking the end of his mischief in good part. A Pilgrim Maid A Story of Plymouth Colony in 1620 2012-04-02T02:00:24.090Z He advanced with an air perfectly gay, and saluted me with good humour. The Red Cockade 2012-03-30T02:00:19.603Z They lend themselves to the impression before them with good humour and good will, making it neither better nor worse than it is. Winterslow Essays and Characters Written There 2012-03-27T02:00:25.647Z And Hargrave walked back to where he had before been standing, and instantly recovered his good humour. Mabel, Vol. III (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-04T02:00:58.490Z Naturally enough her father and school mistresses find her very difficult to manage, but her good humour and kindness of heart make it impossible to be angry with her for long. Held by Chinese Brigands 2012-03-26T02:00:40.573Z He possessed great powers of observation and characterization, a singular technical skill, an unfailing gift of good humour, and untiring industry. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 5 "Hinduism" to "Home, Earls of" 2012-03-25T02:00:05.717Z Jupiter, being at that time in pretty good humour, was pleased to laugh heartily at their ridiculous request; and, throwing a little log down into the pool, cried, 'There is a King for you.' ?sop's Fables, Embellished with One Hundred and Eleven Emblematical Devices. 2012-03-19T02:00:22.807Z "No, no, child, have it your own way," he answered with good humour. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z His cackling good humour when the recitations were correct and fluent, his distressed air when they were not; his mixed timidity and quick temper—these things are recalled with fond smiles in Miroslav. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z "Aunt must be in a good humour," she thought, and indeed so it was. Fairies Afield 2012-03-18T02:00:20.790Z I felt in peculiarly high spirits, and I looked about for someone on whom to vent my good humour. The Making of a Saint 2012-03-16T02:00:25.243Z Aldo was away for weeks at a time, and although he seemed in good humour when he was at home, and dressed elaborately, he was always parsimonious in the house, warning against rashness and expense. The Devourers 2012-03-16T02:00:23.493Z His very good humour, his benignity, appalled me. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z "To be sure, blockhead," he answered, in high good humour. Shrewsbury A Romance 2012-03-15T02:00:22.177Z "Of course you don't, the reason being "—and good humour beamed in every feature of Kiss's merry face—"that you are not, like myself, a cynic." Miser Farebrother, Volume I (of 3) A Novel 2012-03-13T02:00:28.227Z The navy has very good humours, or I'd never see your dog's face again, you villain! Wild Oats or, The Strolling Gentlemen 2012-03-08T03:00:09.310Z It was with some difficulty, and only after the exercise of much tact, patience, and good humour on Nando's part, that he managed to secure enough food to supply the needs of the men. Samba A Story of the Rubber Slaves of the Congo 2012-03-07T03:00:16.567Z Nor, during his decline, did Hudson fail to carry himself with good humour, and even dignity. Social Transformations of the Victorian Age A Survey of Court and Country 2012-02-29T03:00:22.540Z "That for people!" my lady cried with a reckless good humour that would have been striking in one half her age. Shrewsbury A Romance 2012-03-15T02:00:22.177Z So they went on in high good humour, the donkey carrying the pedlar's wares, and the raven sitting on the donkey's back driving away the flies. The Necklace of Princess Fiorimonde and Other Stories 2012-02-26T03:00:15.647Z In the midst of great trials it is recorded that his good humour never forsook him. England in the Days of Old 2012-02-18T03:00:17.863Z In the circumstances Monsieur Elbel was in good humour, a relaxation he rarely allowed himself. Samba A Story of the Rubber Slaves of the Congo 2012-03-07T03:00:16.567Z But his features were strong and intellectual, and the keen grey eyes which looked so boldly on the world could express both humour and good humour. Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z And then God laughed at me—and I too smiled To see that He was in such good humour and that the sun was shining. Irradiations; Sand and Spray 2012-02-14T03:00:28.347Z "I will begin at once;" and he went straight on to the common, and when he had collected the geese together lay down to watch them in high good humour. The Necklace of Princess Fiorimonde and Other Stories 2012-02-26T03:00:15.647Z A stream of conveyances of all descriptions, some peasants' carts with straw at the bottom filled with women and children, everybody in a good humour. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z Mrs. Worfolk herself was so much pleased to have him back from Ambles that she was in the best of good humours, and even the statuesque Maud flushed with life like some Galatea. Poor Relations 2012-02-11T03:04:00.973Z But all had passed in good humour; the taps had been running in one interest, the ale was Sir Robert's, and the crowd envied while they laughed. Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z But evidently the English character for steady energy and stolid good humour is built up partly by following the sport of luggage-hunting. England 2012-02-09T03:00:12.957Z Seeing his good humour, his daughters asked leave to fish on: they said the fish would take better at sunset, and they would walk home in half an hour. A Russian Gentleman 2012-02-08T03:00:18.800Z For while the whole house is in good humour, if there was not one person cross enough to take a little care, every thing would be wasted and ruined through extreme good temper. Next Door Neighbours A Comedy in Three Acts 2012-02-06T03:00:17.157Z The good humour died out of the Irishman's eyes and left them hard and scornful. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z But Adam kept his head erect and showed a face of an extraordinary good humour. The Watchers A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:08.560Z It is resumed with perfect good humour, and with the same gay whoops. England 2012-02-09T03:00:12.957Z The master of the house was in good humour and himself gave his guest an opening to begin her performance. A Russian Gentleman 2012-02-08T03:00:18.800Z Her ladyship sailed forth upon Mr. Kelly's arm, radiant with smiles; and, to Wogan's astonishment, Kelly in the matter of good humour seemed in no wise behind her. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z The good humour, the intimacy, the sufficiency of the two, each to the other, might be recovered if only he persisted. The Truants 2012-01-28T03:00:26.257Z The Major was in a very good humour that afternoon, and as the party walked back to the house, he fell behind to Miranda, who had already fallen behind. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z Everybody seemed content, and the genial Farquhar diffused high spirits and good humour. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z She brought a stool at once and sat down on the stoop beside my grandfather, which she never ventured to do unless he was in a very good humour. A Russian Gentleman 2012-02-08T03:00:18.800Z The cowardice of it was apparent for all that he bowed and laid his hand on his heart, and performed such antics as he thought likely to tickle women into good humour. