| 单词 | laconically |
| 例句 | Lee was too cool by nature to rage at fate; his manner was to raise an eyebrow and greet it laconically. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z “Count me in, Professor,” said Mr. Quincey Morris, laconically as usual. Dracula 1897-05-26T00:00:00Z “You’ll have to do something,” the candy woman told the manager laconically. A Confederacy of Dunces 1980-01-01T00:00:00Z “My radar clocked you going seventy-five miles an hour in a sixty-mile zone,” he said laconically. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z “What shall we do exactly?” asked Mr. Morris laconically. Dracula 1897-05-26T00:00:00Z “They were very keen, which is always flattering,” he said laconically. A ‘Howards End’ True to Then and Now 2018-04-07T04:00:00Z The house was razed in 1957, and a plaque at its site on Delaware Avenue is inscribed laconically “Here Died William McKinley.” Echoes of an Exposition, and an Assassination 2016-11-03T04:00:00Z He does share with Murry a penchant for biblical imagery and there is a sense throughout of someone coming to terms with a religious upbringing, albeit laconically. New band of the day – John Fullbright (No 1,471) 2013-03-14T16:01:50Z Then Mr. Walsh’s investigator turns to the doctor’s young son and says, laconically but with feeling, “I’m your dad now.” ‘Mr. Pickles’ and a New Tim & Eric Show, on Adult Swim 2014-09-17T04:00:00Z "We liked each other, that's all," he said, as laconically as his hero. Rejected film posters go on display 2013-05-17T13:16:18Z But the path followed here is comedy -- some of it broad, some of it smart, some of it low, some of it laconically slapstick, some it disturbing, some of it disgusting. 'Last Man on Earth' is dark in a strangely sunny way 2015-03-01T05:00:00Z Line-for-line it's rarely less than laconically funny, and hardly a paragraph goes by without a poetic perception worthy of a latter-day Huck Finn. Edisto by Padgett Powell – review 2012-11-06T12:45:01Z The downside for some might be that this is a largely vocal album, of a downbeat, laconically murmured, American Everyman kind. Wayne Krantz: Howie 61 – review 2012-05-24T21:30:01Z That’s also true of Mr. Harari in a cowboy hat and underwear, riding an imaginary horse and laconically rolling a cigarette in pantomime. Dance Review: Leesaar the Company at Montclair State University 2012-04-01T18:49:36Z The reporter turns to the camera and remarks, laconically, “To most Zambians, these people are just a bunch of crackpots, and from what I’ve seen today, I’m inclined to agree.” The Zambian “Afronaut” Who Wanted to Join the Space Race 2017-03-11T05:00:00Z "No one asked whether it was within our legal rights to appropriate others' content," Edwards comments laconically. I'm Feeling Lucky by Douglas Edwards ? review 2011-07-28T11:23:22Z As the feral detective himself tells Phoebe laconically, “Who’s not missing?” Take a Very Dark Trip Through the California Desert With ‘The Feral Detective’ 2018-11-16T05:00:00Z It includes footage of the Moon landing, the trailer for Godard’s “Breathless” and a strangely mesmerizing short film of Warhol laconically unwrapping and eating a fast-food hamburger. Art Review: ‘Sinister Pop’ at the Whitney 2012-11-25T22:37:12Z Bergner admits laconically, "There have been moments when I've looked over at my long-term girlfriend and thought, 'For how much longer am I going to be the recipient of your desire?'" Women and sex: the myth-buster 2013-07-05T21:34:00Z The rest, he noted laconically: “Marketing, promotion, being yourself.” Meet Blueface, the Self-Aware Rapper Who Knows He’s More Than a Meme 2019-03-14T04:00:00Z In Pinter's version, this is followed by a bored silence, broken only by the Provost observing laconically: "I'm surprised to hear Aristotle is on the syllabus in the state of Wisconsin." Good book, great film 2011-04-01T10:08:52Z Knock-kneed, fumbling as if his flesh were getting in the way of his words, laconically hesitant, he makes an outstanding debut in a mesmerising evening. Let the Right One In; The Amen Corner; Sweet Bird of Youth – review 2013-06-15T23:05:22Z “A revolver was discharged,” wrote The Times laconically. Guns have been in motion pictures since the start. 'Rust' is only the latest to have a gun death 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z Since then, Katz’s portraits, along with his laconically decorative renderings of trees and flowers, New York cityscapes and Maine landscapes, have spent long periods looking out of tune with the zeitgeist. Review | At 95, Alex Katz is having another moment. His Guggenheim show is a knockout. 2022-10-29T04:00:00Z Apart from a few diagonals gesturing laconically toward a vanishing point, there’s no real attempt to create a sense of receding space. Get up close to this painting of a sea wall and you may never let go of its light “It was obvious,” he laconically recalled in his 1963 memoirs, “that any frontal attack would present great difficulties.” Opinion | Biden’s Afghanistan policy shows the world a wobbly, impulsive U.S. 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z “The unexpected,” he says, almost laconically, “occurs with great regularity.” Opinion | Jack Reed is crucial to our national security. How will he handle it? 2021-05-14T04:00:00Z The autopsy reports will state, laconically, "Death due to complications of environmental heat exposure." The pandemic is making us question the connection between work and money. That's a good thing 2020-07-19T04:00:00Z Pompeo laconically said he would prefer to “leave that to lawyers” — presumably those he employs. Opinion | Congress whiffs on war powers 2020-01-10T05:00:00Z As barrel bombs and artillery rounds rained down on hospitals, schools and food stores, the Trump administration reacted laconically. Opinion | If Trump wants to stop the latest Syrian butchery, he will have to do more than tweet 2019-06-04T04:00:00Z Pompeo laconically said he would “prefer to just leave that to lawyers.” Opinion | Trump, Obama and Congress will all be to blame for what happens with Iran 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z Slowly, laconically, technicians wandered around Sunday afternoon, dismantling the stage they had constructed. For Copa Libertadores at a Crossroads, a Weekend to Forget 2018-11-26T05:00:00Z “I’ve found chess the coolest thing in the world since I was eight years old,” replied Carlsen, laconically, at the press conference. Carlsen and Caruana deadlocked in battle of Mozart and Killah Priest of chess 2018-11-10T05:00:00Z “Nobody told me I couldn’t,” the elder Coolidge laconically said later on, when asked if as a notary he could swear in the new president of the United States. Museum celebrates President Calvin Coolidge, ties to Vermont 2018-10-08T04:00:00Z Godard’s wife Anne Wiazemsky, named “Eve Democracy”, is shown drifting through woodland, laconically answering yes or no to questions from a camera crew. Time for a revolution: how the art of 1968 caught a world in turmoil 2018-04-30T04:00:00Z “There is nothing further on the Oswald case except that he is dead,” the memo begins laconically, before reciting the day’s events. JFK files, though incomplete, are a treasure trove for answer seekers 2017-10-27T04:00:00Z Sedgwick says scholarship and history respond to gay people in the past by commanding, “Don’t ask. Or, less laconically: You shouldn’t know.” The crucial thing the new Wonder Woman movie gets right 2017-10-16T04:00:00Z Which he laconically describes as, “We got back to see another day. That’s about it.” Perspective | There are two sides to the NFL anthem debate, and both are right. And wrong. 2017-10-09T04:00:00Z “He mostly talked about domestic politics,” the Wednesday morning anchor said laconically. Trump's Russian honeymoon may be over as Moscow media put him in the deep freeze 2017-03-01T05:00:00Z He opened the door to find a young man, who laconically said in English: “Hi, I am James Quinn, C.I.A. Tell me about the military usage of acupuncture.” An Expert on Chinese Medicine, but No New Age Healer 2016-09-23T04:00:00Z “I’m excited,” she said, as laconically as one would expect of an eight-year-old who spent a day running around town in meetings. 'Little Miss Flint' ready to welcome Obama after letter asking him to visit 2016-05-03T04:00:00Z It is Texas lore: When people wondered why a single Texas Ranger was sent to quell a riot, the ranger said laconically, there’s only one riot. A threat to freedom of speech at the Supreme Court 2015-11-20T05:00:00Z “My guess,” he offered laconically, “is there are more buyers today than sellers.” We All Need a Few Good Mentors 2015-08-16T04:00:00Z After being taken to a hospital, the battered but living victim — dubbed the “running man” by Sheriff Paul Del Moral, the dogged, no-nonsense cop who laconically anchors the film — disappears. Review: ‘Man From Reno’ is a Lynchian, neo-noir thriller 2015-04-16T04:00:00Z Napoleon was a whirling dynamo whose ceaseless energy led Talleyrand, that wily old cynic, to laconically lament, “What a pity the man wasn’t lazy.” Book review: ‘Napoleon: A Life,’ by Andrew Roberts Miles, who spoke laconically and without passion, recommended that the tubes remain in place for several weeks at a stretch to minimize risk to a detainee. Guantánamo use of olive oil in force feedings 'astonishing', doctor tells court 2014-10-07T04:00:00Z Asked about strange lineups, Few said laconically, “They’re becoming less strange.” Gonzaga faces South Alabama in Battle in Seattle 2013-12-14T02:03:49Z “He needs it more,” the blogger laconically noted on the Gazeta.ru website. To Russia With Love 2013-07-02T08:45:00Z Competitors lie on the floor on what look like pilates mats for more than an hour, occasionally reaching laconically for a bullet as if it was a mint imperial. Sorry, but for me Olympic shooting is a big bore 2012-08-03T18:47:43Z And the gold medallist Moldoveanu, a man of few words, laconically added, "He is a great guy". Gagan Narang: 'A great guy' 2012-08-01T06:27:28Z "Yes, Sir," replied the cabaretier, much more laconically than might have been expected from his appearance. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z "Patrol," announced the skipper laconically, indicating a steam trawler as she rounded the detached chalk pinnacle known as "Old Harry". With Beatty off Jutland A Romance of the Great Sea Fight 2012-04-21T02:00:25.260Z “Was his name Laurens or Lawrence.” asked Bombs, laconically. The Independence Day Horror at Killsbury 2012-04-20T02:00:07.610Z "Shoot them!" he said laconically, turning to the lieutenant. A Hero of Li?ge 2012-03-16T02:00:21.347Z “Run for it, I guess,” replied Paul laconically. The Motor Girls in the Mountains or, The Gypsy Girl's Secret 2012-03-07T03:00:15.897Z "Governor won't hear of it," he said, laconically, as he threw himself into an easy chair. Peter Binney A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:10.423Z "Hope so," replied the sub laconically; but he had great misgivings on that score. With Beatty off Jutland A Romance of the Great Sea Fight 2012-04-21T02:00:25.260Z She simply continued to smile, and said laconically: "I know." The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) 2012-01-02T03:00:27.980Z "Drink or madness?" he put it laconically, in that tone of contempt with which one speaks to a distrusted servant or a disliked acquaintance. By Right of Sword 2011-12-22T03:00:24.563Z "My friend's drunk," he laconically explained, to which the cabby grunted a gruff assent. The Lash 2011-12-20T03:00:32.457Z "One o'clock," he said laconically as he placed them on the ground and retired. By Desert Ways to Baghdad 2011-12-18T03:00:22.240Z “Which meant,” explained Morton laconically, his only comment on the story, “probably for ever.” The Wolves of God And Other Fey Stories 2011-12-17T03:00:15.447Z His wife came to open the door for us, to whom he said laconically: "I have come to change." The Joy of Captain Ribot 2011-12-15T03:00:16.510Z “Come, lassie,” said the good surgeon, laconically, leading the way down the companion. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z The gradations of style, passing from a laconically worded scenario through half-dialogue into elaborated scenes, are bound to disappear. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z “Not in the slightest degree prepared, sir,” he said, laconically. Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z "I allow we might have more wind by and by," Jake answered laconically. The Boy Ranchers of Puget Sound 2011-11-24T03:00:42.877Z “I understand now, it was out of revenge,” she laconically replied. An Oregon Girl A Tale of American Life in the New West 2011-11-17T03:00:31.330Z "Looks like it," laconically returned the squire, who instantly began to recover himself, while his eyes glittered like points of polished steel. The Heatherford Fortune a sequel to the Magic Cameo 2011-11-15T03:00:18.930Z Then she resumed her conversation with the count, who continued to answer as laconically as before; in fact, she carried on the conversation practically alone, with an occasional ironical smile at her young adorer. San-Cravate; or, The Messengers; Little Streams 2011-11-14T03:00:22.247Z "You have told your Roger," she said laconically, looking at the girl with anger and respect. Notwithstanding 2011-10-19T02:00:22.340Z "If I stopped the suffering," the doctor said, laconically, "it would be murder." Dr. Lavendar's People 2011-10-13T02:00:52.167Z "He has found the lieutenant," he replied, laconically. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z When the door was closed, Augustus III smiled and sitting in a chair, said laconically as was his custom: 'There are only you and Br�hl.' Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z "You have plenty of arms," said the Swede laconically, "what a pity that you lack men to use them." The Countess Cosel A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong 2011-10-06T02:00:36.083Z "I intend to visit Italy, and I am going to Genoa," remarked the German laconically. The Jew 2011-10-06T02:00:34.840Z "How goes it?" enquired Crosthwaite laconically, after ten minutes of silence. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z "I'm thinking yon pilot's a bit of a hero," Macallister responded laconically. The Coast of Adventure 2011-10-03T02:00:25.810Z The King looked at him inquisitively several times, as if trying to learn something from the expression of his face; at length he said laconically: 'Cold.' Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z “He can if you know your business,” Mills answered, laconically. Boy Scouts in Glacier Park The Adventures of Two Young Easterners in the Heart of the High Rockies 2011-09-22T02:00:22.487Z "There," she said laconically, her face suddenly hard and somber. Rough-Hewn 2011-09-20T02:00:15.147Z He merely put up his eyeglass and said laconically: "You'll do, Sir Thomas"—not more than two years ago he had been an under-graduate at Cambridge! The City in the Clouds 2011-08-31T02:01:31.807Z It is only a matter of days with her now,” he answered laconically. The Claw 2011-08-31T02:01:30.563Z When he did, he only replied laconically: “Rotten!” The Turner Twins 2011-08-28T02:00:36.990Z She had laconically admitted the truth of it, coolly correcting one or two erroneous statements Dulcie had made. Marjorie Dean College Junior 2011-08-27T02:00:22.827Z "Been out on the bat," said the clerk laconically. Masterman and Son 2011-08-23T02:00:35.033Z “He may have had one,” she replied laconically. The Locusts' Years 2011-08-16T02:00:41.777Z Handl reported the raid laconically on his website, writing "Project canceled!" Swede tried to build nuclear reactor in his kitchen 2011-08-04T14:44:14Z "They were that big," Payne says laconically, before admitting that she suffered a mild panic attack. Keri-Anne Payne on the perils of the long-distance Olympic swimmer 2011-08-01T22:00:00Z “Oh, what shall we do?” she almost wailed; “we have got to have milk for that pudding, and—” “To be sure,” laconically returned Lillie, “and you will have to go and get some.” Blue Robin, the Girl Pioneer 2011-07-28T02:00:09.363Z To Sendlingen's respectful but decided answer, the Minister had replied as rudely and laconically as possible, commanding him to hand over the investigation forthwith to Werner. The Chief Justice A Novel 2011-07-27T02:00:28.873Z "Telegrams," he said laconically, and returned to his seat and to his tea. The Men Who Wrought 2011-07-26T02:00:16.320Z "Not according to our ideas," said the prince, laconically: "But the point is merely that he shall consider himself married, and that he shall be bound--not you?" On the Cross A Romance of the Passion Play at Oberammergau 2011-07-17T02:00:33.887Z "If ever a horse was a devil, that one is," said the stud groom, laconically. Barnaby A Novel 2011-07-12T02:00:39.777Z “Wet jackets,” remarked Wentworth, laconically, with a glance at these signs. Fordham's Feud 2011-07-05T02:00:31.267Z At this Ihalil Mohammed merely elevated one shaggy eyebrow, and remarked laconically: “Sheep are flayed after they are dead, not before.” The Ruby Sword A Romance of Baluchistan 2011-07-05T02:00:28.367Z Scalp!” replied the savage laconically, and then opening his mouth he once more set up the hideous shout as he rushed on. Golden Face A Tale of the Wild West 2011-07-05T02:00:27.453Z “He would have betrayed us, Huzoor,” said the Baluchi, laconically, as he slipped a fresh cartridge into his piece. The Sirdar's Oath A Tale of the North-West Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:25.780Z “S’mornin’s paper, and latest telegram,” replied the boy, laconically, and somewhat defiantly, as he went on folding his papers. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z "Must," declared Denbigh laconically, raising his voice to enable it to be heard above the now loud roar of the approaching bore. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z "This," he replied laconically, and in his turn produced a small silver coin, which he handed to me. The Kidnapped President 2011-06-23T02:00:29.120Z “They are not King George men,” he remarked laconically. Golden Face A Tale of the Wild West 2011-07-05T02:00:27.453Z "You don't suppose I'd care to go on a bridal trip alone, do you?" inquired the Squire, laconically, and with a wink of one watery eye. The Night Riders A Thrilling Story of Love, Hate and Adventure, Graphically Depicting the Tobacco Uprising in Kentucky 2011-06-23T02:00:24.513Z This question being answered laconically, with a couple of musket-shots, Wilhelm fired his pistol at a crisp-headed knave, who had got upon the top of the coach, and was cutting the cords of the package. Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-22T02:00:23.137Z "I am healthy, and I lead an active life," she said, laconically, but politely. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z "Waiting for you," announced the fat boy laconically. The Pony Rider Boys in the Alkali or, Finding a Key to the Desert Maze 2011-06-15T02:00:19.437Z It seemed as if Sir Philip answered at all with a great effort; but in the end he replied laconically, "No, I will send." The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 2, September, 1851 2011-06-14T02:00:20.590Z "The other half's needed before you can get in, you know," answered Steve, laconically. The Night Riders A Thrilling Story of Love, Hate and Adventure, Graphically Depicting the Tobacco Uprising in Kentucky 2011-06-23T02:00:24.513Z "Splendid!" he said laconically, and prepared himself for the overture, that was being announced by a vigorous lashing of the conductor's stand. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z "It's the luck of things," replied the stranger laconically. The Son of his Father 2011-06-01T02:00:21.287Z "An' how—" "Cards and mixed drinks," he said, laconically. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z Ignoring the subtle suggestion conveyed by the accent, Don Luis laconically answered, “He is not the first.” The Mystery of The Barranca 2011-05-25T02:00:16.720Z "Wherefore," laconically, although his eyes flashed, "when you have made up your mind to tell!" The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z I know you will not resent a very brief acknowledgment; I have one day here only, and a large pile of letters, with a good many of which I must deal, however laconically, at once. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume II 2011-05-22T02:00:17.943Z I therefore laconically but heartily wish you all that, positive or relative; and this leads me to mine. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume I 2011-05-22T02:00:16.657Z "Don't then," said the monkey, laconically, as he turned a somersault. Told on the Pagoda Tales of Burmah 2011-05-22T02:00:12.060Z "Get along," said the writer laconically, blowing the smoke of his cigarette into the face of the policeman, and returning to his letters. That Little Beggar 2011-05-21T02:00:09.877Z "Got nothing to do," replied the Tramp, laconically. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, August 26th 1893 2011-05-21T02:00:09.693Z I answered laconically, for his questions wearied me. Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z The Comte gallantly pressed her to partake of certain delicacies at table; and, when she laconically expressed her approbation thereof, seemed quite in ecstasy. Tales from Blackwood Volume 9 2011-04-15T02:00:18.057Z "Which?" he asked laconically, a twinkle in the hard eyes. By Wit of Woman 2011-04-13T02:00:13.247Z “As a matter of fact, we are looking for work,” Bethune said laconically. The Secret of the Reef 2011-04-12T02:00:26.980Z "Smoke," he said laconically; and Angus fingered one of the priceless cigars tenderly. The Way of the Strong 2011-04-07T02:00:21.387Z "The key!" explained Maurice laconically, turning out the hall gas as he spoke. At Large 2011-03-27T02:00:14.907Z “For a walk,” replied Paul, laconically, and a certain note in his voice warned Carl that it would be wiser not to refer to the delicate subject again. Jane Lends A Hand 2011-03-20T02:00:32.553Z "Got killed," said Hercules, laconically; for he was tired and taciturn. The Funny Philosophers Wags and Sweethearts 2011-03-19T02:00:11.277Z The convention laconically declared that "the Spirited Conflict," which had so long continued between the Grants and New York, rendered it "inconvenient in many respects to associate with that province." Vermont A Study of Independence 2011-03-17T02:00:13.130Z The convention, instead of declaring that the ordinance of secession was an act of illegality and error, and was null and void, laconically declared it “repealed.” The Reconstruction of Georgia Studies in History, Economics and Public Law, Vol. 13, No. 3, 1901 2011-03-14T03:01:05.213Z “Buoy,” said the nearest rower laconically, and the officer swept the surface again. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z When asked to explain, he replied laconically "I just got good". Fascination with Bobby Fischer shows no sign of reaching its Endgame 2011-03-04T13:05:24Z "Too much timber!" said the old tar, laconically. The Funny Philosophers Wags and Sweethearts 2011-03-19T02:00:11.277Z He did not care for idle talk, and rarely started a conversation; but when he did speak, it was always laconically and with decision, brooking no contradiction. More Tales by Polish Authors 2011-03-04T03:01:05.113Z "None should be considered happy before the end," remarked the Doctor laconically. Riven Bonds. Vol. I. A Novel, in Two Volumes 2011-02-16T03:00:38.687Z In his first public comments since Mr. Mubarak stepped down, Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, stated laconically that Mr. Mubarak “resigned over the weekend and left Cairo.” As Egypt Calms Down, So Do Israeli Nerves 2011-02-13T17:38:15Z All right," the major said laconically; and as the bearer went on his mission of mercy he added: "Glad he's gone. The Three Sapphires 2011-02-07T03:00:24.770Z "I believe he would far rather be up among the savages," said George, laconically. Danira 2011-02-06T03:00:59.460Z "Bugs," he replied, laconically, and looked me squarely in the eyes. A Maid of the Kentucky Hills 2011-02-04T03:00:15.877Z "I be as anxious to arrive as you are, Mounzeer," observed the countryman laconically. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z "I am glad of that; but you will nevertheless prescribe for----" "Applications of ice to the head during twenty-four hours at least," said Wehlau, laconically. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z "You are most kind," replied Brunnow, politely, but laconically and with visible reserve. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z “Better not encourage him, if you know which side your bread’s buttered on,” the farmer advised laconically. Girl Alone 2011-01-27T03:00:36.117Z Then Benifett Bindane had wandered into the Foreign Office, when Lord Blair was on leave in England, and had remarked laconically that he would raise the necessary millions. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z "Don't know, Capten," laconically answered one of the men; "we jest now found him and handed him in here without askin' him enny questions; but here he is, you can talk to him yourself." The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z He waved his hand and said, laconically, "Go on." Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z "I am at your service," he said at length, laconically. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z At length, however, the Colonel raised his head from his work, and, pushing it towards the Secretary, said laconically:— "Will it do?" Parlous Times A Novel of Modern Diplomacy 2011-01-13T03:01:14.887Z "I'll have to get ready to leave now, Eckard," Trent said laconically to the officer, when he had gulped down the hot liquid. Caravans By Night A Romance of India 2011-01-03T03:01:02.370Z “Oh, yes,” laconically replied Miss Orme, who had, unfortunately, a rooted distaste for American women that married foreigners. Betty Lee, Sophomore 2010-12-24T03:00:29.270Z "Nothing at all,--and he is fit for nothing," said the forester, laconically. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z “Ship,” she said laconically, and with a hoarse laugh. Commodore Junk 2010-12-20T17:12:13.450Z “And I didn’t like it very much,” he said, laconically. Embedistan: Embedding in Iraq During the Invasion and the Drawdown 2010-08-20T19:59:00Z McCarty's papers were sent to the British, who laconically reported: “They give no information other than that himself and all the Inhabitants of the Illenoise were heartily tired of the Virginians.” The Settlement of Illinois, 1778-1830 "No," said his cousin, more laconically than politely. Beatrice Boville and Other Stories "From the forest," he replied, as laconically as before. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z In language of sublime simplicity it exhibits laconically the only sure foundation of a republican government. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution But when he stopped work, he laconically informed her that all she had to do to complete her new house was to dry some leaves. Into the Primitive "Done?" he asked laconically, and Henry Brown smiled with content. The Gay Adventure A Romance The Prussian newspapers mentioned laconically in two lines, "Almost all the students from Halle, Jena, and G�ttingen, are come to Breslau, they wish to share in the fame of fighting for German freedom." Pictures of German Life in the XVIIIth and XIXth Centuries, Vol. II. "Yes," replied the Professor, laconically, his good humour all gone. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z He died as became a sailor, silent and collected; he laconically dismissed his own son; his whole soul was in his employment. Pictures of German Life in the XVth XVIth and XVIIth Centuries, Vol. II. "Business," he answered laconically; "I am a reporter now." Rockhaven The little one laconically told me we would be taken for husband and wife, wedded in true burgher fashion, and I gave up the point. The Children of the World "Does 'is own charin'," murmured Bindle laconically, and descended to the ground floor, where he rang the porter's bell, with the result that the keys were faithfully redeemed. Bindle Some Chapters in the Life of Joseph Bindle "Brandy!" said MacAndrew laconically; and Browne immediately produced a flask from a bag and unscrewed the lid. The Red Rat's Daughter The former handed his passport to the Consul, and laconically requested him to attach his visa. Round the World in Eighty Days “Risk it,” he said, laconically; and, stepping back a few yards, he took a run, jumped, came short, and had to scramble up the bank, a little disarranged, but smiling and triumphant. Thereby Hangs a Tale Volume One “We are four fools,” said Payne laconically, knocking the ashes out of his pipe and pocketing that useful implement. 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War An American official laconically summed up the situation to me: 'As satellites, sir, as much as you please; but as parts of the primary—no, sir.' The English in the West Indies or, The Bow of Ulysses “Ja, that’s so!” laconically assented George, beginning to shred up a fragment of Boer tobacco in the hollow of his hand. The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley “That is so,” replied the big Boer laconically. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion Right now," Chet told him laconically; "today, if you say the word. Brood of the Dark Moon "On 'is tail," replied Tippitt laconically, his cigarette wagging up and down as he spoke. Adventures of Bindle In other words," remarked the bachelor laconically, "having him down, you proceeded to wipe your feet on him. The Widow To Say Nothing of the Man "He's a ball player, if he don't swell," responded Hartman, laconically. Jimmy Kirkland and the Plot for a Pennant The two boatmen smiled, and the elder one, slowly removing his pipe from his mouth, remarked laconically: "No great loss that, sir; it was only fit to put in the hands of a scarecrow." St. Peter's Umbrella "The darkest shadow is always closest to the high light," observed his instructor laconically on Wednesday evening, looking over his shoulder. The "Genius" "Struck another sandbar," laconically remarked the doctor at the end of the table. A Trip to the Orient The Story of a Mediterranean Cruise Not that exactly," said the captain laconically, "but in an enterprise like ours it's wise to take precautions. Doubloons—and the Girl "Never to wear what?" exclaimed Jackeymo, staring outright at his master's long legs in their linen drawers—"never to wear—" "The breeches," said Riccabocca laconically. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 8, January, 1851 "Thanks," said Molly laconically and rose to show the celebrity to Mr. Slater's sanctum. The Strange Cases of Dr. Stanchon I am not surprised to hear that, ma'am," returned Stephen, laconically, "for ever since that fatal night in the library the butler has had a very horror of the place. Kidnapped at the Altar or, The Romance of that Saucy Jessie Bain "Saw it on the bulletin-board as I came in," said his subordinate laconically. His Lordship's Leopard A Truthful Narration of Some Impossible Facts "Weather breeder," he said, laconically, and looked gloomy. The Come Back "Some men don't," said the old lawyer laconically; "but if the trouble is not your own that is easy to understand." A Country Gentleman and his Family “That outfit don’t eject worth a cuss,” said he laconically. Gold "Look out of that window, ma'am, and that will tell you," returned Janet, laconically. Kidnapped at the Altar or, The Romance of that Saucy Jessie Bain “Nothing much,” replied Katherine laconically, tipping the lemonade pitcher over her head and putting out her tongue to catch the last drop. The Campfire Girls on Ellen's Isle The Trail of the Seven Cedars "Fine feathers make fine birds, all right," he said laconically. The Beggar Man “I am a member, by adoption, of the imperial family of Japan,” I replied laconically. The International Spy Being the Secret History of the Russo-Japanese War Cameron asked laconically, his face unmoved by any ripple of enthusiasm. Hope Mills or, Between Friend and Sweetheart And Dellwig, when he presently reached his home and was met at the door by his wife's eager "Well, how was she?" laconically replied "Mad." The Benefactress "Run," he said laconically; but he put a protective arm about her, which was perhaps what Jacqueline needed. Kildares of Storm "Oh, I dare say she will," Peg said laconically. The Beggar Man “June is sure to be somewhere about,” he said laconically. The Phantom Lover I got him all right," answered his leader laconically, "but too late. Slaves of Mercury "It belongs to him," said the man with the long gun, laconically. A Romance of the West Indies "Men differ in their tastes and inclinations," he retorted laconically. Pretty Madcap Dorothy Or, How She Won a Lover “Easy drown in little water,” he said laconically. The Heart of Thunder Mountain “Food,” he said laconically, as the startled sleeper rubbed his eyes. The Hound From The North Thinking of bringing him down here next Fall,” he added laconically, and by the subtle change in his voice Hardy realized intuitively that that move had been the subject of their interrupted argument. Hidden Water "By a door, of course," laconically responded the intruder, but with crimson cheeks and blazing eyes, for the man's rude manner had aroused all her spirit. The Masked Bridal Frederick the Great used to say, 'In default of unanswerable arguments it is better to express one's self laconically and not go beating about the bush.' A Forest Hearth: A Romance of Indiana in the Thirties But his master answered laconically: "We cannot all be friars." The Story of Don Quixote "Come!" she said laconically, reaching for her bow and slinging it on her back. The Gaunt Gray Wolf A Tale of Adventure With Ungava Bob And when his daughter returns from the spring, he takes her by the arm, shows her the rope, and tells her laconically to choose between his Excellency and this. The Book of Khalid “Everything, and more than everything,” replies my lady, laconically. The First Violin A Novel “I’ll get him, if I get the chance,” laconically replied Gowan, looking from the girl to Ashton with the characteristic straightening of his lips that marked the tensing of his emotions. Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation “Digger,” answered the witness, as laconically as possible. The Tale of Timber Town The man with the gun sent a message into the fort without a word in reply, until the messenger returned, when he said, laconically,– “Pass in.” The Cabin on the Prairie "Land of the Midnight Sun," returned the senator's son, laconically. Dave Porter in the Far North or, The Pluck of an American Schoolboy When Pretty Eagle remarked laconically that peace was good, the agitator laughed; he was gaining a faction, and the faction was feeling its oats. Red Men and White He set the supper on the chuck-box, and laconically said: “Come and get it.” Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation "Men are brutes—all of them!" remarked Bessie laconically, rising to a sitting posture on the sofa. When Dreams Come True "We sometimes has to, when we doesn't want to," said Coombs laconically. The Rival Campers Ashore The Mystery of the Mill “Only to the Library,” returned Phillis, laconically; but the color mounted to her forehead. Not Like Other Girls “That’s all I wanter know,” said Hunter, laconically, biting off the end of his straw and spitting it out. The Motor Boat Club and The Wireless Or, the Dot, Dash and Dare Cruise "He came within an ace of getting his head shot off," Billy Louise qualified laconically. The Ranch at the Wolverine "Out," said Bill laconically, jerking his head in the direction of an open window at the rear. Anderson Crow, Detective "Neither," he answered, laconically, returning to the survey of the swearing, sweating crew. A Man of Two Countries “No,” said Roby laconically, and he hold out his hand, in which Dickenson slowly laid his own, looking rather wistfully as he felt it pressed warmly. The Kopje Garrison A Story of the Boer War I just got in on the relief,” laconically. The Dominant Dollar "Not this post," he answered laconically, and turned his attention to the sideboard. Juggernaut They looked into each other's faces, and one answered laconically, "Perhaps." Holland, v. 1 (of 2) "Good," he said, laconically, and relapsed into his abstracted mood. The Doomsman I answered laconically: ‘If they were burning all the Latin authors, and I were permitted to grant a pardon to one of them, I should say, without hesitation: Spare the works of Cicero.’ Principles Of Political Economy "Collar-bone," he said laconically, in reply to the mute anxiety of Paul's face. Captain Desmond, V.C. "Far as I'm concerned," Tom answered laconically, "he's an E. I have to follow his orders." Eight Keys to Eden "Ditching," said the other laconically, pushing out one foot by way of illustrating the fact. The Toilers of the Field “Dan—where?” he asked, laconically, and her face paled at the question. That Girl Montana “He’s makin’ a mash,” said Ling laconically, as he jerked his thumb toward the open door of the living-room. 'Me--Smith' “Feed them,” said Mary laconically, quelling a little shiver that went over her. Shoe-Bar Stratton "Glad to hear it," said the detective, laconically. The Tin Box and What it Contained "A corporal and five men," said the sergeant laconically. With Haig on the Somme “Once is enough,” answered the girl, laconically, as Lambton, set free, caught both her hands in his and whispered in her ear. Northern Lights He added laconically, “I’m no angel, me—Smith.” 'Me--Smith' One of these, ramshackle, weather-worn, labeled laconically “The Store,” stood directly opposite the station. Shoe-Bar Stratton Nearly a million people, it is laconically reported, are in danger of dying of starvation. Mother Earth, Vol. 1 No. 1, March 1906 “Have to take your turn,” he remarked laconically. Anna the Adventuress “In jail,” responded Judith laconically, turning to enter the gate. Judith of the Cumberlands The fellow rose at this, and coolly emptied half a tumbler of whisky; but before he could leave "Four-Eyes" came off the bridge and said laconically— "Whaler on the port-bow." The Iron Pirate A Plain Tale of Strange Happenings on the Sea "Murder," said Julia, laconically; and energetically crumbled bread for the sauce. A Sheaf of Corn The French official communiqués laconically refer to it as "operations in the section north of Arras." New York Times Current History; The European War, Vol 2, No. 4, July, 1915 April-September, 1915 "I think we were just about in time," he said, laconically. Ravensdene Court “I’m not coming with you,” replied Billy laconically. The Mistress of Shenstone "Gone—just as I told you," said Tom, laconically. The Rover Boys in Southern Waters or The Deserted Steam Yacht "Tell me," said Ela, laconically, then, "What is your trouble?" The Secret House "Some of 'em deserves hit," returned Mrs. Lance, laconically. A Tar-Heel Baron "You'd have got just the same answer," said the detective laconically. Ravensdene Court “Now you can get ahead,” he said laconically. Masters of the Wheat-Lands "Hasn't come up again," came laconically from Songbird. The Rover Boys in Southern Waters or The Deserted Steam Yacht “Blowout,” he remarked laconically, walking around to view a shoe that was flat beyond the possibility of doubt. The Radio Boys Trailing a Voice or, Solving a Wireless Mystery I answered his questions laconically, and accepted his offers in the same style as they were offered. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Well," I answered laconically, "I've paid the money for them at any rate. A Queen's Error "Something that will keep till we are alone," replied the young man laconically. The Day of Judgment Griggs was silent for a few moments, and then he laconically uttered the word— “Trap!” The Peril Finders “This is a newspaper man,” he said laconically, looking at Barthorpe. The Herapath Property When one of the young men so trained was asked what he did when he got into the water, he laconically replied, “Sunk.” Moral Principles in Education "All the better," said the old man, laconically. Slow and Sure The Story of Paul Hoffman the Young Street-Merchant "The Spaniards have got 'em," said Mason, laconically. A Voyage with Captain Dynamite The jockey, who was a surly-looking man, of about fifty, looked at me for a moment, then, after some hesitation, said, laconically, ‘Seventy.’ The Romany Rye A Sequel to 'Lavengro' “Queer story, isn’t it, Halfpenny?” he said laconically. The Herapath Property Not for worlds would I have contradicted a gentleman possessed of such an exalted opinion of his country and its institutions, and who answered my questions so courteously and laconically. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 55, No. 343, May 1844 "It is lost, all right," said the detective laconically. The Man Who Knew “Yes,” said Frank laconically, as he kept his eyes fixed nervously upon the chief. In the Mahdi's Grasp “Murdered!” he replied laconically, drawing my attention to a terrible cut across her neck, which I had not observed before, almost severing the head from the body. Crown and Anchor Under the Pen'ant "Gone for a picnic," replied the mate laconically. John Frewen, South Sea Whaler 1904 One of his company officers asked him what was the matter, to which he laconically replied, “Hit,” and continued on his way to the dressing-station in the rear. Bamboo Tales "Prince, your venerable father passed away in the night," said Gerrard laconically. The Path to Honour “That is Fuzby,” said Kenrick laconically, pointing to a straggling village from which a few lights were beginning to glimmer; “and I wish it were buried twenty thousand fathoms under the sea.” St. Winifred's, or The World of School “Black mould—gravel—sand and clay—black sand by itself—and then quartz reef,” replied Seth, laconically, repeating the words as if he were saying a lesson he had learnt from a book. Picked up at Sea The Gold Miners of Minturne Creek "You don't half do her justice, Jim; if you could hear her side—" "I have heard it," laconically. A Little Girl of Long Ago War, with all its horrors, laconically described by General Sherman as hell, is not without its comedy. Bamboo Tales “What would be the worst that could happen if he began proceedings?” said I. “The worst,” answered Jim laconically. Aladdin & Co. A Romance of Yankee Magic "Open it and fire," returned Talbot, laconically, and he pushed back the latch and raised his revolver as he opened the door. A Girl of the Klondike “You bet,” said Seth laconically, with much emphasis. Picked up at Sea The Gold Miners of Minturne Creek "Well," she said, looking laconically into his face: "It's between you and father—" "Of cauce!" he said. The Lost Girl "State of the market," said the Colonel laconically. Flamsted quarries It ended laconically: “An' maybe you'd better go an' do likewise.” The Bishop of Cottontown A Story of the Southern Cotton Mills “No,” he added laconically, “too dark;” and, after a glance toward the woodlands at the east end of the gate, he entered the house whistling merrily. Crown and Sceptre A West Country Story “Spears,” said Uncle Jack, laconically; and the next moment the sound of his powder-flask was heard upon the muzzle of the gun, followed by the ramming down of a wad. The Dingo Boys The Squatters of Wallaby Range When the snuff was very politely declined, she laconically remarked: "Well, some folks don't." The Choctaw Freedmen and The Story of Oak Hill Industrial Academy Bowers immediately went into the wagon, where, after a look at the man mumbling on the bunk, he said laconically: “Tick bite.” The Fighting Shepherdess “The weather is very warm, sir,” said I. “Very,” said the stranger laconically, looking at me for the first time. Lavengro The Scholar, the Gypsy, the Priest "Well, I guess we're out of the dude business," he said, laconically. The Dude Wrangler “Get it,” said Norman, laconically, and his brother ran to where, not fifty yards away, the saddle-bags were lying just as they had been left early that morning. The Dingo Boys The Squatters of Wallaby Range Bradley took his time to answer: "Claimed he was goin' home," he said laconically. Laramie Holds the Range “She’s made of it,” laconically, “and I aims to stay by her.” The Fighting Shepherdess "Time enough to travel," Persis said laconically, "when my family is raised." Other People's Business The Romantic Career of the Practical Miss Dale “Ze Galapagos,” he replied laconically, answering my question off-hand, in his solemn fashion and deep voice. The Island Treasure The disappointed suitor had not long left the presence of the lady, who so laconically denied him, when another appears by her side. The Death Shot A Story Retold "Number seventeen," said the Swiss clerk, laconically, to the waiter who stood at hand, by way of intimating that he should conduct the gentleman to the number he had mentioned. Paul Patoff He laconically expressed his willingness to remain aboard, but refused to have anything to do with the official inquiry. The Shellback's Progress In the Nineteenth Century "Never to wear what!" exclaimed Jackeymo, staring outright at his master's long legs in their linen drawers—"never to wear—" "The breeches," said Riccabocca, laconically. The International Magazine, Volume 2, No. 2, January, 1851 “Rum, an’ not ‘thunder,’ mister,” at once responded Hiram, equally laconically. The Island Treasure "That," replied Morris laconically, "depends on how it is construed!" Union and Democracy "Friday," he answered laconically, which meant that he