| 单词 | irresolution |
| 例句 | He looked then for weakness in her face, for fear or irresolution, and there was none. The Pearl 1947-01-01T00:00:00Z The vagueness and irresolution in this episode could be taken as a warning, reminding us that endings can take longer to play out than we might expect — or hope. ‘The Leftovers’ Season 3, Episode 6: The End Is Near 2017-05-21T04:00:00Z Others may be satisfied with this one’s evanescence, its haunting irresolution a reminder of our fleeting time on Earth. Review | Amy Bonnaffons’s ‘The Regrets’ puts an otherworldly spin on the breakup novel 2020-02-11T05:00:00Z But the irresolution felt good enough for now. Music Review: Ambrose Akinmusire at Jazz Standard 2010-06-27T21:24:00Z And given the continuing story of Mr. Threadgill’s career, it felt only appropriate that the evening’s finale ended in irresolution, with no punctuation mark beyond the applause. Henry Threadgill Festival at Harlem Stage 2014-09-28T04:00:00Z I think with a good story you have a question in the back of your mind and the storyteller knows how to create an irresolution or imbalance that you are waiting to experience. Amazon's "Vast of Night" is a Richard Linklater, sci-fi, "All the President's Men" thriller mash-up 2020-05-29T04:00:00Z These pieces share an unspoken emphasis on swinging rhythm and sly harmonic irresolution, as if to recall the earliest blush of free improvisation in the early 1960s. New Music: Kid Rock’s ‘Rebel Soul,’ and Alicia Keys’s ‘Girl on Fire’ 2012-11-26T23:07:45Z “Higher Ground” ends on a daring note of irresolution. | 'Higher Ground': ?Higher Ground,? Directed by and Starring Vera Farmiga 2011-08-25T22:13:02Z Listeners to Sale’s show are familiar with questions like these, questions that lock on to moments of unease, irresolution or tenderness that we don’t always put into words. The Calm Voice Asking Thorny Questions in ‘Death, Sex & Money’ 2020-08-02T04:00:00Z I guess the irresolution was the point, but Billie shows up in Atlantic City afterward. Boardwalk Empire Watch: Everyone Has a Breaking Point 2012-11-05T13:00:37Z He winds the conversation back to O.J., and to the cultural irresolution that continues to preoccupy him. Meet the man who has finally explained O.J. Simpson to the world 2016-06-10T04:00:00Z In general, Ms. Harris’s work is full of irresolution. Review: Julianna Barwick, Vaguely Renaissance and Very Now 2016-05-04T04:00:00Z “Half the Battle,” featuring Mr. Rosenwinkel, is a shadow-realm prowl suspenseful in its harmonic irresolution, an excellent disquisition on the dark grandeur of the unknown. The Playlist: Bruno Mars Gives His Funk a Flashy Makeover 2016-10-07T04:00:00Z A complex work, “Broken Embraces” records Almodóvar’s leap into his late style, that fractious realm of irresolution, contradiction and uneasy accommodation. The 5 essential Pedro Almodóvar movies to watch on your way to ‘Pain and Glory’ 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z In the Sixth, the strings hover in gorgeous irresolution. Making Sibelius modern with Esa-Pekka Salonen 2017-04-07T04:00:00Z Sopranos’ ultimate silence—and don’t forget, Chase originally wantedthree full minutes of nothingness between the diner and the closing credits—is irresolution itself. Stop trying to “solve” TV shows! 2014-08-29T04:00:00Z And its finale, unsurprisingly, offers bittersweet catharses for the Australian authority figures and sentimental irresolution for the detainees. Review: In ‘Stateless’ on Netflix, Cate Blanchett (and Immigration) 2020-07-07T04:00:00Z But best of all it contains the feeling of irresolution, and a version of the sigh. Morrissey Releases ‘World Peace Is None of Your Business’ 2014-07-09T04:00:00Z Any kind of complexity or irresolution is beyond it. And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini – review 2013-05-23T08:00:02Z Intertwining those archival noises with electronic keyboards and instrumental lines, he has fabricated a citywide portrait of beautiful irresolution. Reconstructing Kyiv, One Synth Wave at a Time 2023-03-21T04:00:00Z Both are slow and open-ended, their irresolution suggesting a cinematic expanse. To Make the Messthetics, Mix a Reunion With One Virtuosic Newcomer 2018-03-20T04:00:00Z The irresolution that haunts the Crimmins case has made it reliable fodder for TV movies and books, most famously the 1975 novel that launched Mary Higgins Clark’s career, “Where Are the Children?” Still unsolved, a child-murder case inspires a gripping new novel 2017-01-15T05:00:00Z All the while, an air of intensity and irresolution hangs over Frances and Bobbi’s relationship. In ‘Conversations With Friends,’ It’s Complicated 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z It was that the play had not reached its natural end and I was left with a feeling of irresolution. All's well if the play ends well | Mark Fisher 2010-03-29T14:48:00Z McLean refuses to satisfy our desire for narrative completion with a third-act reunion, leaving us instead with the taste of guilt and irresolution. Any Given Day 2010-06-03T22:01:00Z Mr. Richter, even as his auction prices have reached Alpine elevations, has never been certain — and this beautiful valediction, with 60 years of work, affirms the artistic and moral force of his irresolution and skepticism. The Sublime Farewell of Gerhard Richter, Master of Doubt 2020-03-05T05:00:00Z The film falls somewhere between slight and satisfying in its ultimate irresolution. ‘May in the Summer’ Is a Multicultural Romance 2014-08-21T04:00:00Z Perhaps, but the ugly optics of the United States abandoning its ally in Kabul might have reinforced Russian President Vladimir Putin’s intentions to attack Ukraine and signaled irresolution to Beijing. Opinion | Biden should share, not shift, blame for the Kabul debacle 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z Declaring an uneasy truce with irresolution, she is aware that she’ll never know X, “as if we could ever say for certain where she ended and where the world began.” Review | ‘Biography of X’ is a brilliant novel that remixes art and history 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z No one can say how long that period might be in Putin’s case, but displays of irresolution from members of Congress probably won’t help shorten it. Opinion | Putin is in Ukraine for the long haul. We must be, too. 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z With irresolution swirling around the economy and the pandemic recovery, mortgage rates barely budged. Mortgage rates stuck in neutral amid economic uncertainty 2021-02-11T05:00:00Z One of the things I love most about short stories is their ambiguity and irresolution – the opposite of comfort. Short and sweet: the best stories to read right now 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z During the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, religious music rarely used the tritone because it created a sense of unease and irresolution rather than majesty or awe. Why is the 'Unsolved Mysteries' theme song so creepy? We asked the experts 2020-07-03T04:00:00Z Investors are anxious about the continuing irresolution of the U.S.-China trade dispute. Mortgage rates extend decline, sinking to 16-month lows 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z The Russia story is more like Beckett—a mystifying tragicomedy that may drift into irresolution. Roger Stone’s and Jerome Corsi’s Time in the Barrel 2019-02-11T05:00:00Z ‘You cannot exaggerate the intensity of man’s inner irresolution and craving for authority,” Freud told a congress of psychoanalysts in 1910. Analyse this: what Freud can teach us about Trumpism 2018-10-12T04:00:00Z Instead, they intensify the irresolution at the heart of his art, whose taut compositions amplify their indecipherability. The sculptural riddles of Vincent Fecteau: What, exactly, do you see? 2018-08-11T04:00:00Z "There must be no irresolution about working to consolidate and develop the public sector," said Xi in a nationally televised address. China's Conflicting Goals Fall Under the Spotlight at Party Congress 2017-10-19T04:00:00Z The movie may, in the end, frustrate your desire for straight-up thrills and clear answers, but its irresolution is masterful — sincere, generous and entirely appropriate to the deeply searching story it has to tell.” Indie Focus: Adventuring with 'The Lost City of Z,' 'A Woman, A Part' and Locarno in Los Angeles 2017-04-16T04:00:00Z President Trump says the attack "crosses many, many lines" and was a consequence of Obama's "weakness and irresolution." Highlights of the U.S.-led campaign in Iraq and Syria 2017-04-06T04:00:00Z “These heinous actions by the Bashar al-Assad regime are a consequence of the past administration’s weakness and irresolution,” Trump declared in the second sentence of a brief written statement. A weak and paranoid president leads rapidly to a weak and paranoid government 2017-04-06T04:00:00Z Assad’s “heinous actions,” Trump said in a statement Tuesday after the attack, were a direct consequence of Obama’s “weakness and irresolution.” Trump and his ‘America First’ philosophy face first moral quandary in Syria 2017-04-05T04:00:00Z “These heinous actions by the Bashar al-Assad regime are a consequence of the past administration’s weakness and irresolution,” Trump said in a statement. Suspected chemical attack in Syria puts focus on Trump policy 2017-04-04T04:00:00Z He also described the attack as a “consequence of the past Administration’s weakness and irresolution.” Trump’s Moment of Terrible Truth in Syria 2017-04-04T04:00:00Z Divided party government under this toxic brew is a recipe for willful obstruction and policy irresolution. End the Republican Reign 2016-10-26T04:00:00Z "Enemies of this country have been emboldened, sensing weakness and irresolution in Washington and opportunities for aggression at our expense and that of other freedom-loving nations," the letter's authors wrote. 