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z The Squire, in his moods of good humour, was proof against all annoyance over other people's follies. The Eldest Son 2012-01-24T03:00:28.780Z "Stuff and nonsense!" exclaimed the Squire, but with persistent good humour. The Honour of the Clintons 2012-01-24T03:00:25.947Z Leah indulged and scolded me alternately, often sang to me, for she had a clear voice, and when she was in a good humour would let me read "Sintram" and the fairy tales to her. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 1 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:26.330Z My mother's tone intimated annoyance at my claim to being supported by my father in my absurdities, but her good humour was proof against it. A Woman of Genius 2012-01-18T03:00:09.517Z It was altogether, then, in a very good humour that Mr. Kelly left the theatre. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z Chung was a perfect encyclopædia of information, while his good humour and good spirits never for a moment failed him under any circumstances whatsoever. Strange Stories 2012-01-16T03:00:05.067Z The Squire was in the highest state of good humour. The Honour of the Clintons 2012-01-24T03:00:25.947Z A devil was quite as much respected as a beneficent deity, indeed it was even more necessary to keep him in a good humour. Fifty-One Years of Victorian Life 2012-01-15T03:00:15.917Z There is everywhere abundance of good humour and good sense, but, except in the Captivi and Rudens, we find scarcely any pathos or elevated feeling. The Roman Poets of the Republic 2012-01-15T03:00:14.187Z Wogan remembered that, when Lord Sidney had spoken before, he had not seemed in the best of good humour. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z The Dauphin, now all restored to good humour, seated himself on an upturned box and nursed his knees with his clasped hands. When a Cobbler Ruled a King 2012-01-15T03:00:13.430Z I informed him of every circumstance.—My account put him into good humour; and we laughed over the droll scene very heartily. The Sylph, Volume I and II 2012-01-09T03:00:19.583Z Jersey overheard Cook’s representative giving special injunctions to the agent in charge of this boat to keep F. R. in good humour, as he might make himself very disagreeable. Fifty-One Years of Victorian Life 2012-01-15T03:00:15.917Z De Beauvoir, finding the literary editor in such a good humour, thought the moment opportune to remind him of one of his romances which La Presse had accepted but seemed in no hurry to publish. Lola Montez An Adventuress of the 'Forties 2012-01-08T03:00:19.240Z The little dingy cloud, which scarcely added to their accustomed dulness, was beginning to settle on the features of my hostess, when another attack was made upon her good humour. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z He is short, fat, middle-aged, with a round fat face, radiant with good humour and good-natured enjoyment. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z For four months he lingered under the hands of the surgeons, sometimes under opium, sometimes suffering tortures with equanimity and good humour. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z Dillon had spent four months in the group in 1809, and had acquired a slight knowledge of the language, besides winning the respect of the people for his magnificent physique, and his Irish good humour. The Fijians A Study of the Decay of Custom 2011-12-30T03:00:25.917Z For Calder�n he had a profound contempt, though at the same time his society put him into a good humour. Froth 2011-12-28T03:00:38.123Z As to open compliment, it cost me an effort to answer it with good humour. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z If there be just cause for wrath, with or without violence, it is not in reason that you can be in a rollicking good humour the next minute. A Bride from the Bush 2011-12-24T03:08:05.053Z He hurried to Court, and found the King in good humour except with the resigning Secretary. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z On the other hand, so enormous was the influence of the oracle upon the common people that the chief had the best reason for keeping the priests in good humour. The Fijians A Study of the Decay of Custom 2011-12-30T03:00:25.917Z Having left the spittoon behind him, he again expectorated on the carpet with a malicious pleasure which was visible through his imperturbable mask of good humour. Froth 2011-12-28T03:00:38.123Z He retorted, and their mutual recriminations were occasionally renewed during the afternoon; banishing whatever good humour had been spared by the disappointment which Miss Mortimer had undesignedly occasioned. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z As she mentioned the teapot her eyes twinkled with that expression of good humour which lit up all the eyes in Paradise Court when that valuable article was referred to. The Man with the Book or, The Bible Among the People. 2011-12-19T03:00:47.530Z This raised a laugh, when Lyttelton remarked, not without pathos, 'If he is not my friend, it is not my fault,' and the contest, after lasting some time, mellowed into good humour. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z Jedan's visit to his family had put him in a very good humour, and even the Evil One, who had participated in the feast of raw turnip, worked quietly at the oars. By Desert Ways to Baghdad 2011-12-18T03:00:22.240Z He let her go, being in high good humour, consequent upon the discovery and appropriation of some whisky in his wife's cupboard. A Witch of the Hills, v. 1-2 2011-12-15T03:00:15.700Z He was not further bullied at present, and within half an hour his good humour seemed quite re-established. Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z Good spirits are contagious: every one feels better for having a neighbour always in a good humour. Birds Every Child Should Know 2011-12-08T03:00:24.887Z It was a vindictive act which seems alien to Walpole's boisterous good humour, but of a kind to which Walpole's arbitrary notions of political discipline made him singularly prone. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z In personal appearance he was of middle height and powerful frame, with an unusually dark complexion, a beard and moustache, and features expressing intelligence and good humour. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z The fact is that this lad, whom you have just seen so pale and thin and sullen and irascible, was full of health and gaiety and good humour only a few months ago. The Seven Cardinal Sins: Envy and Indolence 2011-11-28T03:00:23.427Z The good humour of the company was general, old Zachlebnikoff was in high spirits, having partaken of an extra glass of wine this evening. Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z Suddenly laying down the lantern he shouted, "Three cheers for the victors of Ashbrook fight," a call instantly responded to amid great good humour and much laughter. The Life of Thomas Wanless, Peasant 2011-11-27T03:00:11.777Z The prison governor was not in good humour on this day also, so that neither at dinner nor at supper were any indecent stories related. Memoirs of Leonora Christina Daughter of Christian IV. of Denmark; Written During Her Imprisonment in the Blue Tower at Copenhagen 1663-1685 2011-11-26T03:00:13.823Z They used to mildly chaff the old man about his fears, but he took it all with characteristic good humour. White Fire 2011-11-21T03:00:15.067Z My dear Adelaide," she replied, still with the most perfect good humour, "please don't get angry with me. The World Masters 2011-11-18T03:00:31.543Z Dear and delightful to me is the gallant good humour of your letter, which makes me take what you tell me as if I were quite monstrously near you. The Letters of Henry James, Vol. II 2011-11-18T03:00:26.730Z The labourers themselves were in high good humour, and indulged in a great deal of rough chaff at each other's expense. The Life of Thomas Wanless, Peasant 2011-11-27T03:00:11.777Z Radwalader was the essence of courtesy and consideration, invariable in his good humour, tireless in his efforts to amuse and entertain the young prot�g� of his good friend Mrs. Carnby. The Transgression of Andrew Vane a novel 2011-11-17T03:00:37.293Z Sem�n saw that his wife was not in a good humour, but there was nothing to be done, and he acted as though he did not see it. Fables for Children, Stories for Children, Natural Science Stories, Popular Education, Decembrists, Moral Tales 2011-11-17T03:00:35.327Z She did not forget the Tears, Idle Tears episode, however, and had the wit and good humour often to refer to it afterwards and, usually, quite aptly. Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z The breakfast put them all—even the surgeon—into good humour. Mated from the Morgue A tale of the Second Empire 2011-11-15T03:00:23.507Z The crowd was in a good humour—it was a splendid day, they had had a fine show, and politics and "foreign mercenaries" were forgotten for the moment. Italian Letters of a Diplomat's Life January-May, 1880; February-April, 1904 2011-11-10T03:00:11.267Z He is always gay and in good humour, which is a great blessing. The Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume II (of 2) 2011-11-10T03:00:10.110Z Shelley and Jane sit up till 12, talking; Shelley talks her into a good humour. The Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume I (of 2) 2011-11-10T03:00:08.903Z The company had every thing to eat and drink that could be furnished in so new a country, and much fun and good humour prevailed. A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett, of the State of Tennessee. 2011-11-07T02:00:17.560Z Accordingly he went upstairs, in high good humour, stumbling on the carpet-rods. Across the Stream 2011-11-05T02:00:11.673Z Only last night, coming up on the top of the late bus, I was irritated by the good humour of a fat man who came and sat in front of me. Leaves in the Wind 2011-10-28T02:00:25.937Z He indeed got a little out of his element when he got into France,—his good humour did not leave him, but his self-possession. The Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume II (of 2) 2011-11-10T03:00:10.110Z Shelley passes the morning with Harriet, who is in a surprisingly good humour. The Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume I (of 2) 2011-11-10T03:00:08.903Z And in this way he would not be worse off than when I found him; and I would be sure to leave him in a first-rate good humour. A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett, of the State of Tennessee. 2011-11-07T02:00:17.560Z Martha is now very well; she has kept in a continual flow of good humour during her stay here, and has consequently been very fascinating…. The Bront? Family, Vol. 1 of 2 with special reference to Patrick Branwell Bront? 2011-10-27T02:00:24.317Z Reeves was relieved to see that the fierce mood of a few hours before had given place to good humour. Snowdrift A Story of the Land of the Strong Cold 2011-10-23T02:00:22.547Z "But this evening he is in a good humour, eh?" The Heritage of the Kurts, Volume II (of 2) 2011-10-21T02:00:19.713Z Pascal set the example of combining the use of the most terribly effective weapons with good humour, good breeding and a polished style. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 2 "French Literature" to "Frost, William" 2011-10-14T02:00:26.280Z Hamburger," he then said, still in a peevish voice, though the first appearance of returning good humour was seen in the corners of his eyes, "I shall make you my doctor! For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z I'm sure if any one can keep the old man in a good humour, you can. The Brass Bottle A Farcical Fantastic Play in Four Acts 2011-10-11T02:01:04.737Z Taking advantage of the King's good humour he decided to speak to him confidentially and try to overthrow Br�hl. Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z If she saw that he was in a good humour, she sang--the worst thing she could have done, for no one ever yet discovered what it was she believed herself to be singing. The Heritage of the Kurts, Volume II (of 2) 2011-10-21T02:00:19.713Z He was soothed and petted until his first panic had subsided; then coaxed into a good humour again with oats. Servants of the Guns 2011-10-06T02:00:39.987Z Nothing makes him smile--and it is already eleven o'clock--he ought to be in a good humour by now. The Countess Cosel A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong 2011-10-06T02:00:36.083Z After a repast men are in good humour; you will produce a lively impression on Jacob. The Jew 2011-10-06T02:00:34.840Z The King was in a good humour, which was the case every time the hunt was successful. Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z Somewhat quieted, but in no good humour, they retired into a corner, and proceeded to cut up some pieces of wood which their brother's trade supplied them with. Left to Ourselves or, John Headley's Promise. 2011-10-05T02:00:17.183Z And the soldiers, in high good humour, let off a volley from their guns in honour of the festal occasion. The Legend of the Glorious Adventures of Tyl Ulenspiegel in the land of Flanders and elsewhere 2011-10-04T02:00:19.193Z Then he was kept ready to be brought forward at the first favourable moment, for the King usually rose to display his strength after he had feasted, and was in a good humour. The Countess Cosel A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong 2011-10-06T02:00:36.083Z Nothing but flattery brings my Lady into a good humour. The Female Wits 2011-09-28T02:00:23.247Z The only sign of good humour he had shown was, that he ordered a pipe to be brought him, and blew forth a larger cloud than usual. Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z The Doctor stole off laughing, and Camelford soon recovered his good humour. Bungay Castle: A Novel. v. 1/2 2011-09-27T02:00:20.260Z I fancy he did so, because at that moment he was in a good humour. The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia with an introduction by Julius Bramont 2011-09-27T02:00:18.213Z For a few moments the youth was unable to speak; the good humour of the fool evidently disconcerted him. The Countess Cosel A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong 2011-10-06T02:00:36.083Z "By my troth, thou art an industrious maiden," he said, in high good humour, "and, as a reward for working so diligently, I will restore thy sisters to thee." The Scottish Fairy Book 2011-09-27T02:00:17.480Z He was all smiling good humour; and his features, in defiance of his age, expressed the most playful archness. The Wanderer (Volume 5 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:29.433Z This unfortunate young man, notwithstanding his unguarded conduct and numerous eccentricities, was beloved by many for his generous disposition, cheerfulness, and unceasing good humour. Bungay Castle: A Novel. v. 1/2 2011-09-27T02:00:20.260Z The smiles, the dimples, and the good humour of the simple girl, all revived, and played about her pretty face, at this request. The Wanderer (Volume 3 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:28.670Z Cosel was in a very good humour; the General began by joking. The Countess Cosel A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong 2011-10-06T02:00:36.083Z The stranger, conceiving some hope of assistance from her extreme youth, and air of good humour, besought her interest with Mrs Maple for permission to remain in the house till the next day. The Wanderer (Volume 1 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:27.667Z One fine summer's afternoon, the Lion went trotting home in high good humour. The World Turned Upside Down 2011-09-14T02:00:49.820Z "As soon as he saw that I wished to scold him, he had unequalled methods for putting me in a good humour." Louis XIV and La Grande Mademoiselle 1652-1693 2011-09-14T02:00:48.383Z Looking from the window, she saw, and not without concern, from the contrast to the good humour which she had herself experienced, that this choleric reproacher was Sir Jaspar Herrington. The Wanderer (Volume 3 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:28.670Z I was going to defy the lot, and that delighted him to such an extent that good humour covered him like a garment. Edgar Saltus: The Man 2011-09-13T02:00:36.953Z She then, but with gaiety and good humour, enquired whether or not the stranger would return to Lewes. The Wanderer (Volume 1 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:27.667Z It was about this time that I noticed that my father, in spite of his good humour, was not so happy as he pretended to be. My Memoirs 2011-09-13T02:00:28.713Z The bald-pate, remarking the growing tension, sought to change the conversation, and raising his beaker proposed the following toast— "God keep the Turks in a good humour." 'Midst the Wild Carpathians 2011-09-09T02:00:57.830Z Mrs Ireton, brought nearly to good humour by the sight of the perplexity and displeasure of Juliet, only uttered, 'Pretty dear! how playful he is!' The Wanderer (Volume 3 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:28.670Z Deppe was in an uncommonly good humour, and kept making little jokes. Music-Study in Germany from the Home Correspondence of Amy Fay 2011-09-07T02:00:17.597Z She found Ellis so revived, that to destroy her rising tranquillity would have been a task nearly impossible, had Selina possessed as much consideration as good humour. The Wanderer (Volume 1 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:27.667Z But on this particular day the Fata Morgana was in a peculiarly good humour. Tales From J?kai 2011-09-02T02:00:19.183Z The Monk takes all his broad jesting with the good humour of a man who is used to it, and offers to tell some tragedies, “of which I have an hundred in my cell.” Chaucer and His England 2011-09-01T02:00:19.940Z “You shall please yourself,” he returned with unusual good humour. The Bigamist 2011-08-31T02:01:34.797Z He is a good-hearted little demon, the incarnation of German dirt and good humour, and he pretends to be desperately devoted to me. Music-Study in Germany from the Home Correspondence of Amy Fay 2011-09-07T02:00:17.597Z Elinor, presently, with restored good humour, and an air of the most lively pleasure, came to fetch her. The Wanderer (Volume 1 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:27.667Z Imagine the good humour, the racket which accompanied them on the way! Tales From J?kai 2011-09-02T02:00:19.183Z Their early success put all hands in good humour, and several sperm whales were killed before they reached their usual cruising ground on the borders of the Antarctic ice fields. Jack Buntline 2011-08-31T02:01:34.270Z Pamela found him in a mood of high good humour, notwithstanding his announcement that he had spent a solitary afternoon, chafing at her absence. The Bigamist 2011-08-31T02:01:34.797Z He was in very good humour that day, and made some little witticisms. Music-Study in Germany from the Home Correspondence of Amy Fay 2011-09-07T02:00:17.597Z The vicar broke into a smile at his own thoughts, and, since nothing had been said to raise a smile, was called upon by his wife to explain the cause of his good humour. Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z When they returned to the car, Mrs Cork had recovered her good humour. Pink Gods and Blue Demons 2011-08-31T02:01:22.827Z Yes, all that fell to Mrs. Maule's share was managed with infinite tact, good humour, and good taste. Jane Oglander 2011-08-30T02:00:38.717Z When people are in a good humour—and everybody is supposed to be in a good humour at Christmas—they find it easy to give little gifts to their relations, friends, children and servants. Holidays & Happy-Days 2011-08-27T02:00:21.840Z However, he had that sunny, happy-go-lucky way about him that all artists have when they're in good humour, and he was a capital dancer. Music-Study in Germany from the Home Correspondence of Amy Fay 2011-09-07T02:00:17.597Z But everyone in the team has been in good humour and fettle. British crew become first to row to magnetic north pole 2011-08-26T09:54:51Z To be sure it was just possible that the Marquis might think it prudent to keep the involuntary depository of a political secret, even so vague a one, in good humour. In a Glass Darkly, v. 2/3 2011-08-25T02:00:31.597Z This, and the execution of the Count, put him in high good humour. In a Glass Darkly, v. 3/3 2011-08-25T02:00:28.717Z It was indeed the Professor himself, so resplendent in evening dress, so bland and gracious, so overflowing with genial smiles and good humour, that Mildred hardly knew him. The Girls of St. Cyprian's A Tale of School Life 2011-08-24T02:00:19.813Z This delighted the Dwarf very much, for though he looked so serious, he was full of good humour and skipped about with much agility. The Zankiwank and The Bletherwitch An Original Fantastic Fairy Extravaganza 2011-08-19T02:00:16.653Z Try to put him in good humour by remarking that “he seems shirty.” Bevis The Story of a Boy 2011-08-16T02:00:44.103Z Being now in good humour, she resolved that Sir James should have a specimen of her learning, which it is well known degenerated too much into pedantry. Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume I (of 2) 2011-08-14T02:00:25.307Z There were crowds of people in all directions, full of good humour, laughing and shouting and making fun. Three Accounts of Peterloo By Eyewitnesses Bishop Stanley, Lord Hylton, John Benjamin Smith with Bishop Stanley's Evidence at the Trial 2011-08-09T02:00:27.670Z Josh Perrott reached home late for tea but in good humour. A Child of the Jago 2011-08-05T02:00:52.533Z If nothing else, his dream move proves he is clearly not motivated by the prospect of winning silverware, but for all his good humour in the face of adversity, these are anxious times for Ricketts. Wandering Rohan Ricketts puts faith in power of network 2011-08-04T15:41:28Z In the early adopter era the social network was a largely warm environment, where abuse was relatively scarce and passionate debate was conducted with respect and good humour. Duncan Bannatyne is right to be angry ? but we can't let the cowards get to us 2011-08-04T11:29:17Z And when Ulpian had said this, he asked for something to drink from the wine-cooler, saying, that he was in good humour with himself for having been able to remember this so very à propos. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z In a distracted state of mind, Thaddy entered the cellars, but the company there was in good humour, greeting him uproariously. For the Right 2011-08-01T02:00:10.250Z The circumstances under which he met the Houses were on the whole favourable, and the mood of the Sovereign and Legislature was one of mutual good humour. William the Third 2011-07-31T02:00:12.077Z The dean, instead of being disconcerted, replied in perfect good humour, “You see, sir, your friend has lost his wager, for I am not now smoking, but only filling my pipe!” Nicotiana Or The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's Companion 2011-07-29T02:00:29.353Z I was so enjoying this fine afternoon, and you have quite spoilt my good humour. The Chief Justice A Novel 2011-07-27T02:00:28.873Z "And what did he say? was he in a good humour?" King Matthias and the Beggar Boy 2011-07-24T02:00:11.047Z In all the other ships of the fleet the amusement was carried on with the greatest good humour, as we could plainly perceive with our glasses. Twenty-Five Years in the Rifle Brigade 2011-07-21T02:00:19.027Z Everyone was in the best of good humour; music in the distance rose and fell on the air; flags fluttered from the windows. The Further Adventures of O'Neill in Holland 2011-07-20T02:00:17.027Z After resting awhile they all rode away in high good humour, waving warm good-byes. The Stronghold A Story of Historic Northern Neck of Virginia and Its People 2011-07-17T02:00:38.770Z "It is a stupid business," grumbled the president, whose good humour had been torn away with that cut into his cap-lining. The Strange Story of Rab R?by 2011-07-17T02:00:30.943Z A general laugh from all the members of the club, in which our antiquary heartily joined, was a signal for a cessation of hostilities, and good humour was restored. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume III 2011-07-16T02:00:13.547Z Heim nodded in high good humour, and growled, "Ah, yes, you sing a different tune now!" Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z This put all hands in an exceedingly good humour, and incidentally had strange consequences. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z We must, however, seem unconcerned, and in good humour. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z “Poor devil,” answered the kind-hearted Colonel, who under the influence of fresh air and the prospects of no more Sessions for a month, had quite recovered his good humour. Dorrien of Cranston 2011-07-07T02:00:31.540Z "Do you think you could, sir?" asked our host, somewhat incredulously, yet becoming infected, in spite of himself, by Mr. Oldstone's assurance and good humour. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume III 2011-07-16T02:00:13.547Z "Morning, morning," he cried, quite out of breath, but in high good humour, as he threw his hat and gloves upon a table and himself into a chair. Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z The party rode on; but the king's good humour was disturbed for some time. King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 3 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. 2011-07-07T02:00:24.890Z Count Gerhard had received them with his wonted openness and gay good humour; for the rumours respecting the important crisis of affairs in Denmark had not yet reached Kiel. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z There was no trace of the light-hearted, careless good humour of the negro among these. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z They were in high good humour, those jovial souls. The Ruby Sword A Romance of Baluchistan 2011-07-05T02:00:28.367Z But the subject of this rallying was the very essence of good humour. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z His joke seemed to restore his good humour. A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z The pages waited on the king, who appeared in a good humour, and well contented. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z “Come to think of it, I had heard of the party, but I’d forgotten,” said Hunt with his usual easy good humour. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z He is not in good humour, and their satisfaction or equanimity is an offence to him. The Student-Life of Germany 2011-07-03T02:00:09.143Z Well, if good humour can be a fault, sure the excess you carry it to must be the example. The Heiress; a comedy, in five acts 2011-07-02T02:00:12.813Z "Farewell!" he cried, with the expression of child-like good humour which well became his eager face. A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z His rage had disappeared, and his countenance again assumed its gay good humour. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z Had he been rude or angry, or even silent and sullen, or in any other mood in the world but one of such very easy good humour, she could have managed better. The Widow Barnaby Vol. III (of 3) 2011-07-01T02:00:15.707Z A bottle of Eno fully restored his good humour, and drew forth expressions of friendship: "You good man, I love you; you do me good turn, I make return." In the Andamans and Nicobars The Narrative of a Cruise in the Schooner "Terrapin" 2011-06-30T02:00:24.487Z Both will work for the same money; Paul, if anything, a little cheaper of the two, if you keep him in good humour; only you have to discern him first, which will need eyes. Unto This Last and Other Essays on Political Economy 2011-06-29T02:00:26.763Z Then he repeats, "So English, you know," in imitation of some American burlesque actor, and this has the effect of restoring his good humour. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 93., October 1, 1887 2011-06-29T02:00:26.507Z The canings they receive from time to time do not at all ruffle their good humour. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z I inquired with some asperity, for, if the truth must be confessed, I was not in a very good humour. The Kidnapped President 2011-06-23T02:00:29.120Z Notwithstanding this, there prevailed in all that he said, and in his whole behaviour, a cheerfulness and good humour, by which every one must be attracted, and prepossessed in his favour. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z I felt in rare good humour, the observed of all observers. Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880) 2011-06-15T02:00:22.810Z However, being a good-natured man, we parted all in good humour, and no ill effects followed. Life of John Keats His Life and Poetry, his Friends, Critics and After-fame 2011-06-10T02:00:19.290Z Nevertheless, the instincts of good humour and hopefulness were stronger, and he presently asked— "How will they come?" Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z He was a tall, dark, stoutish man, good humour writ large over his rather weather-beaten face. From Chart House to Bush Hut Being the Record of a Sailor's 7 Years in the Queensland Bush 2011-06-08T02:00:16.290Z Reinhold meanwhile looked on me as if quite satisfied, and even with smiles of good humour. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z I suppose he had been out after cattle and had not found those he looked for; anyhow, he did not appear in a good humour. Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880) 2011-06-15T02:00:22.810Z She had no pride to subdue, and therefore never escaped from well-meant importunity at the expense of politeness and good humour. Ormond, Volume I (of 3) or, The Secret Witness 2011-06-02T02:00:26.023Z The thing to do is to face this rather funny situation and take it amiably and with good humour. The Slayer Of souls 2011-06-01T02:00:26.487Z But it was all taken in good humour by Lawson, who now in her 50s, still attracts a huge male following. Nigella: Husband's biggest critic 2011-05-29T17:20:35Z In this manner the conversations and the readings were kept up till the hour when the Prince's family retired to their private apartments, after which the numerous assembly all separated in the greatest good humour. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z A succession of arguments on great topics and small topics alike—arguments conducted with perfect good humour, but also with the most implacable logic—formed the staple of the family conversations. The Real Gladstone an Anecdotal Biography 2011-05-29T02:00:07.883Z From that time he was always to be seen smiling, in a good humour, and paying attentions to pretty girls. The Mantle and Other Stories 2011-05-29T02:00:07.233Z Hitherto the Government had been able to keep the populace in good humour by highly-coloured reports, but now the disastrous state of affairs could no longer be concealed. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z But she admitted she took any criticism from Charles Saatchi in good humour. Nigella: Husband's biggest critic 2011-05-29T17:20:35Z The Prince agreed, with a smile of perfect good humour. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z "Oh, but you must!" he went on in a tone of lazy good humour, yet as one not accustomed to be refused. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z At any rate, he might expect that Petrovitch, if he were in a good humour, would lower the price of the cloak to eighty roubles; but where were these eighty roubles to be found? The Mantle and Other Stories 2011-05-29T02:00:07.233Z He came to meet her “with good humour on his countenance,” and with royal grace greeted her with a verse out of her own “Morning Hymn.” Great Englishwomen An Historical Reading Book for Schools 2011-05-23T02:00:09.167Z Being in the same club with Lord Leighton, I could note many instances of his good humour and sweetness of temper. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume II 2011-05-22T02:00:17.943Z I walk down to Scheveningen, and sentimentalise on the seashore; I find the briny deep in a very good humour, and offer you mental congratulations. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume I 2011-05-22T02:00:16.657Z House sat as late as half-past six, and went off home in high good humour. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, August 5th 1893 2011-05-21T02:00:09.440Z Lenette was in good humour because she had gained her point. Flower, Fruit, and Thorn Pieces; or, the Wedded Life, Death, and Marriage of Firmian Stanislaus Siebenkaes, Parish Advocate in the Burgh of Kuhschnappel. 2011-05-20T02:00:42.297Z I'll step in and ask to see her mother, that will put her in a good humour in a trice.' The Parent's Assistant Stories for Children 2011-05-18T02:00:12.733Z Mr. Chattaway was not in a good humour that morning—which is not saying much: but he was in an unusually bad one. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z They always come with some scheme for fun and frolic and their ever ready wit and good humour has an effect on all with whom they come in contact. Back at School with the Tucker Twins 2011-05-14T02:00:10.887Z His time as a minister was characterised by good humour, good judgement and good character. Scots Labour MP David Cairns dies 2011-05-10T11:15:03Z She had restored herself to good humour and was having a very pleasant time with some acquaintances she had met on the beach. Vacation with the Tucker Twins 2011-05-08T02:00:04.123Z That is how it is that we almost bow to each other, especially when we are both in good humour. White Nights and Other Stories The Novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Volume X 2011-05-07T02:00:35.433Z "You had better let it to me," returned George, not losing his good humour. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z In addition to the representatives of the nobility, of the Court and country, and of the higher and lower Civil Service, tradesmen, country folk, and common artisans, in high good humour, filled the seats. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z He was in good humour and looked quite fit. Their 'Enry 2011-05-02T00:41:07Z Nettie eagerly thanked him; and then seeing him in good humour with her, she ventured something more. Little Nettie or, Home Sunshine 2011-04-29T02:00:07.153Z When the supper was set on the table, three of the party, at least, were in high good humour, and disposed to enjoy it. That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 1 2011-04-26T02:00:29.063Z Evidently he was in a good humour now. Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport 2011-04-24T02:00:08.440Z In these cynic weeds and with Epicurean good humour did he dictate his politics, and in this school did the heir of the empire attend his lessons and imbibe them.” Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 6 "Foraminifera" to "Fox, Edward" 2011-04-22T02:00:08.637Z The English lord seemed especially in good humour with himself and all the others. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z Mr. Trelawny, restored to something like good humour by the unexpected tidings, made surly overtures of peace, which were received on Dr. Heriot's part with his usual urbanity. Heriot's Choice A Tale 2011-04-20T02:00:22.760Z As O’Brien, in high good humour, having communicated the side-splitting joke to Mary and Finnerty, was busy over his account books, Kelly came in. Humours of Irish Life 2011-04-19T02:00:16.057Z He lit a cigar, and the passing cloud was wafted away as usual by his inherent good humour. Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport 2011-04-24T02:00:08.440Z His Majesty seemed in a superlatively good humour, and sat back in his chair, his fat body shaking now and again with bursts of merriment. Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z “Sorry too,” said the land man, with no abatement of his good humour. The Bail Jumper 2011-04-16T02:00:19.103Z After all, it was an ideal wedding; there was youth, health, and good looks, with plenty of honest love and good humour. Heriot's Choice A Tale 2011-04-20T02:00:22.760Z Sentiment was her ruling passion; she did no more than scrape the surface of Irish social life; and she had no humour but good humour. Humours of Irish Life 2011-04-19T02:00:16.057Z “You are in exceeding good humour,” said the friend of this morose and moralising bridegroom. Tales from Blackwood Volume 9 2011-04-15T02:00:18.057Z My wife is half of Mrs Blackwood's opinion, and is in no good humour with Tony personally. Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. II 2011-04-15T02:00:16.987Z Sophocles was more than once elected general, and is reported to have kept his colleagues in good humour by the charm of his conversation through a short but disagreeable campaign. Essays 2011-04-15T02:00:16.160Z What can you do with a man who refuses in this way to be teased, but just accepts what you say with preposterous good humour? By Wit of Woman 2011-04-13T02:00:13.247Z But no, she attributed it merely to some passing phase—to being overtired—and her gentle good humour and faith were as steadfast as ever. I Walked in Arden 2011-04-10T02:00:06.137Z Jacob being in a good humour—he held a fine euchre hand, looked up and saw Kylis standing near. The Second String 2011-04-08T02:00:07.383Z It will even put a pessimist in exceeding good humour with himself and the world at large. The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z His ingenuity, good humour and can-do attitude was a perfect fit for the early days of innovation and the boom years of rapid development. Fred Cooke obituary 2011-04-06T17:30:07Z Sir Willoughby was goodnaturedly weak, and very vain;—his was a vanity however which, when it happened to be gratified, made him extremely happy, by keeping him in the highest good humour with himself. Dilemmas of Pride, (Vol 1 of 3) 2011-04-06T02:00:04.340Z Something besides his perquisites had put him in a good humour with himself; though he did not impart the secret of this something to his companion. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z "It's well worth taking a little extra trouble over," he said, "and when a man has dined well he is generally in a good humour." The Second String 2011-04-08T02:00:07.383Z No likelihood of disturbance, thought I, the crowd being in good humour, and the Mulgrave retinue and the Dutch having such advantage in the matter of weapons. The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z When once a person has smoked the vapidness of the routine of society he must either have self-interest or the love of some sort of distinction to keep him in good humour with it. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z Vulgar people are bad enough in good humour. Dilemmas of Pride, (Vol 1 of 3) 2011-04-06T02:00:04.340Z His eyes sparkled like diamonds, and there was an indescribable expression of good humour and fun upon his countenance. The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] 2011-03-27T02:00:17.093Z With such a disparate collection, it was not easy, but Schumacher's easygoing good humour was invaluable. EF Schumacher: Cameron's choice 2011-03-27T00:01:02Z Officers who had been face to face on the battlefield, and done their best to take one another a lives, here met in mutual good humour, with laughing allusion to the changed circumstances. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z He proceeded, therefore, with his former companions, whom I desired to keep him in good humour by every reasonable gratification. Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America to the Frozen and Pacific Oceans in 1789 and 1793 Vol. II 2011-03-24T02:00:13.247Z “I knew it,” he declared, with positive good humour. Mysterious Mr. Sabin 2011-03-24T02:00:10.087Z He is a tall, athletic, finely built man, seemingly about forty-five or fifty; there is much dignity in his countenance, which is, however, softened by an expression of good humour truly engaging. The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] 2011-03-27T02:00:17.093Z Much of his life was devoted to reconciling the planet to intractable global issues through the application of a dissenting intelligence, good humour and lateral thought. EF Schumacher: Cameron's choice 2011-03-27T00:01:02Z He had an inexhaustible fund of good humour, and was not even angry when Pete, in sheer contrariety, told him the reason for his enticement to the still. The Prophet of the Great Smoky Mountains 2011-03-22T02:00:18.637Z A bouncing good humour, a fine seat on horseback, and a real love of children and animals made her more or less popular in the district. The Daughter Pays 2011-03-19T02:00:09.513Z It puts him into quite a good humour with her to think of them. Doctor Cupid 2011-03-13T03:00:23.987Z It was easy to perceive that there was more of fun than malice in this eccentric little fellow, for his large grey eyes were sparkling with good humour whilst he poured out these wild things. The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] 2011-03-27T02:00:17.093Z You were lucky to find him in a good humour. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z Nothing renders a woman so agreeable to her husband as good humour. How to be Happy Though Married Being a Handbook to Marriage 2011-03-11T03:00:13.410Z She was beginning to recover her good humour. The Daughter Pays 2011-03-19T02:00:09.513Z She was in a very good humour, and exchanged all sorts of witticisms with Constance with regard to their evening. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z Andrew was "relaxed and in good humour", he added, despite discussing "some of the headlines of the day". Prince Andrew row intensifies as he lobbies for Azerbaijan 2011-03-09T21:05:28Z His good humour was still precarious, insecurely re-established, and Anna obediently left the room. Anna of the Five Towns 2011-03-08T03:00:38.117Z He meant to try and coax her into a good humour. Settling Day 2011-03-08T03:00:36.623Z And now Miss Anne Sheckleton entered, having talked old Neptune into good humour. The Tenants of Malory Volume 1 of 3 2011-03-04T03:01:04.443Z What a handsome, elegant, charming fellow, bubbling over with merriment and good humour and chivalric generosity! 