had been at the Selamlek, attending the Sultan to the weekly service at the mosque. Paul Patoff My left-hand neighbour was a poet, and he chimed in laconically, 'Five.' The Making Of A Novelist An Experiment In Autobiography "He air a new squatter," said Ben laconically, turning to look at the queer pair. Tess of the Storm Country "Spinal meningitis," they said laconically, and they were taking him down to the hospital. The Trail of '98 A Northland Romance Glad to get out of the mess so easily, he explained to us laconically; and now he was eking out his pension by driving a cart for the Vallauris pottery. Riviera Towns Dramas of life do end laconically, like that, as death often comes by casual side-steps. The Black Colonel "Brought up before the magistrate this morning and sentenced to fourteen days without an option for violence," said Barry laconically. The Making of a Soul "Let 'em fight it out," I laconically advised in an aside, and she seemed disposed to take my advice. Some Everyday Folk and Dawn "Remember 'Love' rhymes with 'Dove,' and Cupid with—with—" "Stupid," supplied Dulcie laconically. The Princess of the School "I filled the furnace seven times," he said to me, laconically. On the Stairs "Thank you," said I, laconically, and he moved as if my tone had stung him, which I did not intend, because even in a war parley one may be correct—courteous. The Black Colonel “We shoot spies,” he answered laconically, at the same time shrugging his shoulders as a Frenchman only can do. James Braithwaite, the Supercargo The Story of his Adventures Ashore and Afloat “Good,” said the Doctor, laconically, as he lowered the injured arm after bathing it free from the macerated leaves and bark with which it had been bound up. The Silver Canyon A Tale of the Western Plains “Si!” replied the skipper laconically; and then, asking Rob to accompany him, the Italian lad made for his little cabin to begin the few preparations he had to make. Rob Harlow's Adventures A Story of the Grand Chaco “Spear,” said the man, laconically; and they heard him drag the weapon out of the thwart into which it had stuck. The Rajah of Dah “Kill lion,” said Coffee, laconically; and he worked away as if the lion were round the corner waiting to be killed. Off to the Wilds Being the Adventures of Two Brothers "Got a shanty on the creek there," he said laconically. The Moving Finger A Trotting Christmas Eve at Warwingie Lost! The Loss of the "Vanity" Dick Stanesby's Hutkeeper The Yanyilla Steeplechase A Digger's Christmas “A lantern,” said Mark, laconically; and Tom Fillot trotted aft to the cabin, and came back in five minutes with a light half hidden in his breast. The Black Bar “Carry her,” said my father laconically, as he stepped into our boat and pushed the other off. Mass' George A Boy's Adventures in the Old Savannah “Sleep,” said Ngati laconically, and, taking Jem’s spear, he pointed to where Don was lying. The Adventures of Don Lavington Nolens Volens “No,” said the mate laconically, and as he uttered the word he shut his teeth with a snap. Fitz the Filibuster “Reight!” cried Hickathrift, laconically; and, stooping down, they each took a hand, and half ran half waded through the black boggy mud, till they reached the path from which the young man had strayed. Dick o' the Fens A Tale of the Great East Swamp “Silly,” said the master laconically, and for a time he was silent, marching on behind the men. Cutlass and Cudgel “Hawk!” said Borrow, laconically, and turned up his face and gazed into the sky. The Romany Rye a sequel to "Lavengro" "Devereaux," he said, laconically, "only the Prophet is going to wear a halo here." The Mystics A Novel Madison shrugged his big, square shoulders, and sinking into a chair, said laconically: "I'm sorry." The Easiest Way A Story of Metropolitan Life “Human nature,” said Fritz laconically, expressing thus his opinion of the matter. Fritz and Eric The Brother Crusoes “Why, drop it over the side as soon as you get out to the fishing-ground,” replied the Captain laconically; “and now, I hope, you understand all about it?” Bob Strong's Holidays Adrift in the Channel "Squadron Ten has just completed a search of all asteroids in their assigned area," he said, then added laconically, "Nothing." On the Trail of the Space Pirates “She bore about two points off our port quarter,” I replied as laconically. The Ghost Ship A Mystery of the Sea Still staring idly into the street, she answered laconically: "I'm always bored by such things as that." The Easiest Way A Story of Metropolitan Life “Steady it is!” laconically answered the carpenter, whose trick it was at the wheel, obeying the captain’s directions implicitly. The Wreck of the Nancy Bell Cast Away on Kerguelen Land “Smith,” laconically replied the new boy, looking his questioner in the face. My Friend Smith A Story of School and City Life He is now just William Mackenzie, more or less a citizen, now and then interviewed laconically by a reporter who never can extract anything but arid commonplaces from what he says to the public. The Masques of Ottawa "Burglar alarm," said Tarling laconically, and pushed back the catch, threw up the window, and stepped into the little room where he had interviewed Mr. Milburgh. The Daffodil Mystery Then slowly removing his cigar from his mouth, he asked laconically: "Blue?" The Easiest Way A Story of Metropolitan Life “Down there,” said Mr Meldrum laconically, pointing to the open hatchway. The Wreck of the Nancy Bell Cast Away on Kerguelen Land When it was said to Mr. Fisher, the new "Labour Party" Premier of Australia, that this policy was not Socialism, he replied laconically, "It is my kind of Socialism." Socialism As It Is A Survey of The World-Wide Revolutionary Movement "I did not," answered Pliny, laconically, remembering how far removed from a temperance lecture was the scene in which he had mingled the evening before. Three People "It straightens 'em down, sublimely—to put 'em in here," says Mr. Glentworthy, laconically, lighting his lamp. An Outcast or, Virtue and Faith "Let's," said Sarah laconically, but she slipped a confiding small hand in the doctor's larger one. Rosemary "It's the only thing I know well enough to make a living at it," she said laconically. The Master-Knot of Human Fate "Why not yours?" said I. "Raffles!" said he, laconically, and I understood. R. Holmes & Co. "Neither of us," answered the elder gentleman, laconically. Three People "That's them," declared Baldy, laconically, as he pointed to the retreating horsemen. The Moving Picture Girls at Rocky Ranch Or, Great Days Among the Cowboys "Tire," said Mollie laconically, forestalling the inevitable questions. The Outdoor Girls at Bluff Point Or a Wreck and a Rescue "Warn 'em!" said the girl, laconically, not stopping her pace. Earth's Enigmas A Volume of Stories "Yep," said Holmes, laconically, as he leaned back in his chair and pretended to read. R. Holmes & Co. "To skin you and eat you," returned Johnson laconically. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom "No," he answered laconically, slamming down the lid of the tea-basket. Four Days The Story of a War Marriage "Those that care the most don't always show it," said Atwater, laconically, as they crept back into the tent. The Drummer Boy "Man want see Master," he explained laconically, with the imperturbability of the East. Civilization Tales of the Orient "This is the state drawing-room; this is the library; this is the chapel; this is the bride's suite," the servant announced laconically. The Castle Of The Shadows "There's no show for him," the doctor laconically remarked. The Ordeal A Mountain Romance of Tennessee So he replied laconically: "Guess the captain will tell us all about it after a while, Miss Baring." The Captain of the Kansas But Carleton explained that she could not "make an ascent," as he laconically called it, dressed as she was. The Guests Of Hercules "I was, sire!" said Talleyrand, laconically, "I was able to overhear every word." Napoleon and the Queen of Prussia "If there are, take them down," said Clark laconically. Captain Jinks, Hero "Locked!" exclaimed Betty, laconically, when she had tried the cover of the box. The Outdoor Girls at Ocean View Or, The Box That Was Found in the Sand "Same here," replied the Englishman, laconically, and with this both officers ordered their men to fall back to the launches, carrying with them their wounded comrades. Under the Great Bear "For peace or for war?" queried the savage, laconically. At War with Pontiac The Totem of the Bear “Hit air saw off er chaw off,” he would remark laconically, as he tried first one implement and then the other. The Arena Volume 4, No. 19, June, 1891 "Pioneer people," he observed laconically, "must expect to fight everything from real estate agents to buffaloes." The Way of the Wind "Him," answered Red laconically and jerked his thumb at the Boss. Ralestone Luck "Firing down in Virginia, -" said the major, laconically. Daisy in the Field “He’s after a cat,” remarked the man, laconically. Polly A New-Fashioned Girl "When I shot him through the head," he replied laconically, as if it were the most natural thing in the world. The Empire Annual