| 单词 | loftily |
| 例句 | He dismisses the idea loftily and informs me I know nothing about it. All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z “Really,” Hermione said loftily as they passed the girls, now squabbling over the lipstick. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z Madness, in my admittedly limited experience, is accompanied by no superpowers; being mentally unwell doesn’t make you loftily intelligent any more than having the flu does. Turtles All the Way Down 2017-10-10T00:00:00Z “I’d want to come back as a cow,” said Mini loftily. Aru Shah and the End of Time 2018-03-27T00:00:00Z It must have cost a good deal of Estraven’s money, that money I had loftily handed over to him in Mishnory. The Left Hand of Darkness 1969-03-01T00:00:00Z “The wonders of the monarchy,” Henry says loftily. Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z “Ginny’s got other brothers to set her an example, Mother,” said Percy loftily. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z Lyra imagined the Chaplain speaking loftily, listening to the star daemons’ remarks, and then nodding judiciously or shaking his head in regret. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z “You can’t trust everything you read in the demons’ papers,” Uncle observed loftily. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z “You don’t understand the royals,” he said loftily, moments before the royal groom bent down for a second, but still far from ardent try. The TV Watch: While British Hew to Tradition, Americans Want to Feel the Love 2011-04-29T19:05:14Z “It probably isn’t very logical or efficient to use music to investigate the true nature of being and the human condition,” Kate Soper writes in the notes for her loftily titled new album. 5 Classical Music Albums You Can Listen to Right Now 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z “You don’t understand the royals,” he said loftily, moments before the groom bent down for a second, but still far from ardent, try. The TV Watch: Passion Versus Pageantry in Royal Wedding Reports 2011-05-03T21:47:28Z A two-and-a-half-hour opera whose action is symbolic and whose purpose is loftily didactic, in which the dramatic pulse beats rather slowly and sometimes vanishes altogether, can be tough going at times. The Pilgrim's Progress – review 2012-11-06T17:51:52Z This would be a chance, I wrote loftily, to “disconnect our devices and reconnect with each other.” Motherlode: Please Don't Say "Break a Leg" 2011-03-07T14:44:06Z He's a little too loftily impassive, finally, and perhaps a little too interested in creating crystalline verbal beauty, to compel the word "great", at least without strong reservations. All That Is by James Salter – review 2013-05-11T13:01:01Z Within 25 years of Walpole’s death in 1797, the politician and writer Lord Macaulay was loftily condemning him as “the most eccentric, the most artificial, the most fastidious of men.” Special Report: Museums: The Gothic Pioneer Horace Walpole Finally Gets His Due 2011-03-22T17:00:08Z “Normally, for a news story to continue beyond the first 24-hour news cycle, something newsworthy must occur,” he writes loftily, but “The Rogue” is filled with proof to the contrary. Books of The Times: Joe McGinniss?s ?The Rogue,? on Sarah Palin - Review 2011-09-14T22:26:37Z It’s as though the subject of food lends the series either a wish-fulfillment aspect or a loftily artistic one. Review: 'Feed the Beast' Will Leave You Hungry 2016-06-03T04:00:00Z But the Mexican director was keen to downplay his credentials as Cannes’s ultimate arbiter of good taste, loftily explaining: “I don’t like to judge films. I like to be impregnated by them.” Cannes 2019 week one roundup: zombies, babies and a sleeping Bill Murray 2019-05-18T04:00:00Z Davenport loftily asserted that “the Blacks seemed inferior to the Whites in ability to criticize absurd statements.” Hitler’s favorite American: “Biological fascism” in the shadow of New York City 2014-03-23T10:58:00Z They speak loftily about establishing a strict framework for their children’s behavior that still leaves room for plenty of freedom within the limits. Books of The Times: ?Bringing Up B?b?,? a French-Influenced Guide by Pamela Druckerman 2012-02-07T22:55:40Z “We are the root of all our problems,” he says, adding loftily, “Violence, in other words, is ignorance.” ‘Legion’ Season 1, Episode 4: Mind Games 2017-03-01T05:00:00Z "This is spiritual medicine for Chinese society", Wang said loftily, nodding at the foot-high handwritten manuscript of his 12th and latest book. Wang Xiaofang exposes world of Chinese bureaucracy 2011-02-25T19:19:44Z Mr. Bangalter talks earnestly and often loftily in fluent English, sometimes breaking off to consult with his partner in French. Daft Punk Gets Human With a New Album 2013-05-15T12:00:18Z I was informed, rather loftily, that I could pick up my case from the airport in Pisa. Once upon a life: Paul Bailey 2011-01-09T00:05:19Z And in 1946 it was loftily repurposed as headquarters for the General Assembly of the newly formed United Nations. At the Queens Museum, Home and the World 2020-10-29T04:00:00Z They are often juxtaposed with images from 1960s Civil Rights protests, and tellingly — loftily, perhaps — the show is subtitled “a fútbol framed freedom suite.” Review: Life is Soccer, and Soccer is Life, in ‘/peh-LO-tah/’ 2017-10-19T04:00:00Z Two hours long and containing songs lasting 30 minutes, it is loftily described by frontman Michael Gira as "the culmination of every other Swans album". Swans: The Seer – review 2012-08-23T20:00:01Z He was a devoted practitioner of the high style, committed to a loftily intellectual sense of the poetic vocation, with an encyclopedic range of historical and literary references embedded in syntactically knotty lines. Geoffrey Hill, Dense and Allusive British Poet, Is Dead at 84 2016-07-01T04:00:00Z It would all be too much, a loftily ambitious failure, if Jessup, only 22 and promising major things ahead, didn’t haunt us so much. These Are the Shows and Stars That Emmy Shouldn’t Ignore 2016-07-12T04:00:00Z Danchev can be loftily obscure, but better this than the bluff populism of Will Gompertz in What Are You Looking At? Best art books of 2012 – review 2012-12-01T11:00:01Z On March 25, 1893, 3,500 fans — some in the bleachers, some in grandstands, and 200 seated loftily in their own carriages — rang cowbells and blew horns to herald the entrance of the Angels. Before Dodger Stadium, L.A. played ball downtown, out of town and even on Catalina Island 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z The president - a wealthy businessman and former liberation struggle icon, once backed by Nelson Mandela to succeed him - loftily declared that he was innocent. Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa's president considers future amid corruption scandal 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z Political allies warn he will need to consult lawmakers, unions and civil society more and do away with the top-down governing style of his first term which he himself loftily described as “Jupiterian”. Analysis-In troubled France, no honeymoon for re-elected Macron 2022-04-24T04:00:00Z When his popularity underwent the second-quickest plunge in French presidential history, one of his advisers, asked what mistakes the government had made, answered loftily: “We were probably too intelligent, too subtle.” Opinion | Unsettled governance and political loathing are as French as brie 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z And in 10th, there’s North Carolina, already perceived so loftily ahead of the third season of the second iteration in Chapel Hill for Coach Mack Brown. Analysis | The college football AP top 25 preseason poll has Alabama at No. 1 with usual schools in pursuit 2021-08-16T04:00:00Z Wang Zhonglin, the city’s top party official, spoke loftily of Wuhan’s ambitions at a December forum promoting economic development along the Yangtze River. A Year After Wuhan, China Tells a Tale of Triumph (and No Mistakes) 2021-01-10T05:00:00Z When he talks of Napa farming, Mr. Beckstoffer speaks loftily, invoking paragons of American culture like skyscrapers and jazz. The Grapelord of Napa Faces a Threat Worse Than Plague 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z And those who loftily counter-argue that literature is more meaningful than specific demographic experiences are often writing from privileged positions, usually about the specific demographic experiences of straight, white men. How to write a Booker contender – by Margaret Atwood, Salman Rushdie and others 2019-10-05T04:00:00Z She watched him struggle to wash his foot, and loftily told him that she had seen such conditions “healed completely” by Christian Science. Dying the Christian Science way: the horror of my father’s last days 2019-08-06T04:00:00Z But on Tuesday night, the hopefuls demanded attention, lobbed accusations, tossed off memorable one-liners and loftily expounded on the virtues of America. In Detroit, Democratic fringe debaters mount a move to the fore 2019-07-31T04:00:00Z In Pyongyang, Kim Jong Un’s grandfather and father are on similar display in the loftily named Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, a monument to the cult of personality that surrounds North Korea’s ruling family. Body language: The Russian science keeping North Korea's dead... 2019-03-05T05:00:00Z It is incredibly awkward to have to explain concepts such as “the Saudis” and “shitbaggery” to the Fifa president, who seems loftily to imagine himself above politics, and certainly above being politically manipulated. Saudi scheme shows Fifa remains the world’s most expensive laundry service | Marina Hyde 2018-10-24T04:00:00Z Anyway, Infantino went on to explain the point of football to Castellanos in a loftily genial, finger-wagging way that I hope an international striker was able to dimly cotton on to. Fifa’s treatment of Women’s World Cup final keeps ‘virus’ contained | Marina Hyde 2018-10-10T04:00:00Z The Notre Dame professor discourses on modernity’s prevailing political philosophy and loftily pronounces it dead. Opinion | Liberalism is loneliness 2018-04-06T04:00:00Z “Of the part of solitude that it implies, and of the end of innocence that it announces,” Mr. Macron added loftily. Emmanuel Macron Becomes France’s Answer to Strongman Populism 2018-03-22T04:00:00Z "This is our new American moment," he said loftily in the early moments of his address. Dueling Trumps deliver a State of the Union speech likely to widen a deep partisan divide 2018-01-31T05:00:00Z Hunt loftily despised Joseph Johnson, one of the organisers of the Manchester meeting, for being a brush-maker. The bloody clash that changed Britain 2018-01-04T05:00:00Z Your blogger challenges any bitcoin operator to praise his own disruptions more loftily. Bitcoin is fiat money, too 2017-09-22T04:00:00Z “Choosing to write a genre novel is like fencing the universe because you are afraid of space,” said Gregory, loftily. 'Lazy and sloppy': historical novelist Philippa Gregory's bizarre take on genre writing 2017-08-14T04:00:00Z But those of us who listened in despair last year to American friends loftily declare there was no substantive difference between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have been here before. Le Pen is a far-right Holocaust revisionist. Macron isn’t. Hard choice? | Hadley Freeman 2017-04-25T04:00:00Z When Clay advised him to propose nothing that Congress was likely to reject, Adams replied loftily that he would “look to a practicability of a longer range than a simple session of Congress.” America’s First ‘Rigged’ Presidential Election 2016-10-28T04:00:00Z At Mr. Katvan’s apartment, Mr. Malek spoke loftily about the need for justice and dignity, and about how these were absent from his New York experience so far, especially in the homeless shelter. The Ever-So-Stylish Newspaper Salesman 2016-08-05T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, Obama loftily called upon Congress to rise above ideology and partisanship in approving his nominee. Win one for Nino 2016-02-18T05:00:00Z It might not be very on-brand behaviour for the loftily principled, but LCD Soundsystem don’t need to play live again, by reasonable accounts, for the money. When someone great is gone: is the LCD Soundsystem comeback a good idea? 2016-01-05T05:00:00Z The drugs giant talks loftily about “embracing our responsibility to society”. Social saints, fiscal fiends 2015-12-29T05:00:00Z Luckily this dead-ender followed up by loftily informing me that different guns are used for different activities and different purposes. Meet the Second Amendment dead-enders: The gun fetishists whose zombie arguments kill reform 2015-10-07T04:00:00Z Not everyone, warned Global Times, is as “good-tempered” as China, whose officials loftily ignored the slur. Dodging peril 2015-01-22T05:00:00Z And yet, despite their radically different approaches, the high- and low-tech culinary camps share a common desire to create a more sustainable food supply and, less loftily, to capitalize on people’s appetites. Rethinking Eating 2014-08-23T04:00:00Z On the stand in Oakland in June, he testified loftily about sports providing “social cohesion” on campus, but only if administered according to the NCAA’s “core values” of amateurism and education. The Insurgents Who Could Bring Down the NCAA 2014-08-21T04:00:00Z The default position of the staff involved, as with most civil servants, is to loftily declare that they expect little — and receive less — in the way of support or inspiration from their boss, the commissioner. Europe needs a research leader who will lead 2014-08-05T04:00:00Z Mr Salmond—who, like his opponents, deplores personal abuse—loftily plans to offer another olive branch. Divided together 2014-05-15T04:00:00Z Indiana Jones might be a swashbuckling, thrill-seeking archaeologist who once loftily claimed “I’m a scientist. Nothing shocks me.” Serpentine Style: The Physics of Flying Snakes 2014-03-14T21:19:05Z On March 10 he appeared at offices in Washington, D.C., to deliver an address loftily titled “Sparking Dynamic Growth in 21st Century America.” Marco Rubio's Got a Plan for Everything 2014-03-13T09:59:03Z I explain loftily that spectrum is nothing to do with a 1960s children's programme but is "the hidden infrastructure that underpins technology, manufacturing and services". 3G bad, 4G better? 