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z Our troops treated them with the greatest good humour, throwing chocolates and cigarettes into their enclosures and crowding round to speak to men who knew the English tongue. From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917 2011-03-04T03:01:00.007Z The General's good humour was reflected in a perfectly natural way on the faces of the Colonel, the Majors, the Captains, down to the non-commissioned officers. Tales by Polish Authors 2011-03-04T03:00:56.713Z But when the question was settled, with a brilliant facility, his good humour did not recover. The Tenants of Malory Volume 2 of 3 2011-03-04T03:00:56.067Z Barbara had drawn apart from the group of men and stood watching them with keen, suspicious interest as the two miners started homeward with restored good humour. Comrades A Story of Social Adventure in California 2011-03-03T03:00:52.327Z This answer did not fall very graciously on my ear; but having made up my mind, to remain in good humour with my companion as long as possible, I pretended not to notice it. Lost Lenore The Adventures of a Rolling Stone 2011-03-03T03:00:50.847Z They were joking with each other, and in high good humour, because life with all its hardships was dear to them, and they had the luck of life. From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917 2011-03-04T03:01:00.007Z He filled up his glass of vodka once or twice, then he spat, and his good humour unexpectedly returned. Tales by Polish Authors 2011-03-04T03:00:56.713Z Even his fine-gentlemanism sat quite easily on him, and was displayed with the frankest good humour. A Charming Fellow, Volume I (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:28.240Z His serenity and good humour seemed to irritate her. A Charming Fellow, Volume II (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:26.237Z At length, towards eleven o'clock, he got up, and the refreshment of a night's rest, a comfortable breakfast, and the active though quiet assiduity of his wife, seemed to have restored him to good humour. Christmas Stories 2011-02-27T03:00:31.413Z As the team limbers up and then does fielding practice, the mood seems extremely upbeat with lots of banter and good humour. Buoyant mood 2011-02-26T02:16:06Z "I envy you your good humour, but it appears to me to be almost like mockery of me and my urgent need." Withered Leaves. Vol. III.(of III) A Novel 2011-02-25T03:01:13.983Z Now good humour began to display itself undisturbedly. Withered Leaves. Vol. I. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-25T03:01:10.707Z Ages ago gold was returned for gold, apparel for apparel; and the intractable Moslems were studiously kept in good humour whensoever they thought proper to visit the Christian court. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z The countenances of both were expressive of good humour and liveliness, without much indication of thought or reflection. Christmas Stories 2011-02-27T03:00:31.413Z That’s the time to find the nurse in a good humour; and she’ll tell you anything, or do anything for you.” Mad A Story of Dust and Ashes 2011-02-25T03:01:05.303Z Then he said brusquely, but with perfect good humour, 'Do you think much, Mr. Dempster?' A Practical Novelist 2011-02-19T03:01:38.957Z "Why, either she is not in a good humour today, or she is playing a part; I cannot make out which," Hohenstein replied. The Eichhofs A Romance 2011-02-19T03:01:37.327Z And the opening chapter of my career in Southern Africa! how you laughed at that, though in all good humour, because you were prosperous at the time. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z His round and rosy face seemed to be full of good cheer and good humour; but bore no great signs of intelligence. Christmas Stories 2011-02-27T03:00:31.413Z “Lor’ bless you, sir,” said Matt, “you should listen to the nurses, when one of ’em happens to be in a good humour. Mad A Story of Dust and Ashes 2011-02-25T03:01:05.303Z Some of our soldiers were sent to a rest camp on the low hills outside the town, and before long they won the hearts of the townsfolk by their cheery good humour and excellent behaviour. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 1 (of 10) From the Beginning of the War to the Landing of the British Army in France 2011-02-19T03:01:09.157Z After a loyal address, a reply, and much good humour on all sides, the people dispersed. Roger Davis, Loyalist 2011-02-17T03:00:22.690Z But somehow our new friend O'Mulligan dispensed an atmosphere of Gargantuan good humour. Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z There was, perhaps, not overmuch intelligence in the ruddy face; but, on the other hand, it wore an unmistakable air of good humour. Under a Charm, Vol. I (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.700Z Women are crazy about that sort of man—with his good looks and good humour and his infernally easy way of obliging a hundred people at once.... The Streets of Ascalon Episodes in the Unfinished Career of Richard Quarren, Esqre. 2011-02-12T03:00:30.987Z But all was good humour, and even good order, in the midst of this confusion. Sketches in Canada, and rambles among the red men 2011-02-10T03:00:51.280Z The good humour engendered by the main spectacle bids you suffer it to run its course. The Niagara River 2011-02-08T03:00:09.703Z Boys treat with good humour that with which they are amused. Here and Hereafter 2011-02-07T03:00:23.580Z He desired more than ever to enter into conversation with his companion, to keep him in good humour; but, seeing him preoccupied, he dared not attempt to interrupt his thoughts. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z His Royal Highness was in rare good humour, for he was winning prodigiously. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z "And our boys are here at last!" said the Professor, in apparently high good humour. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z Even Henry Lindsey was in high good humour; for Louisa had that morning bestowed on him two smiles for each one she had vouchsafed Sir James. Dilemmas of Pride, (Vol 2 of 3) 2011-01-26T03:00:28.110Z Louisa and Henry Lyndsey soon began to experience the inconveniences of poverty; yet, when both happened to be in good humour, they could still think love better than riches. Dilemmas of Pride, (Vol 3 of 3) 2011-01-26T03:00:26.590Z M. von Kassewitz drew himself up, waited a second, then playing his part and affecting good humour, which perhaps he did not feel, he greeted Lucienne, who had blushed, and was smiling. The Children of Alsace Les Oberl?s 2011-01-16T03:00:19.697Z "As you see," Egon replied, curtly, his good humour all gone. Quicksands 2011-01-15T03:00:33.213Z "Yes," replied the Professor, laconically, his good humour all gone. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z "Or somebody else," suggested the Lieutenant, and amidst a burst of laughter Miss Fitzgerald regained her good humour. Parlous Times A Novel of Modern Diplomacy 2011-01-13T03:01:14.887Z The fish and the birds he dressed with heated stones, after the manner of his country; and performed the operation with a dexterity and good humour which were greatly to his credit. 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 They an amorphous group whose largely excellent behaviour and good humour has now convinced many sceptics that they have brought only credit to English cricket. England triumph in Sydney 2011-01-07T01:12:19Z Every year, it seems to me, they have been losing more and more of their care-free good humour. Following the Color Line an account of Negro citizenship in the American democracy 2011-01-06T03:00:45.737Z This respect for his advice increased his good humour. Sentimental Education Vol 1 2011-01-04T03:01:07.467Z Mr. Riddle was the life and soul of the party, and his irresistible mirth and good humour put every one at his ease. Parlous Times A Novel of Modern Diplomacy 2011-01-13T03:01:14.887Z Will's return was marked by a happier frame of mind and a corresponding good humour. My Actor-Husband A true story of American stage life 2011-01-03T03:01:07.697Z Soon, however, Molly's aunt recovered her good humour, and all passed off with a hearty laugh. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume II 2011-01-03T03:01:05.750Z |
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