88 Generals, Admirals Pen Support for Trump 2016-09-06T04:00:00Z Though that’s one of the great tragedies of literary history, it’s also strangely apt, as it captures the endless irresolution of her desires. Heartbroken? Here’s a reading list to wallow in this Valentine’s Day. 2016-02-12T05:00:00Z But Israelis saw irresolution: If Mr. Obama would not keep his word to punish Syria, they feared he would not use force to stop Iran from gaining a nuclear bomb if necessary. Obama and Netanyahu: A Story of Slights and Crossed Signals 2015-11-08T05:00:00Z “But his simple ambition and use of brute force trump the Obama administration’s high-mindedness and irresolution.” Vladimir Putin keeps tumultuous world guessing 2015-10-04T04:00:00Z According to several officials close to the Kremlin, Mr. Medvedev’s dangerous irresolution was a decisive factor in Mr. Putin’s decision to return to the presidency, which he announced six months later. In Putin’s Syria Intervention, Fear of a Weak Government Hand 2015-10-04T04:00:00Z He found insufficient support among lawmakers, in part because his irresolution gave them no reason for confidence. The Null Strategy 2015-10-01T04:00:00Z For all the gnawing irresolution, there was one clear explanation. Where the Bodies Are Buried 2015-03-09T04:00:00Z Many Russians, including Mr. Nemtsov, have tried to point out that such irresolution encourages Mr. Putin to escalate his campaign to forcibly overturn the post-Cold-War order in Europe. Thousands defy Putin in Moscow 2015-03-02T05:00:00Z But that is just the problem, as Sir Thomas Percival, a British doctor wrote in 1803: “Solicitude obscures the judgment, and is accompanied with timidity and irresolution.” Too Close to a Patient for Comfort 2015-01-19T05:00:00Z Something to ponder as you contemplate your own New Year’s irresolution. Keeping the Pentagon's Challenges in Perspective 2014-12-28T05:00:00Z One is left, then, with the dull, dispiriting irresolution that is so often the residue of a story you want to be untrue and fear is not. Bill Cosby, serial rapist? That’s a lot to forgive 2014-11-23T05:00:00Z Continuing irresolution Mar 23rd 2013 | | ORDINARILY, merely keeping the federal government from shutting down would not be cause for congressional self-congratulation. Averting a shutdown: Continuing irresolution 2013-03-21T16:02:19Z But now she paused and pondered: in solitude and in silence, she gave way to bitter thought; but it was not with the weak and wavering irresolution of a feeble mind. Agincourt The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX 2012-04-25T02:01:07.457Z Lewis stood in irresolution; his terror for the fate of Henry Arkell was strong upon him. Mildred Arkell, Volume II (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-06T02:00:29.933Z One principal cause of his irresolution was an anxiety to do what was right. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z There has indeed been in this city the appearance of feebleness and irresolution, but it has stood its ground. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution (Volume VI) 2012-04-03T02:00:34.180Z The young man stood aside to let them pass, with a certain awkwardness and irresolution, for their road was the same as his own. Mitchelhurst Place, Vol. I (of 2) A Novel 2012-04-03T02:00:33.630Z Upon the assassination of Domitian, when the legions hesitated to give their allegiance to Nerva, the eloquence of Dion Chrysostom overcame their irresolution. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 1 of 2) 2012-03-28T02:00:20.770Z Protesilaus, a brave chief, seeing his comrades’ irresolution, and animated by a spirit of self-sacrifice, sprang boldly ashore, and perished, slain by the enemy, as soon as his foot had touched the foreign soil. Myths of Greece and Rome Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art 2012-03-27T02:00:24.357Z Faith is seen and as irresolution and doubt take their flight, confident trust and cherished conviction appear in magnetic power. The Optimist's Good Morning 2012-03-15T02:00:23.453Z For the first time she showed signs of irresolution, and her eyes filled with tears. True Tales of Arctic Heroism in the New World 2012-03-13T02:00:24.640Z Harding lingered, and after an instant of irresolution she left him to a world which had resumed its ordinary course. Mitchelhurst Place, Vol. I (of 2) A Novel 2012-04-03T02:00:33.630Z Raised a head and shoulders above the throng, and glancing at it askance from time to time with scarcely disguised apprehension, they wore an air of irresolution it was impossible to mistake. My Lady Rotha A Romance 2012-02-27T03:00:10.983Z Even within its borders freedom of opinion must awaken slowly; the nation strong enough to suffer irresolutions in its outward policy has yet to appear. Science and Medieval Thought The Harveian Oration Delivered Before the Royal College of Physicians, October 18, 1900 2012-02-22T03:00:23.620Z She bowed her head gravely at the "bitter regret," at the "unguarded moment," at the "fatal irresolution"—Andy's memory held fast to the phrases, but refused to weld them into one of Harry's shapely periods. Second String 2012-02-11T03:03:54.390Z The accidents of dress, or manner, or time, or race, the incidents of action, are forgotten as revenge, jealousy, irresolution, and lust seize their splendid prey. Tragedy 2012-01-31T03:00:19.343Z For some seconds he stood there in an agony of irresolution, his heart dragging him both ways. Hoof and Claw 2012-01-28T03:00:27.507Z Remembering what she had said on the landing about my irresolution, I felt my shame doubled. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z His men lost all courage when they saw his irresolution. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z On "fatal irresolution" he came to a full stop. Second String 2012-02-11T03:03:54.390Z The revenge is delayed by hesitation on the part of Hieronimo, who finds his task a difficult one and requires much proof and superabundant deliberation to spur his irresolution into activity. Tragedy 2012-01-31T03:00:19.343Z But he was of dogged temper, and he showed no outward sign of his irresolution. Hoof and Claw 2012-01-28T03:00:27.507Z The lesson which he teaches is the need of conquering all weakness, sloth, and irresolution in life. The Roman Poets of the Republic 2012-01-15T03:00:14.187Z He will only laugh at you if he succeed in making you fall into weakness and irresolution. Light and Peace Instructions for devout souls to dispel their doubts and allay their fears 2011-12-22T03:00:27.660Z It unnerved his resolution, and uncertainty and irresolution were terrific strains on a man of action and precision. What Will People Say? A novel 2011-12-17T03:00:18.490Z Cannes Feb. 16, 1881 Your kindness to B—— is like nothing but yourself—not only for procuring him his innings so opportunely, but for interpreting so generously his perplexity and irresolution. Letters of Lord Acton To Mary, Daughter of the Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone 2011-12-06T03:00:20.687Z He was inclined to turn and fly back to the shelter of Old Bald Face, but, after a moment's irresolution, his stout heart arose to the magnitude of the peril. Hoof and Claw 2012-01-28T03:00:27.507Z In a state of irresolution he crossed the road as far as an island in the middle. The Sailor 2011-12-03T03:00:11.697Z The announcement of the hour moved her to fresh irresolution. A Second Coming 2011-11-29T03:00:16.693Z I had, however, scarcely resumed my journey before he hailed me, and when I checked my horse he rode back in my direction with resolve and irresolution mingled in his face. The Mistress of Bonaventure 2011-11-28T03:00:22.190Z There was doubt, trouble, irresolution in her face; and now, when she spoke, her voice had a weary, almost plaintive note. An Ambitious Woman A Novel 2011-11-23T03:00:54.137Z "Good night, Wentworth," he said cordially, after an instant of irresolution. The Heatherford Fortune a sequel to the Magic Cameo 2011-11-15T03:00:18.930Z She had been unable to effect a radical change in him, to convert weakness and irresolution into strength and decision; and he had been quite ready to have anything of that sort done for him. Diana Tempest, Volume I (of 3) 2011-11-12T03:00:36.223Z But with this softness there was neither irresolution nor feebleness.... The Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume II (of 2) 2011-11-10T03:00:10.110Z Argentine writers are divided in their opinion of Urquiza's real abilities, and many think that ignorance and irresolution, rather than a lofty patriotism, caused his moderation after his victory over Rosas. The South American Republics Part I of II 2011-11-06T02:00:14.827Z "TREASONS, STRATAGEMS, AND SPOILS" But as Masters walked homeward his irresolution disappeared. The Woman Who Vowed The Demetrian 2011-10-24T02:00:18.500Z I have no irresolution, no wavering, nor shall any engaged with us be shaken by my apprehension. Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason 2011-10-15T02:00:27.517Z Hope succeeded to despair, cheerfulness to gloom, and firmness to irresolution. The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. I. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England; to which is added a Sketch of Paine by William Cobbett 2011-10-12T02:00:38.787Z He had no sympathy with irresolution of any sort, and no patience with unstable moral knees. A Man of Honor 2011-10-02T02:00:16.927Z He found in Paganism a feebleness, an irresolution, an indifference, an utter absence of self-sacrifice, which contrasted strangely with his own devoted enthusiasm. Sermons 2011-09-26T02:00:27.830Z He held back, with an air of irresolution, till Mrs Ireton, to whom he distantly bowed, was seated; and then, suddenly springing forward, offered his hand to her depressed and neglected dependent. The Wanderer (Volume 4 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:32.663Z Plan after plan was proposed, and, as soon as proposed, rejected; and they seemed influenced only by alarm and irresolution. Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason 2011-10-15T02:00:27.517Z During this instant,—it was scarcely more,—of irresolution, the landlady alighted, and the chaise was driven abruptly from the door. The Wanderer (Volume 5 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:29.433Z They advanced to the window, with what I will call, if the phrase may be allowed, a precipitate irresolution,—dreading to find what they sought. Four Years in France or, Narrative of an English Family's Residence there during that Period; Preceded by some Account of the Conversion of the Author to the Catholic Faith 2011-09-09T02:00:59.237Z At that Nina came down the two mossy steps and looked at him with curious irresolution, her hand pressed against her lips. The Tigress 2011-08-30T02:00:39.657Z The Englishman had less of that assurance of a unique favour which was so completely bestowed that irresolution never shook the aplomb of its lucky inheritors. The Sea and the Jungle 2011-08-30T02:00:30.350Z Noticing his irresolution, Doctor Dee said, “You may yet retire if you think proper.” Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason 2011-10-15T02:00:27.517Z Actually freezing with terror, and scarce knowing what he did, the man turned and ran down the passage, wringing his hands in the extremity of horror and irresolution. In a Glass Darkly, v. 1/3 2011-08-25T02:00:34.247Z The rush of the engine seemed too slow for the wild desire that succeeded to her irresolution. Norston's Rest 2011-08-24T02:00:23.833Z Wyndham rose as he spoke—he looked determined, all trace of weakness or irresolution left his face. A Life For a Love A Novel 2011-08-18T02:00:24.323Z One must above all give heartily, without hesitation ... after a refusal nothing so hard as irresolution.... Elements of Morals With Special Application of the Moral Law to the Duties of the Individual and of Society and the State 2011-08-10T02:00:16.913Z I will absolve you from your oath; and, enjoining you only to strictest secrecy, will pray you to depart at once, lest your irresolution should be communicated to the others.” Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason 2011-10-15T02:00:27.517Z It was followed by no faltering, no irresolution, no shrinking from toil, however laborious, or however wearing to the physical frame or to the mental powers. Biography of Rev. Hosea Ballou 2011-08-04T02:00:22.900Z What, after all, is there in the fact of natural death that should breed irresolution, rob us of courage, or fill us with fear? A Grammar of Freethought 2011-07-30T02:00:13.083Z In place of confidence and courage and high aspirations, you set out on your journey with the millstone of doubt and irresolution around your neck. Think A Book for To-day 2011-07-27T02:00:35.180Z He walked about the room in a state of irresolution. The Chief Justice A Novel 2011-07-27T02:00:28.873Z No doubt Andrew had told Jesus the name of his brother, and also that he was going to fetch him; possibly, likewise, he had referred to his impulsive, wayward character, his instability and irresolution. The Making of an Apostle 2011-07-26T02:00:19.187Z There was too little doing of brave deeds and too much flabby irresolution and orthodox laziness. Religion and the War 2011-07-18T02:00:22.307Z So between idleness, irresolution, and the lure of womanly wiles not weakened in witchery, in a latter day and a newer world, Lance Trevanion finally decided to go to Balooka. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z He had no irresolution—no moment of hesitation—he only thought and suffered in that single instant preceding action. The Coward A Novel of Society and the Field in 1863 2011-07-08T02:00:16.223Z The girl stands in a state of strange irresolution, her heart beating like a hammer. Dorrien of Cranston 2011-07-07T02:00:31.540Z Conscious though she was that her wrath was righteous, she experienced an instant of irresolution, of yielding and pity excited by the almost dog-like appeal in his eyes. Linda Lee, Incorporated A Novel 2011-06-19T02:00:18.633Z The key of the casket was a tiny thing, at which she looked for an instant in irresolution that ended in her raising the window, and flinging it far into the garden. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z Strong and unbending in matters of need and pressure, a certain indolence, an occasional tendency to irresolution, formed a portion of his character which often delayed prompt action and permitted opportunity to pass by. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z Harry, in his “simple” way, misinterpreted this irresolution. The Best Policy 2011-06-13T02:00:32.860Z Was her intolerance of the slightest hesitation, in matters of no account, a life's reaction from a fatal irresolution in some crisis of her own career? Peccavi 2011-05-17T02:00:22.620Z Was it from timidity, or doubt, or irresolution? Trevethlan (Vol 3 of 3) A Cornish Story. 2011-05-17T02:00:19.780Z Mental degeneration, Degeneration of Napoleon. too, betrayed itself in an unwonted irresolution. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z But there was a hesitancy, irresolution, and lack of force depicted in his countenance, and a wariness and suspicion about his small, shrinking grey eyes, that were the reverse of reassuring. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z I remembered my vow about the one companion and suddenly felt a strange, sickly feeling of irresolution. The Lure of the Camera 2011-04-27T02:00:25.413Z I knew it by the trembling of her arm, that spoke irresolution. The Finger of Fate A Romance 2011-04-21T02:00:43.830Z The young man stood on the sidewalk, in the momentary irresolution of the stranger. The Bail Jumper 2011-04-16T02:00:19.103Z After a moment of irresolution, I leaped upon the frozen surface, and began to run towards the bank of the river. Tales from Blackwood Volume 9 2011-04-15T02:00:18.057Z "Leave me here and call as you return," he said, and then, with characteristic irresolution, he added, "No, take me with you." She's All the World to Me 2011-04-09T02:00:16.923Z The former, indeed, in the third satire of his second book, where he has given a picture of the irresolution of lovers, has copied part of the dialogue introduced near the commencement of the Eunuchus. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume I 2011-04-03T02:00:22.843Z The spectators beheld his irresolution with hearts throbbing apprehensively. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z A shout from Gasbang, who was observing him from the steamer's deck, made Darrell look up quickly, ashamed of having betrayed his irresolution. The Squatter and the Don 2011-03-27T02:00:13.400Z Provision against prospective dangers and ills, without hesitation or irresolution. Life of Heber C. Kimball, an Apostle The Father and Founder of the British Mission 2011-02-21T03:00:08.060Z The irresolution of the commander seemed to proceed from fear: the populace were unmoved by the appearance of the soldiers, and continued their attacks on the house. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z A painful irresolution seemed to possess her; but, recovering it, she turned the handle and entered. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:20.520Z It was not till the horseman had sprung into the saddle, turned his back upon the mansion, and was riding away, that Scarthe recovered from his irresolution. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Elizabeth, inheriting a large share of the bold and bluff King Harry's temperament, was haughty, arrogant, coarse and irascible; while with these fiercer qualities she mingled deep dissimulation and strange irresolution. The Century of Columbus 2011-01-29T03:00:17.380Z After a moment of irresolution he followed and caught the valet up. The Rustle of Silk 2011-01-27T03:00:44.390Z Whilst within these wretched walls, grief, fear, anguish, and rage prevailed, in the Tribunal of Provision, shame, astonishment, and irresolution were equally apparent. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z The strange revelation of Richmond gave her a sort of dread of him, and after a moment's irresolution, she turned and walked back. The Actress' Daughter A Novel 2011-01-23T03:00:14.117Z He saw irresolution flash across the Mexican’s face, saw his finger leave the trigger, his right arm tremble, and drop to his side. The Delafield Affair 2011-01-19T03:00:21.497Z At the moment of binding his life to his cousin's, Nomino� was constrained to wrestle for a last time with his irresolution. The Blacksmith's Hammer, or The Peasant Code A Tale of the Grand Monarch 2011-01-18T03:00:14.120Z Mr. Kishlaki, too, seemed relieved when he understood that there was a means of saving Viola's life; but he soon fell back into his characteristic irresolution. The Village Notary 2011-01-03T03:00:57.863Z Such reflections kept Don Roderick many days in a state of painful irresolution: he received, in the meanwhile, a letter from his cousin, informing him that the intrigue was prospering. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z Otto was apparently annoyed at something, but Bertram saw well enough that this appearance of annoyance was but assumed to hide his irresolution. Quisisana, or Rest at Last 2010-12-29T03:00:30.857Z For three minutes Carrados picked his unerring way among the furniture as he paced the room silently but with irresolution in his face. Max Carrados 2010-12-24T03:00:32.117Z Your average woman shopping is the epitome of irresolution, or so it seems to the man. The Idyl of Twin Fires But Morice was facing him squarely, and there were no signs of irresolution round the corners of his mouth now. A Blot on the Scutcheon Harry smiled faintly, as he thought of his irresolution, and the way in which he had held back; and then he answered, calmly— “Yes, Sir Francis; I made perfectly sure.” A Little World When he left the house, the light of purpose was in his eyes, although, had a close observer seen him, that observer would have said that there was also much doubt and irresolution. The Man Who Rose Again Wenceslas on the occasion of these disputes displayed the weakness and irresolution that always characterized him, but Queen Sophia openly favoured the cause of Huss, who for some time was her confessor. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 2 "Bohemia" to "Borgia, Francis" "What is the matter?" asked the Duke of Rinaldo, who stood before him with down-cast eyes, and an appearance of irresolution and discouragement. Barbarossa; An Historical Novel of the XII Century. A halt, a pause, whether of irresolution or of doubt, of indecision or of shame, came like a falling and restraining hand upon all this lately demoniacal assemblage. The Broken Gate A Novel But there is something besides moderation to be read in your face--coldness, irresolution, disinclination. The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing Miss Sara Sampson, Philotas, Emilia Galotti, Nathan the Wise Fortunately he was conscious of his obstinacy, his irresolution and his indolence. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" He paused and gave way to a momentary struggle, but that over, he set his lips firmly together and the last vestige of irresolution vanished. The Sword of Damocles A Story of New York Life Jenny twisted his letter in her hands with an air of irresolution, almost of shrinking. The Great Miss Driver Elizabeth, inheriting a large share of the bold and bluff King Harry’s temperament, was haughty, arrogant, coarse, and irascible, while with these fiercer qualities she mingled deep dissimulation and strange irresolution. Lives of Celebrated Women The Pope, sick of the irresolutions and mutual animosities of the great Catholic Powers, had determined to act for himself. The Divorce of Catherine of Aragon The Story as Told by the Imperial Ambassadors Resident at the Court of Henry VIII Obstinacy and irresolution were fairly balanced, the former generally bearing upon ends, the latter upon means. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" That which, to some persons, appeared moderation in you at first, was not produced by any real virtue of your own, but by a contrast of passions, dividing and holding you in perpetual irresolution. Junius Unmasked or, Thomas Paine the author of the Letters of Junius and the Declaration of Independence There was no one in the lower hall and, after an instant of irresolution and a glance into the empty drawing-room, he turned into the small room at the opposite side of the hall. The Indian Drum Ever since De La Salle protested Ehrich, the delegates from the various schools to the I.S.A.A. have dodged around the question to be decided by them, and have adopted a policy of irresolution and delay. Harper's Round Table, July 2, 1895 Clement was being dragged along against his will, and was still “facing both ways” in honest or dishonest irresolution. The Divorce of Catherine of Aragon The Story as Told by the Imperial Ambassadors Resident at the Court of Henry VIII A youth spent in isolation and reverie, is almost certain to lead to a manhood of irresolution. Trevethlan: Volume 1 A Cornish Story. Under these opposite influences he remained in a state of dangerous irresolution. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 They tell me that we are weak; but shall we gather strength by irresolution? History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia There was no irresolution now about his change of front. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion That he should now hesitate for an instant was natural and inevitable; but the irresolution, if real, did not last. The Divorce of Catherine of Aragon The Story as Told by the Imperial Ambassadors Resident at the Court of Henry VIII His wavering irresolution made him fretful, and almost morose. Trevethlan: Volume 1 A Cornish Story. It was evident that he laboured under some irresolution that he could not master. Gerald Fitzgerald The Chevalier I could not answer to myself for destroying the welfare of a youth, whom I would so willingly have made happy by my faithful love, by my irresolution. Tales from the German. Volume I. Arwed Gyllenstierna She looked at him with embarrassment and irresolution. Tales from the German. Volume II. The Lichtensteins, The Sorceress, The Anabaptist No sense of irresolution or horror appeared to exist in the bosoms of those parents, who deliberately resolved on the deed before the child was born. Oriental Women He turned and looked at her, meeting a smile so full of hope, that his momentary irresolution vanished at once. Trevethlan: Volume 1 A Cornish Story. The sentiments of monarchy and of military honor awoke in him once more, and he sounded with bitterness the whole depth of the abyss into which his irresolution had plunged him. Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty But whatever the cause, it is certain that for persistent straightforwardness in the general, and utter vacillation and irresolution in the particular, the African roads are unique in engineering. Library of the World's Best literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 12 "Then," said the widow decisively, "we ought to begin the New Year by making some irresolutions." The Widow To Say Nothing of the Man Truly if rashness has slain its thousands, irresolution has slain its ten thousands. St. Paul's Epistle to the Ephesians A Practical Exposition His indolence, which had been no less marked at the university than his genius, combined with a fatal irresolution to make it extremely difficult to choose for him a path in life. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 6 "Cockaigne" to "Columbus, Christopher" The secret mission he gives to Mallet du Pan is a fresh proof of the irresolution of his character and his policy. Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty Natural timidity and irresolution no doubt had their influence. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 If this occurs they weaken, the impulse to take the right stand lessens, and irresolution finally becomes the tacit choice of the self-seeking life. Training the Teacher Again the Sergeant's face showed great irresolution, but again his fidelity triumphed, and he answered firmly, "No I won't." Si Klegg, Book 6 (of 6) Si And Shorty, With Their Boy Recruits, Enter On The Atlanta Campaign He bowed, the old Lord seemed as if he wished to embrace him, but the opportunity was lost in irresolution and the stranger was already at the door. The Rebellion in the Cevennes, an Historical Novel Vol. I. But doubts and irresolution checked him; and a misgiving that this was not the most favourable moment for such an experiment; especially as he perceived that he himself was the subject of general conversation. Walladmor: And Now Freely Translated from the German into English. In Two Volumes. Vol. I. For a moment the two young things gazed at each other, in helplessness and irresolution on his side, in resentful questioning on hers. The Girl in the Mirror After much irresolution he refused Caesar’s invitations and resolved to join Pompey’s forces in Greece. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 3 "Chitral" to "Cincinnati" They argue that it indicates irresolution on the part of their leaders. History of Morgan's Cavalry "You can bet he would give you breakfast, or anything else he had, Mr. Stanton," the trusted man of business said heartily, yet with a certain irresolution. The House by the Lock The sweat stood on the forehead of Rounders in drops as it had on that of Brinton when Rounders saw him on the night of his irresolution. The Galaxy, Volume 23, No. 2, February, 1877 But the solicitude of friends and the fate of Somerville, a neighbour and a poet, often compelled Shenstone to start amidst his reveries; and thus he has preserved his feelings and his irresolutions. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 Outside old Mrs. Picture's door comes a moment of irresolution, but she quashes it and goes on. When Ghost Meets Ghost What then was this irresolution but the vacillations of a mind broken and confounded? Calamities and Quarrels of Authors The Huguenot ministers whose advice he first asked, seeing his irresolution, were the more decided in opposing any terms that did not expressly recognize the Edict of January. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 He was holding the slender cane one knew so well like a weapon of defense, as if ready to make a resolute slash with it to vindicate his irresolution. Aurora the Magnificent Having opened the theme which alone, of all themes, shall transform his irresolution into action, he will, Hamlet like, “fight upon this theme until” his “eyelids will no longer wag.” The Continental Dragoon A Love Story of Philipse Manor-House in 1778 It was irresolution that made “Hamlet” a five-act play, and only a Shakespeare could have kept him endurable. The Cup of Fury A Novel of Cities and Shipyards But “his great fault,” says Johnson, “was his irresolution; or the frequent calls of immediate necessity broke his schemes, and suffered him to pursue no settled purpose.” Calamities and Quarrels of Authors The irresolution in Ogilvie’s face took something from its character, and seemed to lower the man’s whole nature. Daddy's Girl This proceeding, we are told, originated more in irresolution and indecision than from a spirit of hostility; but it undoubtedly furnished a fair and justifiable pretext for Nadir's advance. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 In this state of irresolution Gomez Arias remained for some time. Gómez Arias Or, The Moors of the Alpujarras, A Spanish Historical Romance. She was in another of her irresolute states, and irresolution is the most disappointing of all the moods to the irresolute ones and all the neighbors. The Cup of Fury A Novel of Cities and Shipyards He was projecting works of labour, and creating productions of taste; and he has been reproached for irresolution, and even for indolence. Calamities and Quarrels of Authors It is not certain whether his irresolution arose from the annoyance of importunate debtors, or from an original infirmity of mind, or from these causes united. The Poetical Works of William Collins With a Memoir Pressing through the white-draped ranks of the young fir-trees, he came out suddenly upon the edge of the pond, and halted an instant in irresolution. The House in the Water A Book of Animal Stories And for just those few seconds there was a certain unsteadiness in his attitude, irresolution in the black eyes beneath their bushy brows. The Heart of Thunder Mountain I was irresolution personified, and I’m paying for it. The Cup of Fury A Novel of Cities and Shipyards All irresolution passed out of Sile's mind as he rode forward, for he felt that he had behaved rightly, and had done nothing for which he could blame himself. Two Arrows A Story of Red and White Kilpatrick who, at the start, was bold and confident, at the last when quick resolution was indispensable, appeared to be overcome with a strange and fatal irresolution. Personal Recollections of a Cavalryman With Custer's Michigan Cavalry Brigade in the Civil War His left arm hung down over his left knee, and the look on his face was one of reflection and irresolution rather than of action and decision. Nan of Music Mountain It was she who rescued him from irresolution. The Heart of Thunder Mountain After a few moments' irresolution—whether to stand or proceed—he decided that the sooner he was within walls the better. The Spanish Jade But the queen was timid by nature, and the successive ministers she had, had private causes for their irresolution. Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges She knew subtly that she could have overcome that irresolution. . . . The Innocent Adventuress There was great irresolution in coming to a decision. Pius IX. And His Time Several, afraid of the big-mouthed, flesh-eating fish which infested the estuary at high tide, stayed too close in shore, and paid for their irresolution by being gored savagely. In the Morning of Time One can well imagine that her gallant commander shared Cochrane's indignation at seeing so daring an enterprise shorn of its fruits by the weakness and irresolution of their chief. The Surrender of Napoleon Being the narrative of the surrender of Buonaparte, and of his residence on board H.M.S. Bellerophon, with a detail of the principal events that occurred in that ship between the 24th of May and the 8th of August 1815 One may defer, delay, or postpone a matter intelligently and for good reason; he procrastinates through indolence and irresolution. English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions To remain quietly in your native place is a sign of weakness, of irresolution. A Son of the Middle Border George felt all this, and went out of the room, and returned into it several times, from irresolution and dissatisfaction with himself. Forgotten Tales of Long Ago A spear’s-throw back they had stopped, growling and whining, and swaying their mountainous forms from side to side in angry irresolution. In the Morning of Time When, however, an hour later, another shock of cannon shook his chamber, followed immediately by what sounded to him like a derisive blast of fish-horns, there was no more irresolution left in him. The Rival Campers Ashore The Mystery of the Mill Distressed by irresolution he crossed to the window at last and breathed the cool sweet air of morning as one being a stranger to such a scene at such an hour. Aladdin of London or, Lodestar Over-boldness of expression on the part of advanced sections only increased the timidity and irresolution of action complained of in the administration. Famous Women: George Sand Still his irresolution, timidity, and bewilderment were so great that, before reaching the city, his heart misgave him, and, turning his horse, he galloped with the utmost speed back to Rancy. Louis Philippe Makers of History Series He seemed irresolute as to which course he would take; and this irresolution, so long as it lasted, produced an unpleasant effect upon our young hunters. Bruin The Grand Bear Hunt I staggered forward to a prostrate trunk,—the very one which sheltered my reptile assassin!