2013-10-02T13:31:51Z Does he settle on immigration as a ripe C2DE issue, or steer loftily clear, as heretofore? Can Lord Hall give 'em what they want? It's particularly tricky at the BBC 2013-04-06T23:05:43Z Governments of the Industrial World", it opened, loftily, "you weary giants of flesh and steel, I come from Cyberspace, the new home of Mind. Will the internet end up controlled by big business and politicians? 2012-12-23T00:09:15Z The boys paid for the sliced bread and tomatoes and tin of tuna they bought, thanking the shopkeeper loftily as they left. Tessa Hadley: “An Abduction.” 2012-07-02T04:00:00Z "Of course, there is no reason," he said loftily, adding with ungracious ingratitude, "and it was extremely out of place for you to look shocked when I told you of my purpose." Mariquita A Novel 2012-04-24T02:00:19.737Z Certainly the Cambrians did not see why they should take, intellectually, a second place to these loftily and botanically thinking ones, merely because they chose to pay a little attention to appearances also. Mushroom Town 2012-04-21T02:00:25.923Z No one was so loftily placed as to be beyond their reach, no one so humble as to escape their spies. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume II 2012-04-18T02:00:12.957Z "I am not going into the question of right and wrong," replied Dorothy, loftily. The Vanity Girl 2012-04-12T02:00:26.883Z "Ah! well, that is because you have no aristocracy," he said, loftily. A Gamble with Life 2012-04-11T02:00:33.587Z "Well, kneel down and lick my boot," Edred commanded loftily, "and you can have pax." Rich Relatives 2012-04-05T02:00:45.670Z Altogether Reade seems to have been the sort of man whom the "Saturday Review," for example, ought to have taken promptly up and patted on the back and loftily patronized. Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches 2012-04-01T02:00:10.050Z It seems to me nobly passionate, loftily angry and sad, but not ashamed. The Near East Dalmatia, Greece and Constantinople 2012-03-26T02:00:38.077Z "If the Stewards wish for an explanation," said Tony, loftily, "they can have an explanation." The Vanity Girl 2012-04-12T02:00:26.883Z "And came under my care," Tug interrupted, loftily. The Ice Queen 2012-03-22T02:00:40.843Z I dared not be false to her again; I could not, after speaking so loftily, fall so low. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z There was little of the loftily spiritual in his manner or appearance. Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches 2012-04-01T02:00:10.050Z His teachings are given as eternal truths revealed by the God of nature; and they rise loftily above the vague theorizings of the investigator, or the uncertain gibberish of the diseased intellect. Joseph Smith as Scientist A Contribution to Mormon Philosophy 2012-03-12T03:00:27.817Z But no; on we go, deeply conceited about the one thing we know and like, and loftily severe as to the ignorance of other persons concerning it. Horace Chase 2012-03-08T03:00:09.693Z We must not, then, call every strange event miraculous; nor, what is worse, are we rashly to make the supernatural a matter to be explained away loftily by the impudence of half science. Essays In Pastoral Medicine 2012-03-05T03:00:09.993Z To play the suppliant, he who had raised his head so high, and by virtue of an undoubted touch of genius had carried it so loftily, this was bad enough. Ovington's Bank 2012-02-28T03:00:25.267Z "No more than that stool," said the Van Eyck, loftily. The Cloister and the Hearth A Tale of the Middle Ages 2012-02-17T03:00:30.347Z What to her were the Hojos; their illustrious name which was hers--that name about which the silly Masago had preached so loftily--now that they were on the brink of ruin? The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z "You must apply to somebody who has rheumatism, Mr. Chase," answered Etheridge, loftily. Horace Chase 2012-03-08T03:00:09.693Z Sam loftily turned a deaf ear to the remark, and continued his address. A Life's Secret A Novel 2012-02-13T03:00:17.060Z I confess," Laurence interrupted, loftily, "that I do not set much store by its being read. Poor Relations 2012-02-11T03:04:00.973Z The most dignified course was silence; he saw this, and drew himself up and made loftily for the door, followed close by his little boy and big basket. The Cloister and the Hearth A Tale of the Middle Ages 2012-02-17T03:00:30.347Z "Good evening, my man," he said loftily and would have passed on. The Bushranger's Secret 2012-02-09T03:00:14.847Z “Then it will be over, anyhow,” spoke up the child, “and I might as well get scared tonight as any other night,” she concluded loftily. The Girl Scouts at Rocky Ledge Nora's Real Vacation 2012-01-20T03:00:14.427Z It was fine and chilly, and already a mist was rising from Nethermere, veiling the farther shore, where the trees rose loftily, suggesting groves beyond the Nile. The White Peacock 2012-01-14T03:00:21.627Z "Oh, we only dress up on Sundays," Viola said, loftily. Poor Relations 2012-02-11T03:04:00.973Z “It is not my custom to turn my back upon an enterprise,” said Palmerin loftily. Legends & Romances of Spain 2012-01-10T03:00:18.593Z "I don't think anything about you, my man," replied Gray loftily. The Bushranger's Secret 2012-02-09T03:00:14.847Z "No; but it's queer that a chap who wants to go into the Navy should come to Black Anchor with all its associations of us Drakes," said George loftily. A Drake by George! 2012-01-09T03:00:22.163Z When they were actually on a dish, I said loftily:— "Please remember for the future that when we say we want cutlets, this is what we mean." By Desert Ways to Baghdad 2011-12-18T03:00:22.240Z If ever you can coax these woods people to let the boy come to town, Elmer," he went on to say loftily, though also with considerable feeling, "I'll promise to interest my folks in him. Boy Scouts: Tenderfoot Squad or, Camping at Raccoon Lodge 2011-12-15T03:00:17.777Z While we were arguing that moot point, the sun dipped behind the loftily looming wall of brown-black cliff across the river and the trouble settled itself automatically. Down the Columbia 2011-12-10T03:00:16.583Z Basil looked annoyed, but could hardly do other than follow the others from the room, though he loftily declined the invitation to the surgery. Paddy-The-Next-Best-Thing 2011-12-08T03:00:28.210Z His lordship will be having a copy you can consult,' replied Rhys quite as loftily. The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z "I was speaking of the best way," declared Sauce Pan glancing loftily at Mary Frances. The Mary Frances Cook Book Adventures Among the Kitchen People 2011-12-06T03:00:20.300Z I said loftily, that there had been nothing the matter with the man but Christmas Eve, and inquired if Flurry knew his name and address. Further Experiences of an Irish R.M. 2011-11-24T03:00:44.527Z The awning which usually sheltered the inclosure from the sun had been rolled up and the cooling sky bent loftily over it. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z "Not in the least," replied the lady loftily. The Wireless Officer 2011-10-24T02:00:17.560Z “How loftily he thinks, how noble his thoughts are!” Ecstasy: A Study of Happiness A Novel 2011-10-18T02:00:20.340Z Coming into the forge he walked straight towards Smetse, holding his head loftily and without deigning to notice any of the workmen. Flemish Legends 2011-10-10T02:00:21.467Z Dead silence for a moment, then,— "Put him in the cell," said Hoover, and turned loftily away. From School to Battle-field A Story of the War Days 2011-10-10T02:00:19.987Z "Oxford slang leaves me cold," she said, loftily. The Sins of the Children A Novel 2011-10-09T02:00:27.520Z But I hear your women live most blessedly; there is no such thing as jealousy among the husbands; if any man has horns, he bears them as loftily as a stag, and as inoffensively. Dryden's Works Vol. 3 (of 18) Sir Martin Mar-All; The Tempest; An Evening's Love; Tyrannic Love 2011-10-08T02:00:22.420Z "I'll take care of that part of the business," Sam replied, loftily, and Dan immediately put into operation his plan of "sitting" on the amateur detective. The Adventures of a Country Boy at a Country Fair 2011-10-08T02:00:21.640Z Again Ruth's step was heard in the passage outside, and again Ruth, loftily sulky but omitting no point of her duty, stood with the door-knob in her hand. A Crooked Mile 2011-10-03T02:00:26.870Z "Any proper and necessary expense incurred by George would have been promptly allowed," says Park, loftily, "had he seen fit to confide in me or in his mother." From School to Battle-field A Story of the War Days 2011-10-10T02:00:19.987Z "Hark, my masters," sneered Matthew loftily, "she calls to Satan for help." The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z Now I kin wrap dis tape aroun’ it an’ fix it, so’s you kin water your gardens,” explained Rachel loftily. Natalie: A Garden Scout 2011-09-18T02:00:30.203Z Dodo introduced her mother to the strangers; she smiled loftily at the Ashbys, but was very effusive over Mr. Fabian. Polly and Her Friends Abroad 2011-09-18T02:00:29.443Z "Of course you must believe only what you choose," said he loftily. Tiny Luttrell 2011-09-07T02:00:16.757Z We are constantly and loftily informed that we are obsessed with celebrities, when it stands to reason that those most obsessed with celebrity are celebrities themselves. Sorry, Richard Branson ? we didn't care about your blaze 2011-08-27T23:07:47Z It was galling to the ambitious, self-seeking sophomore, but she loftily ignored Natalie’s frigidity. Marjorie Dean College Junior 2011-08-27T02:00:22.827Z "As the conduct of the case is not in my hands," he answered loftily, "my opinion is of no moment." The Sixth Sense A Novel 2011-08-24T02:00:18.870Z Nay, Deb," said her brother loftily, "let me be the best judge of where I take thee and whom thou dost meet. A Maid of Many Moods 2011-08-23T02:00:27.517Z "Because you have guarded my person well," said he, loftily, "you need no flight to save yourselves, for I promise you intercession and favor with the hetman." With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z Mrs. Temple examined them critically, though, and the general was loftily complimentary. Throckmorton 2011-07-25T02:00:15.900Z This attitude alone might have recommended the religion in some quarters, and would not have seriously embarrassed it in any, supposing it to have been loftily and worthily sustained. The Cradle of the Christ A Study in Primitive Christianity 2011-07-19T02:00:18.297Z What he had tolerated in others before, though loftily repudiated for himself, now became utterly loathsome—in King or commoner, black and most foul. House of Torment A Tale of the Remarkable Adventures of Mr. John Commendone, Gentleman to King Phillip II of Spain at the English Court 2011-07-15T02:00:24.257Z “Oh, I’m sure I don’t know,” she answered loftily, as if the bare suspicion of her knowing anything about them was an imputation to be resented. Dorrien of Cranston 2011-07-07T02:00:31.540Z Alas for their city! their grandly respectable city! their loftily reasonable city! The Princess and Curdie 2011-07-06T02:00:49.480Z Tola's parents had barely opened their house to this blessed guest when we began to live more broadly and loftily than ever before. Hania 2011-07-04T02:00:18.053Z Men began to build so lightly and loftily that walls soon assumed the appearance of mere framings to the huge windows that characterize this ultimate phase of Gothic architecture. The Dover Road Annals of an Ancient Turnpike 2011-07-04T02:00:17.130Z “My daughter will give you a check for the first month’s rent in advance,” said Mrs. Pope loftily. The Brute 2011-06-30T02:00:30.283Z It talks loftily of the "holy marriage of hearts," and of the sacredness of the affection; but in all this would only depreciate the sacredness of the outward relation. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 1-98, 1850-1899 None 2011-06-27T02:01:02.870Z Very well done, my dear," he said loftily; "very well done. Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z “I am not,” I replied frigidly, and looked loftily past him for the remainder of the five minutes’ ride to the station. The Camp Fire Girls on the Open Road or, Glorify Work 2011-06-23T02:00:25.403Z What a broad, dreary plain, loftily encompassed with ruins, gardens and temples, covered with prostrate capitals of columns, and with single upright pillars, and with trees and a dumb wilderness! Titan: A Romance Vol. II (of 2) 2011-06-14T02:00:26.670Z "You are very impolite, to say the very least; in fact I am rather surprised at you," the youngest Miss Litchfield says loftily. Zoe; Or, Some Day A Novel 2011-06-11T02:00:13.290Z This man in black and scarlet, this aristocrat, addressed him, not as one man to another, but loftily as a king to a subject. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z And he was prone to hold himself up as a model to his friends in both particulars, lecturing them loftily on 63 faith and conduct while he was living without scruple on their bounty. Life of John Keats His Life and Poetry, his Friends, Critics and After-fame 2011-06-10T02:00:19.290Z “I am not myself,” I replied loftily, “but it’s not my stomach.” The Camp Fire Girls on the Open Road or, Glorify Work 2011-06-23T02:00:25.403Z "I am not aware," said the Major loftily, "why you should interest yourself in my private affairs." The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z “It’s very unwise to give servants too much liberty,” disagreed Mignon loftily. Marjorie Dean High School Senior 2011-06-06T02:00:09.407Z I’m just sorry for him ’cause he’s a human being,” declared Tess, loftily. The Corner House Girls' Odd Find Where they made it, and What the Strange Discovery led to 2011-05-31T02:00:34.950Z It is true that we often speak without it, and more loftily than it. Lectures on the true, the beautiful and the good 2011-05-25T02:00:17.943Z "You can give it to Beppo when he comes," she said, drawing herself up loftily. The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z "He was a classmate and intimate friend of Jack's," said Mrs. Allston, loftily. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z And what is loftily referred to as the hydrogen infrastructure — the necessary network of filling stations — is lacking. German Company Invents Zero-Emission Power For RVs 2011-05-20T19:58:37Z The treatment of the army of the Revolution by the Continental Congress was unworthy the fame of that body which Lord Chatham so loftily praised to Dr. Franklin. From the Easy Chair, series 3 2011-05-14T02:00:12.237Z "It means two extra seats in a room that's already overcrowded," declared Opal loftily. A Fortunate Term 2011-05-12T02:00:10.623Z For Theodore's political opinions have undergone a great revulsion, and he is now loftily contemptuous of the territorial aristocracy. That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 3 2011-04-26T02:00:25.180Z I am not ashamed of it,' continued the young man, a little loftily. Heriot's Choice A Tale 2011-04-20T02:00:22.760Z Old Billy listened to this dialogue among the fisher-fellows about him, and smiled loftily. The Deemster 2011-04-08T02:00:08.197Z "Inquire if Mrs. Hendrie is at home," said the footman loftily. The Way of the Strong 2011-04-07T02:00:21.387Z "Not directly as yet; but he is quite open with me," and the good woman smiled loftily. The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z "In young Capriani's case there would be no need for you to trouble yourself about your son-in-law's position," said the baroness loftily. 'Gloria Victis!' A Romance 2011-03-26T02:00:13.597Z "I daresay you don't know who I am," she went on loftily. Unlucky A Fragment of a Girl's Life 2011-03-24T02:00:14.360Z The Archdeacon glanced over his grandson loftily and made no reply. The Deemster 2011-04-08T02:00:08.197Z Garnier famously shrugged off the controversy by loftily remarking: "I'm not Mother Teresa." Andrew Witty of GSK: 'Big firms have allowed themselves to be seen as detached from society' 2011-03-20T00:04:22Z “Oh, Major Grant will attend to that,” she replied loftily. Joscelyn Cheshire A Story of Revolutionary Days in the Carolinas 2011-03-10T03:00:48.177Z My good man," said the officer, loftily, "you don't know what is best for you. The Road to Paris 2011-03-07T03:00:11.103Z "My mother has invited you, and my aunt says that you may come," returned Agatha still loftily. Unlucky A Fragment of a Girl's Life 2011-03-24T02:00:14.360Z "It's no more than I deserve," Dan mumbled; and at that word old Gorry whipped about as before, repeating loftily, "Sit ye there, sit ye there." The Deemster 2011-04-08T02:00:08.197Z "I'm going to stay out and hunt for as long as I want to," Bud said loftily. The Black Fawn 2011-03-07T03:00:09.513Z An almost visible sneer on his face, Frosty paraded up and down the row of crates, looked intently at the occupants of each and turned loftily away. Swamp Cat 2011-03-06T03:00:20.453Z The philosopher speculated loftily about atoms and the nature of things, but he had no practical experience of enamels and pigments and philters and so forth. A Short History of the World 2011-03-04T03:01:03.147Z "Why, I should hope my personal direction of that conversation, and—and things, has been such as I should wish," said the peer, very loftily. The Tenants of Malory Volume 3 of 3 2011-03-04T03:00:53.937Z "Americans don't believe in working their women," he declared, loftily. The High Heart 2011-03-04T03:00:52.683Z “It is not in accordance with my principles,” said Regina, loftily. The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker A Novel 2011-03-01T03:00:46.487Z If the public taste in any direction, in politics, in letters, or any of the other Arts grows debased, and current critical opinion follows the debasement, Literature can only stand apart, or loftily reprehend them. The Bridling of Pegasus Prose Papers on Poetry 2011-02-26T03:00:51.130Z “I had been, my good fellow!” said the raccoon loftily. The Joyous Story of Toto 2011-02-16T03:00:35.520Z I am not surprised at anything those two do,” scoffed the rich girl, loftily. Nan Sherwood at Lakeview Hall Or the Mystery of the Haunted Boathouse 2011-02-14T03:00:33.337Z "There are more kinds of dishonor than one," I explained, loftily, "and to me the blackest would be in allowing you to dictate to me." The High Heart 2011-03-04T03:00:52.683Z This was said loftily, almost carelessly, as though the large size of the pension made any unexpected demand upon it a mere trifle, and with a gentle, sweet look of pride. Oldfield A Kentucky Tale of the Last Century 2011-02-13T03:00:19.953Z "No, thank you," loftily: "I am not a receiver of stolen goods; and it is stolen, remember that." Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z Robespierre talks loftily of the dignity of the Republic ... her impartial justice.... Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z "Herr Wehlau, I must beg you to desist from such ill-timed pleasantry!" he said, loftily. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z "They won't give themselves airs over me twice," replied her husband loftily. Abington Abbey A Novel 2011-01-30T03:00:14.557Z And this Miss Judy said loftily, almost haughtily, in a tone calculated to inform the young gentleman that Miss Wendall's mother and uncle were personages to be reckoned with. Oldfield A Kentucky Tale of the Last Century 2011-02-13T03:00:19.953Z "My official duty requires it," he answered loftily. Vineta The Phantom City 2011-01-21T03:00:10.377Z “It all depends upon your viewpoint,” Penny said loftily. Voice from the Cave 2011-01-04T03:01:09.533Z In those early times there was no artillery to endanger their loftily secure repose. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z We did not pause to consider that these happy contingencies had been brought about by the very means that we had so loftily disdained. The Wayfarers 2010-12-30T03:00:22.387Z “I really do not know, Mr Carrados,” he declared loftily at last. Max Carrados 2010-12-24T03:00:32.117Z She ordered her little husband about with a regal calm, and entertained loftily her numerous guests, among whom the clergy were freely sprinkled. The Man with the Double Heart 2010-12-21T22:55:56.757Z “Oh, I’ve read the ‘Legend of Sleepy Hollow,’” Penny retorted loftily. Hoofbeats on the Turnpike 2010-12-20T17:11:45.463Z Sometimes he speaks so fast, and so loftily, it's hard to follow. Meet Washington's spirited mushroom man 2010-12-04T19:50:00Z He talks loftily of historical forces and once remarked that he felt like a character from “War and Peace.” A Mission to Transform Baltimore?s Beaten Schools 2010-12-02T02:00:00Z “Quite so,” acquiesced the manager loftily, “but just now——” “Your fellow was dense of gomprehension.” Max Carrados 2010-12-24T03:00:32.117Z All matters Empire were still loftily haughty, and snootily disdained was the metric measure of the Olympics. The Commonwealth Games needs its Tempest in a Turban 2010-10-12T23:06:00Z For the Beats, liberals were part of the power structure: they spoke loftily about conscience and social obligation yet lived comfortably within the plush boundaries of universities, law firms and financial institutions. Essay: The Beat Generation and the Tea Party 2010-10-09T07:30:00Z In "Transforming Burnout: A Simple Guide to Self-Renewal," the author loftily counsels doctors to overcome their doldrums by finding spiritual meaning in their work. Renewed effort to lure doctors to rural areas faces obstacles 2010-08-09T04:00:00Z They don't appreciate being loftily instructed who to vote for. I feel sorry for Gordon. And I'm not alone 2010-05-01T23:35:00Z Far from the image that some try to portray of irrelevant academics sitting loftily in their ivory towers, higher education is crucial to re-invigorating