for Girls, 1911 Dialogues" thus laconically expressed: "I have to-day commenced to read Plato aloud. The Story of a Summer Or, Journal Leaves from Chappaqua "Thank you, my dear," replied the other laconically. Boy Woodburn A Story of the Sussex Downs “Got it through a sea-captain, from India, years ago,” replied the lawyer, laconically. Jerome, A Poor Man A Novel Yonder," he said laconically, and, pointing up the wood, he went on with the song that he could not understand: "Ah, my sweet home, Jerusalem, Would God I were in thee! Mrs. Overtheway's Remembrances He eat his dinner energetically, chatted laconically, but rather pleasantly. The House by the Church-Yard They spoke in short phrases—or as we say, laconically—the word has still persisted. History Of Ancient Civilization "Spider spun it, I guess," answered the young man laconically. Boy Woodburn A Story of the Sussex Downs "Actor?" he questioned laconically, when the younger man paused, his glance wandering appreciatively over the sturdy, erect figure. Beth Norvell A Romance of the West "They is," replied Mr. Toner, humbly and laconically; and his ladylove proceeded thitherward. Two Knapsacks A Novel of Canadian Summer Life "News," replied the visitor, at length, laconically; "ten dollars." The Thin Red Line; and Blue Blood On which Sir Heneage Finch, afterwards Lord Chancellor, laconically observed that Milton deserved hanging. Andrew Marvell Don't know," he said laconically, "and if that were true, where are the bodies?... The Riddle of the Frozen Flame "Fifteen or twenty drops," he said laconically, and laughed. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country "He has done me many a turn in the past," said Jack, laconically. Beyond The Rocks A Love Story "Too late for seals," the Eskimos remarked laconically. Ungava Bob A Winter's Tale Old Dougal welcomed them laconically, without stirring from his seat in the shade. Burned Bridges "Tied oop," he said laconically, in a broad north country accent, and washed his hands of the matter. Fanny Goes to War "Nervous?" she asked laconically, noticing the restless tapping of the other's foot. The Splendid Folly And he began turning the leaves as if searching for a lost place, remarking, laconically: 'Sultry.' The Continental Monthly, Vol. 2, No. 1, July, 1862 He came to my bedside the morning after I entered the hospital, and standing over me with a green shade over one eye, and one hand in a sling, said laconically: "Australian ain't you?" Campaign Pictures of the War in South Africa (1899-1900) Letters from the Front "They merely go for the purpose of seeing the building burn," replied Smith, laconically. The Gold Hunters' Adventures Or, Life in Australia "The Early Christians," replied poppa laconically, "if it's all the same to you." A Voyage of Consolation (being in the nature of a sequel to the experiences of 'An American girl in London') "Ontario," replied George laconically, "my people are farmers down there." The Luck of the Mounted A Tale of the Royal Northwest Mounted Police Then he began to talk, laconically at first, and finally with great fluency. The Tysons (Mr. and Mrs. Nevill Tyson) "Don't be a simpleton, child, and bind yourself with your eyes bandaged," he abruptly and laconically said to her one day. Verner's Pride I rode right up to the porch and, greeting them laconically, made a show of a somewhat tangle-footed cowboy dismounting. The Rustlers of Pecos County "I heard her giggle," he replied laconically, and Winifred subsided into silence. The First Soprano But this particular store had, quite naturally, no facilities for doing a carriage business, a fact which the doorman laconically explained. The Real Adventure "Eben's come," the captain laconically remarked, "So I understand," and the girl smiled. Jess of the Rebel Trail The proposal was submitted to Mr. Thane, who laconically replied, "Let him do his worst, and be ...." Notes of a Twenty-Five Years' Service in the Hudson's Bay Territory Volume I. "Chick Smith has died at second," laconically replied the fan. More Toasts "Yes, we understand each other," she said laconically, as the car drew in to the curb. The Cab of the Sleeping Horse Max stooped laconically to knock the ashes from his pipe. The Keeper of the Door "I will get breakfast when I come back," said Thomas Jefferson laconically. The Go Ahead Boys and Simon's Mine "Yes," replied the boy laconically; "we've run against Shawnees, and about everything that could has happened to us." The Forest Runners A Story of the Great War Trail in Early Kentucky "I'll break every bone in your body!" added Sam; but Bill laconically stayed him with a word. The Daughter of Anderson Crow "Two blocks south and three east, second door on the right hand side," he answered laconically, as he received the fare. The Redemption of David Corson Once when I asked him why he disliked McKinley so much he replied laconically, "The voice is the voice of McKinley, but the hands—are the hands of Hanna." Twelve Men "Hosts," laconically responded my friend, while listening intently to the words of Brown. Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall "Yes," said Weary laconically, still looking into her face. The Lonesome Trail and Other Stories "Well, this is a good one, I reckon," said Mr. Crow laconically, indicating the post-office and general store. The Daughter of Anderson Crow "Well, I put a canary bird back into its cage for you!" he confided laconically. The White Linen Nurse "Two big fish in too small a basket," he responded laconically. Twelve Men Then she looked calmly up into her father's face and said laconically, but to the point:— "Ben lied." Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall "I get you," said Johnny laconically and took himself and his thinkless brain elsewhere. The Thunder Bird Mr. Morley replied laconically, "There is no such rule." Sketches in the House (1893) "He got over it," remarked the Senior Surgeon laconically. The White Linen Nurse "People are not in the habit of resigning important documents simply for the sake of preserving themselves from the charge of discourtesy," Louis laconically observed. True Love's Reward "The law is no respecter of persons or position, madame," laconically responded the detective. Mona "You better let somebody put eyes in that rope, Curly," remarked Phil, laconically, as he stepped aside to avoid a wild rush. When A Man's A Man "You would better give me a list of your debts, then," he said laconically. The Range Dwellers "A woman, eh?" said the Indian Guide laconically. The White Linen Nurse "Sometimes," replied Charleton laconically, as he beat his cold hands together. Judith of the Godless Valley "I'm not so sure about that," he said laconically. Truxton King A Story of Graustark The station agent explained laconically, and the stranger gravely took off his battered hat. Alton of Somasco "Well, same here," he retorted laconically; and that ended our conversation, though we rode stirrup to stirrup for eight miles. The Range Dwellers "Dead!" the other man said laconically, arranging the gardenia in his coat, and taking a comprehensive survey of the room. Flames "Found these in the old Government corral up on Lost Chief Mountain," he said laconically. Judith of the Godless Valley "I'll come," he said, laconically, and Hartley, finishing his drink, went up the staircase. The Pointing Man A Burmese Mystery As to that," replied Law, laconically, "I am no longer master here. The Mississippi Bubble "I can swim," said Felix laconically, implying that, having learnt the art, it no more tempted him. After London Or, Wild England "I sure am," Andy returned laconically, with no attempt to conceal anything. The Happy Family "Headache, I believe," returned the squire laconically, and silence ensued for a few moments. A Tale of a Lonely Parish "So say we all of us," Elizabeth struck in laconically. Kindred of the Dust "Got clear of the Octopus, I should imagine," he said laconically. Halcyone "Glad to," said Godfrey laconically, and led the way out into the hall. The Gloved Hand "Never mind!" answered Joe laconically, helping himself to another glass of milk. Apples, Ripe and Rosy, Sir He tells her laconically that the Prince is saved just as surely as pardon lies in his own wish. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 09 Friedrich Hebbel and Otto Ludwig “Choose swords,” said Hal laconically, as Chester rose to greet the callers. The Boy Allies on the Firing Line Or, Twelve Days Battle Along the Marne "What can we do?" demanded the deputy laconically. The High School Boys in Summer Camp "I had a pain in my side, but it's gone," he said laconically. The Pretty Lady I addressed all my conversation to Dr. Blackwell; the other all his to me, to which I only gave negative or affirmative answers as laconically as I could, except asking him how Mrs. Logan did. George Washington, Volume II The man who owned that store also owned the bank next door, and a little place down the street which was called laconically The Club. Casey Ryan Then Lord Tancred's impatience to get at the matter which interested him became too great to wait longer, so he said laconically: "Well?" The Reason Why "They didn't seem to," laconically answered the actor. Toaster's Handbook Jokes, Stories, and Quotations His face clouded up with anxiety as he glanced at it, and replied laconically, "Viliga dooreet," or "The mountains are fooling." Tent Life in Siberia "Yes," reply I, laconically, hanging my head, for this is a topic on which I feel always guilty, and never diffuse. Nancy "It was an accident, Mrs. Bridger," he said laconically, and went out hastily, leaving her standing there staring after him. The Long Shadow "All right," she answered laconically, and then came over to me. Revelations of a Wife The Story of a Honeymoon "Neither," answered Richard, laconically, a bitter smile parting his lips in spite of himself. Bred in the Bone "You can have third degree for the lot," grunted Peckham laconically. By Advice of Counsel "You never will see that," reply I, laconically, gathering bravery enough to look him in the face, as I deliver this encouraging remark. Nancy "Oh," he said, laconically, "I need the exercise." A Mind That Found Itself An Autobiography "It is a general rule of policy," Frederick had said, "that, in default of unanswerable arguments, it is better to express one's self laconically, and not go beating about the bush." A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 6 Unfortunately for one of the deputies, Richard Winston, he failed to keep up the good understanding, and, as Todd had laconically foretold, he in consequence speedily became very "unhappy." The Winning of the West, Volume 2 From the Alleghanies to the Mississippi, 1777-1783 I guess," answered Pepperill laconically, indulging in his only frequent solecism, "that you wouldn't offer to plead to manslaughter unless you felt pretty sure your client was going to the chair! By Advice of Counsel But, I remember," laconically adds Chetwood, "few people came to ask the reason. The Palmy Days of Nance Oldfield He shook his round head energetically and said laconically: "No, my captain." Mare Nostrum (Our Sea) A Novel "Antelope," he explained laconically; but when likewise he overhauled the revolver hanging at his hip, Margaret was not deceived. Where the Trail Divides To describe this deficiency as laconically as possible, Mr. Colton wanted that mental firmness which the unfortunate Burns has aptly enough termed "Self-control." The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 19, No. 553, June 23, 1832 "It is necessary that we use great precaution for, as you know"---- "I wait your orders," laconically repeated the other. The Red Rover I was listened to with attention, but as soon as I had ended, the presiding examiner said to me very kindly but laconically, 'We presume capabilities: they are to be converted into accomplishments. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 02 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes "We are going to Brest," said Ferragut laconically, "It's the last trip." Mare Nostrum (Our Sea) A Novel "Cyclist?" he asked laconically, as I came up. The Red Thumb Mark Evidently it was well known where "the daungerust place in England" was to be found, for the story laconically says "So he went to Norham." Northumberland Yesterday and To-day Abel answered, as laconically as the hero of Lake Erie in his famous dispatch. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 07, No. 39, January, 1861 The strip of paper on which he had, laconically enough, made his request, lay on his writing-table, and was swept off by a draught of wind as his valet entered to dress his hair. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 02 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes "It is probable that we shall run across each other again," she said laconically. Mare Nostrum (Our Sea) A Novel It was from Max Wisler, the San Francisco detective, and it said laconically, "Don't let A. M. visit C. G." The Port of Adventure "Nobody," replied, even more laconically, the jailer, shutting the door before the nose of the prisoner. The Black Tulip "I proved, over fifteen years ago, that there WASN'T," Peaceful drawled laconically, and sucked so hard upon his pipe that his cheeks held deep hollows. Good Indian The cobbler eyed us from head to foot, with superlative contempt, and laconically replied ‘Nuffin.’ Sketches by Boz, illustrative of everyday life and every-day people "He went to get a horse and cart," said Brogard, laconically, as with a surly gesture, he shook off from his arm that pretty hand which princes had been proud to kiss. The Scarlet Pimpernel "Or the best," suggested Lite laconically, as he led the way down the hall and out to the rain-drenched, waiting taxicab. Jean of the Lazy A "I bought a whole piece of the brown," said Miranda laconically. Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm The jockey, who was a surly-looking man, of about fifty, looked at me for a moment, then, after some hesitation, said, laconically, “Seventy.” The Romany Rye "Count me in, Professor," said Mr. Quincey Morris, laconically as usual. Dracula "Drunk again," said the turnkey, laconically, as he let me in. The Burial of the Guns "We can always pay our creditors and let you whistle," Rostocker reminded him, laconically. The Market-Place Don't speak laconically to me,' she said with deprecation. A Pair of Blue Eyes His idea of her was the thing of most consequence, not Arabella herself, he sometimes said laconically. Jude the Obscure "What shall we do exactly?" asked Mr. Morris laconically. Dracula To Clinton he said laconically, "To hold this spot to the last man." Les Misérables "Called on me at my office," answered Mr. Van Hoeren laconically. The Middle of Things "No!" said the captain, laconically, and looking at his lovely burdens with great affection. The Spy "Useful man—for a job of that sort," said the detective laconically. The Talleyrand Maxim "Smallpox!" said the doctor laconically, "and a tough case at that." Lo, Michael! "Thanks," laconically, laying the paper down on the desk. I Spy To which I laconically answered, 'No.' 'But I suppose you mean to give bail, sir?' The Adventures of Hugh Trevor "No doubt, madam," continued the doctor, laconically, bowing low, and giving room to the ladies to pass. The Spy "Skipper o' this craft?" asked the principal detective laconically. Scarhaven Keep Accordingly, when the audience took place, Duchastel, who headed the deputation, said to him laconically: "Sire, the national legislative assembly is sitting; we are deputed to inform you of this." History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 "Bully!" said Jud laconically, and started to the house of another friend, where a few words secured a boy of his age a holiday. Michael O'Halloran The young man saw her hesitation and said laconically— "Well?" His Hour These you accord laconically, a word at a time, in answer to direct question, between puffs of smoke. The Forest "It's a cinch you'll take the front seat," he remarked, laconically. Chip, of the Flying U "I must refuse," said Christian laconically, almost before the words had left the Jesuit's lips. The Slave of the Lamp "The little mare's well," the boy answered, laconically. Thoroughbreds "Men all gone off somewhere," said Jim laconically, proceeding to let his pony go. A Little Bush Maid "Wolves!" answered the leader of the club, laconically. Guns and Snowshoes Or, the Winter Outing of the Young Hunters "By telling her lies," returned Helen wearily and laconically. The Pagans "When a man has made a fortune easily he gets rid of it easily," said Louis, laconically. Cord and Creese "Third," he answered, laconically, schooling his voice to indifference. Thoroughbreds When he came back, he laconically stated what had passed as follows: "He thinks it very likely that we cannot make the House swallow Zebehr, but he thinks he could." The Life of the Rt. Hon. Sir Charles W. Dilke, Volume 2 "My man don't make mistakes," she said laconically. The Sturdy Oak A composite Novel of American Politics by fourteen American authors "There is nothing but bad news," he said laconically. Barlasch of the Guard "There she is!" said the inventor laconically, pointing across the gulf. Mr. Hawkins' Humorous Adventures "That's saddling," he remarked, laconically; "I must go and have a bit on the mare, and then take a look at her before she goes out." Thoroughbreds Sir Charles Dilke was returned by a majority of two to one, and, he writes laconically, 'in August was well received in the House of Commons.' The Life of the Rt. Hon. Sir Charles W. Dilke, Volume 2 But the workmen remained obstinately, like a flock of sheep at a fence, and replied laconically that they had come to see "the general himself"; it was evident that they were firmly determined. The Possessed (The Devils) One of the white scouting party laconically stated that he used his revolver to blow out their brains because the rifle spattered up the cave too much. Hunting with the Bow and Arrow "They have come to taste of the fresh air, they have," laconically remarked our driver, as his round Norman eyes ran over the muscled bodies of the two athletes. In and out of Three Normady Inns |
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