—and sat down in a state of irresolution and bewilderment. The Quadroon Adventures in the Far West Such unprofitable meditation could breed naught but irresolution and be unnerving to both body and mind; if he were to play the coward now he but invited the fate he feared. The Doomsman On each occasion he experienced a pang of suspense, a fear born of irresolution. Sentimental Education, Volume II The History of a Young Man He stopped short in an agony of irresolution. The Giant's Robe All the forenoon and afternoon Faribole was plunged in the darkest despondency, and when the fatal hour sounded, he was assailed by the irresolutions of the previous day. The Story of a Cat Here was a most ridiculous and unromantic position: she neither dared to advance nor retreat; and she stood grasping a ledge of the rocky wall in an agony of cowardice and irresolution. Flora Lyndsay or, Passages in an Eventful Life Oh, Athalie, Athalie, it would be a shameful day for me and a bitter day for you if my selfishness and irresolution ever swerved you. Athalie She urged the conspirators to do their work, and chided in the strongest terms their irresolution and pusillanimity. Nero Makers of History Series His irresolution prevented him giving strength to any other of the factions, but he constituted a formidable obstacle to all the rest. Political Women, Vol. 1 But reflecting on the unlucky outcome of his interview with Phillida, he gave this up, and after some further irresolution dined at a table by himself in the club. The Faith Doctor A Story of New York There seemed to be some irresolution or uncertainty in the girl's mind; for she hesitated. The Old Helmet, Volume II Custom, habit, acquired and inculcated acquiescence in unanalysed beliefs—these require more than irresolution and a negative disposition to fight them and overcome them. Athalie The fair weather of the 26th was wasted in irresolution, and it was not till the 30th that the fleet was able to weigh anchor. The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837) The calculating and timid palsied their daring counsels by weak irresolution of wicked duplicity. Nuts for Future Historians to Crack I used to feel a certain dislike for what seemed to me irresolution and inactivity in him. The Faith Doctor A Story of New York "Useless," muttered Max, though he stopped and gazed down the road in irresolution. Two Daring Young Patriots or, Outwitting the Huns Seeing the irresolution of the enemy, Wolfe cheered his men to charge. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 2 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History He preferred risking everything rather than acknowledge to his enemies the slightest irresolution. The Two Great Retreats of History He thought himself obliged to acknowledge these marks of zeal by thanks, and to justify the irresolution of his conduct. Eastern Tales by Many Story Tellers When once the drums beat to arms there was an end to irresolution. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 But Ulysses would not be Ulysses, unless he showed the other side too, that of unfaith, weak complaint, and temporary irresolution. Homer's Odyssey A Commentary An accidental circumstance was the cause of his irresolution. A Son of Hagar A Romance of Our Time You didn't mind our going to the breaking-up party before the midsummer holiday,' said Jacinth, trembling a little at the irresolution in her aunt's face. Robin Redbreast A Story for Girls In this irresolution, Miss Melvyn left her friend, but the vent she had given to her grief had greatly calmed her spirits and restored her to the power of reflection. A Description of Millenium Hall And the Country Adjacent Together with the Characters of the Inhabitants and Such Historical Anecdotes and Reflections As May Excite in the Reader Proper Sentiments of Humanity, and Lead the Mind to the Love of Virtue The assemblage of officers for concerting measures of moment, too often deemed the symbol of irresolution in the commander-in-chief. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. And Mr. Dowden, while most ably collating these various kinds and degrees of irresolution, concludes that Hamlet is "disqualified for action by his excess of the reflective faculty." The Contemporary Review, January 1883 Vol 43, No. 1 His irresolution was patent in his face; in his eyes there were both a threat and a watchful fear. The House with the Green Shutters In the eastern provinces of the empire and in Italy the Christians had already been several times persecuted, now with cold-blooded cruelty, now with some slight hesitation and irresolution. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 03 Then irresolution brought him back to the palace, which he found deserted. Historic Tales, Volume 11 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Still, though desperate, it is their only chance, and with not a moment to be wasted in irresolution. The Land of Fire A Tale of Adventure We have two studies of such a state of irresolution, in Macbeth and Brutus. The Contemporary Review, January 1883 Vol 43, No. 1 All irresolution, all doubt, all nervousness had passed away. The Roman Traitor, Vol. 2 There was a quick short flash at times, keen as the falcon's, in the unsteady eye, that told of energy enough within and stirring spirit to prompt daring deeds, the momentary irresolution conquered. The Roman Traitor, Vol. 1 But he showed slackness and irresolution in the pursuit, and failed to reap the full results of his victory. Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima Moreover, though we have freed ourselves from court or from market, we have still the torments of ambition, avarice, irresolution, fear, and unsatisfied desires. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 14 — Philosophy and Economics And then the word "irresolution" leaps forth, and all is explained. The Contemporary Review, January 1883 Vol 43, No. 1 On the other hand the British navy was handled with equal irresolution and blindness in strategy. A History of Sea Power Albuquerque hesitated, when a change in the trade-winds occurred which put an end to his irresolution. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World The Italian admiral was meanwhile wasting time in lengthy correspondence with his Government, and sending it letters which revealed his irresolution and incompetence so plainly that they ought to have led to his immediate supersession. Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima Cowardice, irresolution, ambition, spite, anger, envy, move and work in him as in another man. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 14 — Philosophy and Economics The true centre will be found, I think, by substituting the word "preoccupation" for the word "irresolution." The Contemporary Review, January 1883 Vol 43, No. 1 He moved his fingers in nervous irresolution, and the dollar touched them significantly. Stanford Stories Tales of a Young University It was very evident that she was thinking, but a glance at the face was all that was needed to tell one that this thinking was not due to irresolution or uncertainty of purpose. The Hindered Hand or, The Reign of the Repressionist Vagueness and irresolution reign in his expressions as they do in his thoughts. Critical Miscellanies (Vol. 2 of 3) Essay 4: Joseph de Maistre Sprudell watched him fearfully lest the irresolution he read in his face change to resolve, and urged: “There’s nothing we can do but wait.” The Man from the Bitter Roots He speaks of "the indomitable and ineradicable fallacy of criticism which would find the key-note of Hamlet's character in the quality of irresolution." The Contemporary Review, January 1883 Vol 43, No. 1 "Perhaps this is my Rubicon?" he said, and paused with a moment's irresolution. The Tyranny of the Dark Harley, who was perhaps not quick by nature, became yet more slow by irresolution; 202and was content to hear that dilatoriness lamented as natural, which he applauded in himself as politick. The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes Volume the Eighth: The Lives of the Poets, Volume II But now the cause for which he had fought so heroically in the face of frequent disaster seemed about to be overthrown by Procter's weakness and irresolution. Tecumseh A Chronicle of the Last Great Leader of His People; Vol. 17 of Chronicles of Canada There was an air of irresolution about the Commander. The Hour and the Man, An Historical Romance She was the more determined not to show any sign of submission, because the consciousness of being inwardly shaken made her dread lest she should fall into irresolution. Romola The faintest irresolution or hesitancy would have been fatal. A Tame Surrender, A Story of The Chicago Strike He designed many works; but his great fault was irresolution; or the frequent calls of immediate necessity broke his schemes, and suffered him to pursue no settled purpose. The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes Volume the Eighth: The Lives of the Poets, Volume II But he failed sadly in his duty, whether from stupidity or irresolution, and probably he would not have cared to outlive his degradation. A History of the Four Georges, Volume II His prisoner saw that his hands trembled, and that he walked with some irresolution to the door. The Hour and the Man, An Historical Romance He was a pale-faced boy, with irresolution marked on every lineament of his countenance; the curl of his lip, and a frown marked on his brow, were not pleasant traits. Washed Ashore The Tower of Stormount Bay The diplomatists who censured at one moment her irresolution, her delay, her changes of front, censure at the next her "obstinacy," her iron will, her defiance of what seemed to them inevitable ruin. History of the English People, Volume IV It would probably have been done, but for the king’s irresolution. The Peasant and the Prince I felt a degree of irresolution and disgust at this cool shedding of blood. The Scalp Hunters Stone, in drunken irresolution, uncocked his gun but held it steady. Laramie Holds the Range This prudence, sometimes almost bordering on irresolution, forms the outward rind of his character, and for a while is the only quality which we discover in it. The Life of Friedrich Schiller Comprehending an Examination of His Works There was a reasonableness in this presentation of the case which impressed Thomas as his air of irresolution showed. Other People's Business The Romantic Career of the Practical Miss Dale She admitted that there were alarming differences of advice and opinion among their followers, and spoke of the fatal consequences of the king’s irresolution; but still she hoped that another month would set them free. The Peasant and the Prince It was thus that I was held in irresolution, while my troop was forming for the march. The War Trail The Hunt of the Wild Horse His irresolution springs from uncertainty as to what course he shall pursue. The Death Shot A Story Retold After a moment’s irresolution, Guy laid his hand upon the latch. The Well in the Desert An Old Legend of the House of Arundel He suppressed an oath, and stood with clenched hands, waiting in helpless irresolution. Nell, of Shorne Mills or, One Heart's Burden But "war legislates," and the time had now come when nothing else could break the spell of irresolution and blindness which threatened the Union even more seriously than armed treason itself. Political Recollections 1840 to 1872 By this time the Mexicans had all mounted and faced, towards the unexpected foe, but with evident signs of irresolution in their ranks. The War Trail The Hunt of the Wild Horse The Texan guesses the reason of his irresolution. The Death Shot A Story Retold It opens to us the strange secrets of the irresolution and vacillation which have always characterized the men who have been called upon by fate alone to undertake vast achievements. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 6, No 3, September 1864 Devoted To Literature And National Policy Unhappily, the irresolution into which he now fell led to the loss of a capital opportunity. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 But when every moment was precious, a fatal slowness, and more fatal irresolution hung about the movements of the government. The Reign of Mary Tudor At that moment, a struggle was passing in my own breast, and a feeling of irresolution lay heavy upon me. The War Trail The Hunt of the Wild Horse Justinian summoned Pope Vigilius; and a pitiable example of irresolution he presented when he came. The Church and the Barbarians Being an Outline of the History of the Church from A.D. 461 to A.D. 1003 Moderation, on the contrary, divides and enervates them, because it leaves them to their own irresolution, and allows them leisure, to listen to their interests, their scruples, and their fears. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. I Perhaps the intrusion of a pair of blue eyes into the midst of my cogitations had much to do with my irresolution. The Paternoster Ruby And so the weary tale of irresolution and weakness went on. The Story of the Barbary Corsairs I was roused now, at last, from all irresolution by the very sight of her suffering. The Lady of the Ice A Novel Miss Woodley rose from her seat—she clasped her hands—every look and every gesture proved her alternate resolution and irresolution of proceeding. A Simple Story An expression of irresolution passed over the Indian’s countenance. Adventures in the Far West The look-out from the mast-head of the pirate schooner must have discovered the stranger soon after Paul had seen her, and her appearance must have caused some uncertainty and irresolution on board. Paul Gerrard The Cabin Boy Major Harper shook his head, with a deep-drawn sigh of miserable irresolution. Agatha's Husband A Novel She walked like one bent on some desperate purpose, and that purpose was manifestly too strong and too absorbing to be checked by any thing so feeble as my fitful and uncertain irresolution. The Lady of the Ice A Novel While they paused in gloomy irresolution, gazing sternly on the advancing host, whose arms flashed back the rays of the morning sun, a mist rose up between them and their foes. Deep Down, a Tale of the Cornish Mines His face was pale and drawn with the stress of one called upon for swift decision and terrifically shaken by irresolution. The Tyranny of Weakness It will brace up resolution until one may almost perform miracles, or it may be dissipated in irresolution and inaction until life is a wreck. Architects of Fate or, Steps to Success and Power But his irresolution, if he were left to himself, was likely to be of long duration: and she meditated within herself the means of forcing him to a conclusion one way or the other. Gryll Grange Shakespeare may have undergone all the conflicts of doubt and irresolution represented in "Hamlet"; but in reading "Hamlet" we think, not of Shakespeare's conflicts, but of our own. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 102, April, 1866 It must not, however, be supposed that such language was used to cover any lukewarmness, or irresolution, or tendency towards halfway or temporizing measures. Benjamin Franklin When he draws his sword he must throw the scabbard away, lest in a moment of discouragement and irresolution he be tempted to sheathe it. Pushing to the Front One skilled in perception of a woman's moods could have detected a sense of weakness, or irresolution, or longing in a girl whose nature had not yet been tried by conflicting emotions. The Eagle's Heart For a time there was a strange irresolution in my flight. The Rifle Rangers Fortunately in this moment of uncertainty and irresolution a point of safety appeared to the eye of the shikaree, in the shape of a tree—the only one near the spot. The Cliff Climbers A Sequel to "The Plant Hunters" To judge it now by any appearance of irresolution, or by any seeming deficiency of courage, would be trying it by a standard totally inapplicable and unfair. Twenty Years of Congress, Vol. 1 From Lincoln to Garfield, with a Review of the Events Which Led to the Political Revolution of 1860 There is no habit that so grows on the soul as irresolution. Pushing to the Front He did not notice a man who came up the road and took his stand just behind him, waiting there for a moment in silence and apparent irresolution. Tristram of Blent An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House But it is close upon dinner-time, and I refuse to extend these valuable but parenthetical remarks on the House of Lords one whit farther to please your irresolution.… Brother Copas And she looked at me, as I leaned towards her, as if with reproach, and she stood for a moment, hesitating, and as it were, balanced in the swing of her own beautiful irresolution. The Substance of a Dream He stopped suddenly, as his eyes fell upon Talbot, whose previous irresolution and refusal had been no secret to him. For Love of Country A Story of Land and Sea in the Days of the Revolution Still we agree with Conway as to his estimate of the great mass of cowardice, irresolution, and folly which react on our administration. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 2, No 3, September, 1862 Devoted to Literature and National Policy. This sudden pinning of her irresolution almost took Lady Alicia’s breath away. The Lunatic at Large His hand hovered, clenched, above the money in a panic of irresolution; then, as if with an involuntary relax of nerves, opened and let fall one last piece of gold. The Coast of Chance And as she stood, looking at me with irresolution, I stretched my hands towards her, absolutely senseless, and not knowing what I did. The Substance of a Dream The irresolution was gone from his expression now, and the two determined faces—one full of pity, the other of apprehension—confronted each other. For Love of Country A Story of Land and Sea in the Days of the Revolution The Germans quickly benefited by this irresolution, for they commenced to push forward from house to house along the Calonne road, until Baquerolle Farm was in danger of being taken in its rear. The Story of the 2/4th Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry As they entered the meadow he paused and264 said with humorous irresolution, "I don't know what I am out here for." Wayside Courtships When the Southern States were on the eve of secession and the temper of the country was on trial, he had, though with honest intentions, shown signs of irresolution and vacillation. Twenty Years of Congress, Volume 2 From Lincoln to Garfield, with a Review of the Events Which Led to the Political Revolution of 1860 There was a look of irresolution on her face as if she were listening to two contending voices. The Child of Pleasure He half raised his arm, but a sudden irresolution possessed him, as though my passivity was a check upon his intentions. The Honour of the Flag And he said to himself, as if half in irresolution: So, then, it is over, and I have conquered, and she has yielded, and is mine. Bubbles of the Foam She brought out the last words after an instant's irresolution, and marked them by a hazardous little smile. The Lady Paramount During the next month he was the prey of a miserable irresolution, and his wife, in silent sorrow, observed his excitement. Debit and Credit Translated from the German of Gustav Freytag If ever a man were disconcerted by division between compassion on the one hand, and the very imbecility of irresolution on the other, here the man was. The Art Of Writing & Speaking The English Language Word-Study and Composition & Rhetoric He seemed, somehow, to have divested himself entirely of the old, heedless irresolution. Cape Cod Folks I was also aware that, even before the commencement of the war between Prussia and France, your irresolution and timidity had increased. Napoleon and the Queen of Prussia As she stepped forward into the apartment, before whose door she had paused a moment, no trace of embarrassment or of irresolution was to be seen in face, eye, or movement. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 77, March, 1864 I am sure I should have shot him without the faintest stirring of irresolution. Branded Did you ever have a very bad cold with a total irresolution to submit to water-gruel processes? The Art Of Writing & Speaking The English Language Word-Study and Composition & Rhetoric You may condemn his embarking in their cause, his timidity, his irresolution, his fluctuating variableness, but not his deliberate cruelty or private malice. The Loyalists, Vol. 1-3 An Historical Novel It is easy to see in this collaboration, and no less in the character of the book, an indication of irresolution, and perhaps even of downright loss of hope. A Book of Prefaces These reflections kept the queen in great anxiety and irresolution; and she was observed to pass several nights without any sleep or repose. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part D. From Elizabeth to James I. There was another pause, during which he seemed to fall into a kind of dazed irresolution, his head on his breast, as though unconscious of her presence. The Fruit of the Tree His strength is sufficient for her weakness, and her power is the support of his irresolution and want of faith. Thoughts on Educational Topics and Institutions His air indicated irresolution, ennui, mild disgust of the world and of himself. A Dream of Empire Or, The House of Blennerhassett They stood apart, and looked at each other with mute irresolution. The Mayor of Warwick She gave an answer ambiguous, embarrassed; full of real artifice, and seeming irresolution. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part D. From Elizabeth to James I. The face of the second mate was a picture of disgust and irresolution. Ralph Granger's Fortunes This unexpected movement gave a new aspect to affairs, and produced some irresolution in the British general respecting his future operations. The Life of George Washington, Vol. 3 Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of his Country and First President of the United States In view of the timidity and weak irresolution of his Senate brother, he, Senator Gruff, was inclined to credit the tradition. The President A novel He died the miserable victim of his own irresolution. The Child at Home The Principles of Filial Duty, Familiarly Illustrated Hauling to windward—away—when the Marlborough forced him ahead, abandoned that ship to overwhelming numbers, and countenanced the irresolution of the Dorsetshire and others. Types of Naval Officers Drawn from the History of the British Navy I had risen mechanically—my knees trembled; irresolution hung on my voice, as I uttered a few words on the necessity of choosing a person adequate to the dangerous task in hand. The Last Man Philip, who was as fond of indirect ways as herself, proposed to quicken her irresolution. English Seamen in the Sixteenth Century Lectures Delivered at Oxford Easter Terms 1893-4 He then began to deliberate, and the state of great irresolution which tormented his mind affected his whole frame. History of the Expedition to Russia Undertaken by the Emperor Napoleon in the Year 1812 The king himself re-entered his palace relieved from the cruel weight of irresolution which had so long oppressed him. History of the Girondists, Volume I Personal Memoirs of the Patriots of the French Revolution But his desire to work against Horace had overcome his irresolution. From the Valley of the Missing Sir Edward returned instantly, determined to put to death one or more of the ringleaders on the spot, but the evident irresolution of the mutineers spared him the necessity. The Life of Admiral Viscount Exmouth She sat before him with downcast, pale, and sober face, then she rose, and all her girlish irresolution and shame dropped from her, and left for a moment the woman in her unveiled. Jerome, A Poor Man A Novel But there would have been much of that confusion and irresolution inevitable in a host suddenly threatened with disaster. The Wrack of the Storm At that she stepped forward promptly, with a jerk as if to throw off her irresolution, and a certain consternation. Jane Field A Novel For a little while Mervyn stood in an agony of irresolution. The House by the Church-Yard The shadow of irresolution passed over his features. Romance From the very beginning is betrayed an inherent vice in the first idea, and a kind of irresolution in the manner of conceiving, distributing, and placing it. Great Pictures, As Seen and Described by Famous Writers At the close of the action, when they might have actively pursued, their irresolution robbed the victory of its most decisive results. The Thin Red Line; and Blue Blood This irresolution and dissension on the part of the French generals wasted time, and allowed the allies to push large bodies of troops across the river unmolested. The Cornet of Horse A Tale of Marlborough's Wars And at this crisis, in the midst of all this irresolution, that was unspeakably vexatious to a man of his firm nature, Brand demanded of himself his utmost power of self-control. Sunrise There will be in this sequence the consciousness of ideas, that of affirmations, that of irresolutions, that of velleities and that of volitions. Theodicy Essays on the Goodness of God, the Freedom of Man and the Origin of Evil This aspect of the tragedy the theory quite misses; and it does so because it misconceives the cause of that irresolution which, on the whole, it truly describes. Shakespearean Tragedy Lectures on Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth Lord Nelson kept pacing the cabin, mortified at everything that savoured either of alarm or irresolution. The Life of Nelson, Volume 2 The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain Oswald suffered as cruelly as she did; but in the midst of a thousand rare qualities, there was much weakness and irresolution in his character. Corinne, Volume 1 (of 2) Or Italy The boys' coming caused a moment's irresolution in the crowd. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue And then he walked about the room, reflecting on the curse of his life—his besetting sin—irresolution. Elster's Folly Now, Hamlet's reflectiveness doubtless played a certain part in the production of that melancholy, and was thus one indirect contributory cause of his irresolution. Shakespearean Tragedy Lectures on Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth She had her bundle on her arm, but there was still a moment of irresolution, as she looked for the last time round the little whitewashed room. My Little Lady Now my irresolution vanished for the time, and I was my old self once more. Jacqueline of Golden River He cursed himself for the irresolution he had shown. Mike Fletcher A Novel He saw that the situation was worse than even he had bargained for, and all his irresolution began to return upon him. Elster's Folly The cause of the hero's delay is irresolution; and the cause of this irresolution is excess of the reflective or speculative habit of mind. Shakespearean Tragedy Lectures on Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth It was quite unnecessary to prepare me against any kind of irresolution of his. George Selwyn: His Letters and His Life Each of the many emotions the sorcerer experienced, displayed itself, in turn, on his face,—amazement, anger, censure, irresolution, distrust. The Yoke A Romance of the Days when the Lord Redeemed the Children of Israel from the Bondage of Egypt As he moves towards the door-way, she notes how thin his cheek has grown, and wonders at the irresolution in his movements when he reaches the broad piazza. The Deserter You have played on Lord Hartledon's known irresolution to mould him to your will. Elster's Folly The clouds of irresolution rolled away, and the touch of adventure made my walk joyous again. The Grey Wig: Stories and Novelettes What at length put an end to this irresolution? Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome to which is prefixed an introduction to the study of Roman history, and a great variety of valuable information added throughout the work, on the manners, institutions, and antiquities of the Romans; with numerous biographical and historical notes; and questions for examination at the end of each section. By Wm. C. Taylor. But the paltering irresolution which he had at all points displayed urged him to redeem himself,—else was he lower than a criminal. Idolatry A Romance One moment of irresolution, then, without a word of any kind, he sprang to the door. The Deserter Of course we all know his besetting sin—irresolution. Elster's Folly A sarcastic smile seemed to play upon the chief-taker's lips; and abashed at his own irresolution, the lad went on. Jack Sheppard A Romance It is true, in an hour of weakness and irresolution, you have sinned against your friends. Adèle Dubois A Story of the Lovely Miramichi Valley in New Brunswick To the Babylonians such a pause must have appeared like irresolution. The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 4. (of 7): Babylon The History, Geography, And Antiquities Of Chaldaea, Assyria, Babylon, Media, Persia, Parthia, And Sassanian or New Persian Empire; With Maps and Illustrations. She read there grudging admiration, arrested ardor, irresolution, dubiety, and secret calculation. The Palace of Darkened Windows "My nature's great sin; the besetting sin that has clung to me through life; the unfortunate sin that is my bane to this hour—cowardly irresolution." Elster's Folly "God bless me, what do they want?" asked the governor, in an agony of irresolution, appealing to the colonel. The Gold Hunters' Adventures Or, Life in Australia Kenny sat down, conscious of a tired irresolution in his head and a numbness. Kenny While these preparations were going forward, Owen laid aside his rough outside coat, and going to the door, looked out, as if in irresolution. Ellen Duncan; And The Proctor's Daughter The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two Other plans, however, were ripening as well as his, under the management of those who were deterred by none of his cowardice or irresolution. The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain The Works of William Carleton, Volume One This time he was clearly articulate, and betrayed a conviction that he had won the day: an impression borne out by the evident irresolution of the girl, prefacing her abrupt surrender. The Day of Days An Extravaganza To pursue violent measures with languor and irresolution is not very consistent in speculation, and not more reputable or safe in practice. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 06 (of 12) The irresolution and timidity of those who compose this middle order often prevents the effect of their controlling situation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 04 (of 12) But once more he cast his glance on Horne Tooke, and his irresolution was gone. Israel Potter The contrast between Estelle's steadfast and unconscious altruism and his own irresolution and selfishness struck into him. The Spinners His tone of determination awed her: she glanced at him hurriedly, struggling with her irresolution. Victorian Short Stories: Stories of Courtship He hesitated, but the irresolution was only momentary, for instantly he turned and entered the house. The Lost Hunter A Tale of Early Times And then he made a compromise with his own weakness and irresolution. If Only etc. This time, it was, indeed, not he who undertook to crystallize my irresolution by announcing my departure for Solesmes; but it comes to the same thing. The Cathedral He did not speak at once, but there was no hint of irresolution in his attitude. The Keeper of the Door The moral and mental habits formed under opium—the irresolution, the recklessness, the want of shame, in a word, the general failure of all that is womanly—need something more than time to cure. Doctor and Patient Franklin saw, and as he gazed, eager, half advancing, indecision and irresolution dropped from him forever. The Girl at the Halfway House A Story of the Plains "Listen to me now," continued the doctor, observing his irresolution. The Redemption of David Corson He half rose, sat down again; then, apparently at the urging of the man next him, stood up, a picture of irresolution. The Sword Maker That weakness was irresolution, craft without wisdom, diplomacy without knowledge of men. Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, Second Series There has been thus far no hesitation or irresolution among the people in the conduct of the war. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 1, No. 3, March, 1862 After a brief instant of irresolution he entered the house. The Just and the Unjust Undoubtedly his daughter contributed not a little to this irresolution of mind. Children of the Mist A conversation which took place between him and one of his fellow-workers gives one the measure of his irresolution and fitfulness. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference The prospect seemed too promising for me to lose it by any irresolution. The Doctor's Dilemma He served the Holy Father, even in his irresolutions. The Roman Question "He left for the East at four o'clock," faltered the secretary, after a moment of wretched irresolution. The Just and the Unjust "I will show you my purchase," added Nicolovius, after a moment of seeming irresolution. Queed But Julian's face, his whole attitude, betokened the most piteous and degraded irresolution. Flames His face, which had been contained, impassive, now betrayed in the slightest degree an expression of irresolution. Half A Chance Matters were drifting from bad to worse under the fatal weakness and irresolution of the Government. Ireland Since Parnell Then in a flash her irresolution was gone. Charles Rex The weakness and irresolution, the hesitation, left him. After London Or, Wild England I was scrutinizing her closely now, for her manner seemed to witness more than indolence; irresolution, vacillation, discomfort, asserted their presence. The Indiscretion of the Duchess We have already remarked that such forms of irresolution constituted a martyrdom. Poise: How to Attain It Jean gave vent to a muttered oath in his irresolution and despair. The Downfall Toby was looking at him in the starlight with a dumb and piteous irresolution in her eyes. Charles Rex He would have been a rash man who, in view of the uncertainty and irresolution of Northern statesmen, would have committed Great Britain in March, 1861, to a definite line of policy. Great Britain and the American Civil War Dr. Lively sighed, took his hat and went out, while Mrs. Lively, after some moments of irresolution, set about getting dinner. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 12, No. 33, December, 1873 Looking back on his friendship at a distance of twenty years, he felt an amused pleasure in the disputatiousness which could be irritating, the intellectual vanity, the irresolution that came from too great subtlety. Characters from 17th Century Histories and Chronicles Consternation, irresolution, conflicting plans that were laid aside and replaced by fresh ones hour by hour; these were the things that everybody felt were in the air. The Downfall Perhaps your irresolution has caused a want of confidence in the strength of your affection. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 11, No. 23, February, 1873 Woe to them, if upon their silence, inaction or irresolution in these great days, the steadfast gaze of her high expectation falls unheeded. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 1, No. 2, February, 1862 Devoted To Literature And National Policy Her eyes shone through her mask with a momentary irresolution as she bent in response to his bow. The Tidal Wave and Other Stories She read irresolution in his eyes, and a quiver that was half of hope and half of apprehension went through her. The Rocks of Valpre This they both well knew; why, then, did they obey those merciless drivers who were flogging them onward in their irresolution? why did they hearken to those furious passions that were spurring them forward? The Downfall Ryder had an odd impression of her irresolution before, with strange eagerness, he swept her into the music. The Fortieth Door Volodya listened and scratched his forehead in acute and painful irresolution. The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories Had there been a chance for irresolution in the mind of the youth, this voyage destroyed it forever. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 4 Her first impulse was one of nervous irresolution, but it possessed her for a moment only. The Rocks of Valpre Bob, after a moment of irresolution, reached for his hat. The Rules of the Game Banish fear, worry, indecision, timidity, irresolution, anxiety from your mental attitude, they paralyze effort. Supreme Personality Antonyms: believe, trust, rely upon. doubt, n. indecision, uncertainty, vacillation, irresolution, misgiving, query, suspense, hesitancy, distrust, suspicion, quandary, perplexity; skepticism, incredulity, pyrrhonism; ambiguity, difficulty. Putnam's Word Book It is irresolution that is worse than rashness. An Iron Will Whatever Ezra's faults may have been, irresolution or want of courage were not among them. The Firm of Girdlestone Yet, at the end of half an hour's irresolution, he accepted. A Diversity of Creatures The forehead, however, overhung the features beneath it and gave to a mouth and chin, which would otherwise have aroused no criticism, an appearance of irresolution. The Philanderers Antonyms: constant, unwavering, steadfast, resolute. fickleness, n. vacillation, irresolution, inconstancy, volatility, tergiversation, capriciousness. fiddle, n. violin; kit. fiddler, n. violinist. fidelity, n. loyalty, fealty, faithfulness; truth, integrity. Putnam's Word Book For the first time since the conception of her scheme Lady Tamworth experienced a feeling of irresolution. Ensign Knightley and Other Stories She gave no outward sign of fear, irresolution, cowardice. Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.) It is with the utmost apprehension that I mark the near approach of the time when my inward irresolution must find expression in a most decided course of action. Recollections of My Youth He was sitting bolt upright with an unfamiliar expression of irresolution upon his face, and he was doubtfully drawing the lash of the whip to and fro across the horse's back. The Philanderers It seemed to sustain her, to hold her up, through all her chaos of doubt, of irresolution, of miserable, overmastering dread. The Way of an Eagle He could have sworn that a flicker of hesitation—of irresolution—crossed the old man’s stern countenance. The Moon Rock On this courageous Monday, therefore,—whatsoever he was to do during the week he always decided on Mondays,—after months of irresolution he finally determined to make a second dash for slavery. The Mettle of the Pasture There must be no delay, no irresolution on our part, or all is lost. The Star-Chamber, Volume 1 An Historical Romance At no period did he show such irresolution as at this time. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 01, No. 07, May, 1858 Iola saw the irresolution on his face, and framed her answer accordingly. Iola Leroy Shadows Uplifted I was silent for many minutes--standing before him with irresolution. Richard Vandermarck She might have seen irresolution in me, for she added quickly, "You need not promise—let time decide," and shook my hands kindly. The Morgesons I fall asleep in a fever of irresolution. Nancy The Grand Master, Von Hompesch, seems to have been utterly unnerved by the bewildering problems before him, and the cowardice and irresolution he displayed were a disgrace to the traditions of the Order. Knights of Malta, 1523-1798 The admirals were tardy in bringing up the fleet; their irresolution caused the failure of operations that had been ill-combined; the squadrons entered port again. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 6 He always showed habitual irresolution, but I really do not know to what to attribute this irresolution; it could not, with him, have come from the fertility of his imagination, which is anything but lively. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 5 In the eastern provinces of the Empire and in Italy the Christians had already been several times persecuted, now with cold-blooded cruelty, now with some slight hesitation and irresolution. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 1 But the jealousy and irresolution of the tribes prevented the actual formation of a league. The Winning of the West, Volume 3 The Founding of the Trans-Alleghany Commonwealths, 1784-1790 "No sense of irresolution or horror appeared to exist in the bosoms of those parents, who deliberately resolved on the deed before the child was born." Primitive Love and Love-Stories Concessions wrested from the weakness and irresolution of governments do not strengthen their failing powers. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 6 Here again the will of William III. prevailed over the irresolution of his allies. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 5 Even so, and though her face betrayed trouble and some irresolution, she did not blench, but faced her accuser with a slowly rising passion that overcame her shyness. The Castle Inn It is said, however, to suggest fickleness and caprice, levity and irresolution--a bad character for any tree. Among the Trees at Elmridge Of fair ability, and great industry in his earlier life, the irresolution and passiveness of advancing age and physical infirmity were now upon him. Abraham Lincoln, a History — Volume 02 The irresolution and unhappiness into which Oswald was plunged was increased by the fact that his letters to Corinne received no replies. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 08 — Fiction He had no power to resist, all was wickedness, irresolution, constant yielding. The Wonders of Prayer A Record of Well Authenticated and Wonderful Answers to Prayer Yet after a few seconds of torturing irresolution she obeyed him, abandoning her last hold and hanging to him in palpitating apprehension. The Obstacle Race By the fault of irresolution, "Shall I marry or shall I not!" Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook I felt that the power which had triumphed over my dejection and my irresolution and brought me to London might carry me a little further. Sacred and Profane Love Oswald's natural irresolution had been augmented by misfortune, and he hesitated before entering upon an irrevocable engagement. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 08 — Fiction The method of conducting the war was quite wrong; indecision and irresolution characterized the Russian officers of every grade, and no personality came forward who ever attempted to rise above mediocrity. Germany and the Next War I could observe in the person who had been my active opponent some awkwardness and irresolution as he first perceived me, which he dismissed with a sort of effort, exclaiming, "Who the devil is here?" Caleb Williams Or Things as They Are It was now perceived that every expectation from the tenderness which had been hitherto pursued was unavailing, and that further delay could only create an opinion of impotency or irresolution in the Government. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 1, part 1: George Washington If he ever had moments of irresolution, he had successfully concealed any such weakness from those who knew him best. Big Timber A Story of the Northwest It is the penalty of caution, that it sometimes appears, even to itself, like irresolution, or timidity. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 08, No. 45, July, 1861 But at length I have triumphed over my irresolution. Old Saint Paul's A Tale of the Plague and the Fire As with all men of such character, his irresolution increased just when he fancied that he was about to do something decisive. Taquisara A sombre irresolution held him silent for a while. The Secret Agent a Simple Tale I cannot profess sorrow for that, nor irresolution in that, nor shame in that. Martin Chuzzlewit He spoke with a little irresolution whenever he began, but afterwards fluently. Lazy Tour of Two Idle Apprentices Hamlet has all the imagination and irresolution of the Northern nations, and the Princess Katharine is as entirely French as the heroine of Divorçons. Intentions There are moods of weakness and irresolution in every mind, which is not exactly a machine, which impair its energies, and make its course erratic and uncertain. The Life of Francis Marion The hour of my irresolution is past, and the period of your power is arrived. Frankenstein Her next, to go back, and to enter; and this second impulse held her in irresolution on the staircase. Dombey and Son His face, though partly hidden by a long plume which floated down from his barrel-cap, bore a strong and mingled expression of passion, in which pride seemed to contend with irresolution. Ivanhoe I sicken and recoil at the prospect, and yet my irresolution is momentary. Wieland: or, the Transformation, an American Tale Stephen looked at him with some little irresolution for a moment, and then seemed to make up his mind. Hard Times |
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