the British economy. Universities need investment not cuts 2010-04-12T13:00:00Z "A man must live," he replied loftily, "or do you wish to imply----" "Come to my study," broke in the old man. The Undying Past “Don’t you mind about that,” said the young man loftily, and feeling very exultant and self-satisfied. By Birth a Lady "The foe of Granada did not perish, and he was not without succour," said the Zegri, loftily. Calavar or The Knight of The Conquest, A Romance of Mexico "We go no further than our Prince commands us," said the other loftily. Idonia: A Romance of Old London A footman who looked like going to put the suggestion into practice was loftily, but sotto voce, rebuked by his superior, and abandoned his intention. A Poached Peerage He, the haughty Leo, who had so loftily disdained her humble love! The Undying Past "You are talking nonsense to me," she said, loftily; "and as I do not like nonsense, will you tell me what you have to say?" Love Works Wonders A Novel "I cannot think of the Government of my country in that light," said Purvis loftily. The Man Who Rose Again "They are dangerous nevertheless," said the other loftily. Idonia: A Romance of Old London "It is my place as long as I pay for it," snapped the Colonel loftily. A Poached Peerage The people had refused to sell them any, saying loftily, "We are not shopkeepers." Brother Francis Less than the least No humiliation seemed to touch her, she carried herself loftily; nor could any one humiliate her when she did not humiliate herself. Love Works Wonders A Novel “Then you openly snap your fingers at your duty, Mr. Duthie?” said the doctor, loftily. The Little Minister "Stupid girl," he said loftily, "do you think I wish you to die out there of cold?" Regina or the Sins of the Fathers "Thank you, that will do," said Peckover hurriedly, with an effort to appear loftily satisfied. A Poached Peerage “I was making general remarks,” she said loftily. Dolly's College Experiences The flight of this species is rapid and powerful, and it has a habit of soaring loftily. British Butterfiles Figures and Descriptions of Every Native Species The dog bayed, the chickens cackled loudly, and the ducks quacked, raising their heads loftily and scampering off toward the horse-lot. The Nightrider's Feud "It is my place to issue commands here," exclaimed Boleslav loftily. Regina or the Sins of the Fathers "I don't take very much interest in his movements," Alan loftily explained. Sinister Street, vol. 2 A classmate—one of the pledged freshmen—spoke to me now and then, but loftily and as if it were an effort of hospitality. The Seven-Branched Candlestick The Schooldays of Young American Jew "Undoubtedly, that being the proper condition preliminary to comparative anatomical study," said the professor loftily. The Haunted Pajamas Then Charlotte said loftily, 'It is very good of him.' The Adventures of Elizabeth in Rügen He used to say loftily: 'I am the King of Austrasia! The Branding Needle, or The Monastery of Charolles A Tale of the First Communal Charter "I was ranching before you was born," Mr. Poole told him loftily. The Land of Strong Men "It's not the best in college," he admitted loftily, "but it'll tone up a bit when I get the track captaincy and Waters gets elected to a managership." The Seven-Branched Candlestick The Schooldays of Young American Jew Great people were not to his eyes mighty gods and goddesses, seated loftily on a West-End Olympus, but fallible mortals, with chagrins about the court and grievances about invitations to Windsor. Tony Butler "You have heard of such a person before, then?" she enquired loftily. Our Admirable Betty A Romance Aristocrates, having been instructed and rehearsed, and, loftily condescending to his r�le in a kindly comedy to be played seriously, announced: “Miss Soane!” in his most courtly manner. The Moonlit Way But I rather politely but loftily repelled him, for I did not choose my misfortunes to be the common talk of such small people. Tales of the Toys, Told by Themselves "I don't think his eyes are too small," I returned loftily. Lost Man's Lane A Second Episode in the Life of Amelia Butterworth The solid man of Boston bears himself loftily to wife, child, and neighbor; but the bluecoat on the corner perceives a shameful secret of crime and guilt lurking under the fair outward seeming. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 99, January, 1866 She sank back on her knees, her hands folded upon the bed, gazing at that loftily indifferent face, listening to the steady pulse of the watch.... Shadows of Flames A Novel Aye!" she said loftily, "you see that I am not deceived! 'tis the Lord of Stoutenburg who gave you money to play this trick on me. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel My niece is perhaps unaware," he said loftily, "that Mr. Cooley is waiting. John Marsh's Millions "I don't think I can discuss that," he said, rather loftily. Thirty Jenny began to unbutton her gloves, loftily unconscious of her mother's gaze, which was now again directed upon her. Carnival And she held her arm to the young lady, and bowed very loftily to Randolph. Trevethlan: Volume 1 A Cornish Story. I replied loftily that I really could not do so, as I must return to Paris. Confessions of an Opera Singer “I am too unwell to argue with you, ladies,” said Mrs Thorne loftily. The New Mistress A Tale “Well then, this place is named after the mountain,” she went on, loftily ignoring the retort. The White Hand and the Black A Story of the Natal Rising I tell you, Orwell, if you’d listened to me a fortnight ago instead of loftily pooh-poohing everything I told you, it might have made a lot of difference.” In the Whirl of the Rising I thought," replied the man loftily ignoring the suggestion, "that taking in one of Mr. Dobson's cards that was lying in the tray could do no harm. The Heart of a Woman These girls constantly spoke loftily of their displeasure at the way things were run. Confessions of an Opera Singer "How really unobservant some men are," said Anti loftily. Accidental Flight And you see accordingly, that the plays of Shakspeare, of whatsoever description, move regularly amongst the loftily born—kings, independent dukes, nobles, gentlemen. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 353, March 1845 You are a disgrace to the school," said Miss Blake loftily, "and I am going to take you to the only place you are fit for—back to the First Reader Class. Little Aliens The mother loftily supposed that it was there that Paul learned his good manners. The Heart of a Woman The meat-cutter received her with elaborate inebriate courtesy, loftily ignoring the officer. Neighbors Life Stories of the Other Half "I call it quite impertinent for a temporary teacher to make such an innovation!" said Ursula loftily. A Fourth Form Friendship A School Story "You still keep up your peculiar customs, I observe from Murray," the Englishman went on, loftily. An American Girl Abroad As he spoke freely and boldly to others, so he spoke loftily of himself; at p. A Century of English Essays An Anthology Ranging from Caxton to R. L. Stevenson & the Writers of Our Own Time And now the branches of the cedars rustled, the flowers lifted their heads more loftily, soft melodies poured from the bushes, and the thousand voices of delight rose from earth, and air, and water. Specimens of German Romance; Vol. II. Master Flea Selected and Translated from Various Authors She carried herself loftily, and walked with an air of decision. Jan Vedder's Wife "There are other things," I remarked loftily, "besides those you mention." Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, June 23, 1920 "You need not think about that," Herbert said loftily. The Galaxy, June 1877 Vol. XXIII.—June, 1877.—No. 6. The lady was loftily indifferent to their presence; and she was, besides, on the further side of the vehicle. A Century of English Essays An Anthology Ranging from Caxton to R. L. Stevenson & the Writers of Our Own Time "You are under a mistake," said Mrs. Vane loftily. A Life Sentence A Novel "I'd scorn to answer such a question," says Mr. Browne, loftily. Portia or By Passions Rocked Right," he went on loftily, "is something which is supposed to be in accordance with a standard of truth. The "Genius" Turning to the steward he said loftily: "Brother, now that you see that I get in anyhow, try to wield a less heavy hand in future." Sónnica "I'd hate to speak cross to bits of things like you," answered Mattie loftily, but with a little glow at her heart because of the spontaneous tribute to her sisterly care. For John's Sake and Other Stories. "My brother disbelieves in the constitutionality of this war, and denies that we have any right to take away other people's slaves," said Arabella loftily. Si Klegg, Book 5 (of 6) The Deacon's Adventures At Chattanooga In Caring For The Boys He had self-command enough left, however, to make one attempt at the loftily superior. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Volume 20. July, 1877. My dear fellow," Jrann-Pttt replied loftily, "the information I gave you was, to the best of my knowledge, accurate. Collector's Item One might think of telegraphic signals, made by means of lights from some tall tower or loftily situated house. The Serapion Brethren. Vol. II We explained to one another the mysteries of ship construction, talked loftily of breasthooks and sheer strakes, and stringers and scantlings ... and were as wise after the telling! The Brassbounder A Tale of the Sea "Now I hope you understand," she said loftily. The Deaves Affair You would only come to bitter grief by opposing me," she asserted, loftily; and added: "Now you must go. Dainty's Cruel Rivals The Fatal Birthday "Yes, I suppose so; but we shan't play any baby games like 'Snap,' or 'Hunt the Slipper,'" answered Guy loftily. Under Padlock and Seal "What are you doing here, my man?" asked the doctor, loftily. Laramie; or, The Queen of Bedlam. The tall trees that shut off the sky loomed loftily through it. The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain and Other Stories "I do not see the necessity for a detective," said George Deaves loftily. The Deaves Affair "There is a trained nurse," Mrs. Ellsworth said, loftily. Dainty's Cruel Rivals The Fatal Birthday "Pets" is a girl's word, you see,' said Justin loftily, for he was already quite getting over his aunt's snub. Miss Mouse and Her Boys “We will not discuss it,” he answered loftily. Peggy Owen and Liberty Glared angrily upon the pachydermatous Tanner, and having thus played into his hands, loftily declared, "I do not propose to take any notice of the insult." Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 98, May 17, 1890. "He has offered us thirty dollars a week, but we think we can get more than that elsewhere," he added loftily. The Rover Boys in the Land of Luck Stirring Adventures in the Oil Fields "No wonder Americans prefer to live abroad," he remarked loftily to a convenient reporter, who was preparing copy with his eager eyes. Clark's Field “We shall not be obliged to remain in this dull place much longer,” said the tall pines loftily to each other, looking quite over the heads of the maple and the birch. Happy Days for Boys and Girls “I do not care to hear anything concerning Mistress Sally,” he said loftily. Peggy Owen and Liberty Your money! all that makes you happy and great——" "Money," said Jock, loftily, "makes nobody happy. Sir Tom "We own an interest in this claim," answered Nappy loftily, and as he spoke he lit a fresh cigarette. The Rover Boys in the Land of Luck Stirring Adventures in the Oil Fields “Oh, it’s different with boys,” he retorted loftily. Chicken Little Jane on the Big John Whereupon she began the study of Spanish; she decided her half hesitating spouse to accept, 255 however loftily they both scorned the adventurer who helped them to it. The Missourian “What he has done in this country calls for no excuse,” returned Frances, loftily. The Rustler of Wind River "It is of no consequence," said the other loftily. Mark Mason's Victory He's a railroad president, and he always talks loftily of his 'system' when he means the single railroad he presides over and its little branches. A Captain in the Ranks A Romance of Affairs “You girls do get the queerest notions in your heads,” observed Ernest loftily. Chicken Little Jane on the Big John “I am not one to take back an offer,” he stated loftily. The Missourian He never sings more loftily, or with stronger passion, or with finer thought, than when he arraigns and denounces priestcraft and its superstitions before the bar of humanity and truth. Arrows of Freethought When you haven't got your shoes on—in company—it gives you a sort of—internal majesty; and I behaved very loftily. The Quality of Mercy “The money’s no temptation to me, father,” said Sam loftily. The Vast Abyss The Story of Tom Blount, his Uncles and his Cousin Sam He gazed sternly at the captain and said, loftily:— "What steps are you prepared to take in this matter?" The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 26, February 1893 An Illustrated Monthly Whereupon ungrateful little Fay, who had never had the slightest intention of crying, remarked loftily: "Tahsome man dawn." Jan and Her Job He traced the history of the Bedford opulence up to its origin, which he loftily pronounced to be personal sycophancy and public spoil—the plunder of the Abbeys, obtained by subserviency to a Tyrant. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 364, February 1846 Then she remembered what Roland had said about her voice and her face was illumined by the thought, and she lifted her head and stepped loftily to it. A Singer from the Sea "I never see the Morning Report," he replied loftily. Changing Winds A Novel "Oh, a party's a party, anywhere," declared Gyp loftily, speaking from the wisdom of her newly-acquired dignity. Highacres "You mistake the situation altogether," Meg said loftily. Jan and Her Job The choir rises loftily above the transepts and nave, and, while the general proportions are not such as to suggest undue narrowness, the effect is of much greater height than really exists. The Cathedrals of Northern France We couldn't be that," she said, loftily, her old coldness coming over her momentarily, "but if we can live apart in peace it will be something. The Duke Of Chimney Butte You have aimed loftily!—you have done nobly! Masterpieces of Mystery Riddle Stories On the side of the kings, was now proclaimed more loftily than ever that monarchy is the voice of God. Blood and Iron Origin of German Empire As Revealed by Character of Its Founder, Bismarck "Then go and get some experience before you take it upon yourselves to shove a veteran into the ditch," said Marcy loftily. Marcy The Blockade Runner Now Beethoven was poor: therefore Beethoven must first be loftily patronised and then contemptuously snubbed. A Day with Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy I asked of the old man,—they were father and son, this lounging pair who thus loftily sat in judgment on the little world at their feet; "why are all the folks away from home?" Afloat on the Ohio An Historical Pilgrimage of a Thousand Miles in a Skiff, from Redstone to Cairo "I can dust, and clean silver, and all sorts of things—" "I am going to do all that," said Esther loftily, resenting at once any encroachment on her domain. The Carroll Girls Pan thought this a great detriment, but he managed to like Jim and loftily acquainted him with his achievements on Curly. Valley of Wild Horses He had been invited to shoot, but had loftily replied that he had other affairs on hand, and he'd come if he could; and anyhow, they'd best have a substitute ready. Donald and Dorothy "Are you going to the Sherwood tourney, and with a bow?" asked one of the archers, loftily. Robin Hood "Well, a minister should be considered above such things," said Sarah loftily. Duncan Polite The Watchman of Glenoro "Oh, Mademoiselle is quite different from Miss Row," said Esther loftily. The Carroll Girls Mrs. Burnett delights in heroes and heroines who are thus loftily at variance with their surroundings. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 7 "You need not speak of running away," said Tilia loftily. The Saracen: Land of the Infidel In a cockney accent he said loftily: "I am Ferris, Mr. Underwood's man, sir." The Third Degree A Narrative of Metropolitan Life We are in a hurry now,” continued Phillis, loftily, turning away with a dignified inclination of her head toward the officious stranger. Not Like Other Girls "That is my name, sir," she said loftily. Hurricane Island A Cambridge man," said the Archbishop, loftily, "despises geography. Aladdin of London or, Lodestar They loftily eyed the old Franciscan's brown robe and responded with curt nods. The Saracen: Land of the Infidel "I am a friend of Mrs. Nixon's, an' I must decline to criticize her beds," said Mr. Crow rather loftily. Anderson Crow, Detective “It wouldn’t change his nature,” said Violet, loftily. The Inglises Or, How the Way Opened "But what objection can she have to me?" he asked loftily. The Beth Book Being a Study of the Life of Elizabeth Caldwell Maclure, a Woman of Genius “I don't care for any explanation, but I'd thank you for my books,” Glory said loftily. Glory and the Other Girl "They scoff, and in wickedness utter oppression: they speak loftily," etc. Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II Luther on Sin and the Flood "He had a lot of names besides Jake Miller," explained Anderson loftily. Anderson Crow, Detective “It comes to the same thing,” said David, loftily. The Inglises Or, How the Way Opened She didn't mean to be hard-hearted, but it had seemed to her like proper condemnation of wrong-doing to treat the Fosters loftily. Betty Leicester A Story For Girls "I can't waste my time in arguing with a woman," Delancy answered loftily, and, turning away, tugged superciliously at a wisp of whisker. Making People Happy “I’m sure he wouldn’t bring anything but a Church of England priest,” Mrs. Ball assured me, loftily. Ainslee's, Vol. 15, No. 5, June 1905 "All I got to say is that you ought to be attendin' to it, if it's your business," said Newt loftily. Anderson Crow, Detective “Perhaps you mean sarcophagi,” Jessie suggested, loftily, while the others laughed at her discomfiture. Lucile Triumphant Oh, well, of course Simla isn't much of a place for husbands," he explained loftily, "or for girls. Captain Desmond, V.C. “I pardon you,” quoth the emissary, loftily, “I will commend your vigilance to the admiral.” A Victor of Salamis "Uncle Gregory is a merchant, and has to attend to his business, I suppose," Eddie replied, rather loftily. Little Folks (July 1884) A Magazine for the Young My neighbours are not merely patient and loftily resigned to distress; they are still groping, dimly, for an enjoyment of life which they have not yet realized to be unattainable. Change in the Village His Semitic features are those of the Bedouin and he carries himself as straight and as loftily as any Arab gentleman. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 2 "Baconthorpe" to "Bankruptcy" But in Flamby he had seemed to recognise a rare spirit, one loftily above the common traits of her sex, a fit companion for Yvonne; and had been in error. The Orchard of Tears Ambition shall not mount Less loftily for having Love to help it. The Woman Who Dared "You seem to be very suspicious," said Graham loftily. The Young Adventurer or Tom's Trip Across the Plains Certain it is that once plunged into the eddying tide of the Fronde, she loftily announced the project of remedying the general disorder of affairs. Political Women, Vol. 1 He glared at Jim, loftily unconscious of any inconsistency in his remarks. Captain Jim "I beg your pardon," said Mrs. Joy, loftily. A Little Country Girl “You don’t get me, Betty,” said her brother loftily, “but it’s no use explaining to a girl.” Penny of Top Hill Trail "That is obvious, to say the least," I answered loftily. Mother Earth, Vol. 1 No. 2, April 1906 Monthly Magazine Devoted to Social Science and Literature The very men who bear themselves most loftily, according to the native standards of virtue, are quite as likely to fall, under exposure to white contact, as are the weakest of the tribe. The Indian Question (1874) "There is a total absence of nicotine in tripe," said Mr. Punch, loftily. The Old Tobacco Shop A True Account of What Befell a Little Boy in Search of Adventure “Lee’s reputation is straight at any rate, and his income all that could be desired,” responded Mrs. Valentine loftily. Ladies-In-Waiting Landor used to say somewhat loftily, "I do not remember that resentment has ever made me commit an injustice." Stories of Authors, British and American "No, you don't bribe me," said the constable loftily. The Tale of Lal A Fantasy In spite of her irritation and vexation she obeyed his wish, and asked him somewhat loftily, to take her back again to the company. The Old Helmet, Volume I "What can ye expect, ma'am?" said Enderby loftily, with his habitual consideration for the aristocracy. Ringfield A Novel "He is an old fellow that I don't particularly believe in," he said, loftily, as though that forever settled the question as to the existence of such a person. The Chautauqua Girls At Home "I think I have an interest in this business," replied Fitz, loftily. Make or Break or, The Rich Man's Daughter "On account of all the wisdom I utter," replied the Lion loftily. The Tale of Lal A Fantasy "You will not find what troubles Mr. Fern," he said, loftily. A Black Adonis A knot of the younger element tried to heckle Percy, but he strode loftily by them, puffing his inevitable cigarette. Jim Spurling, Fisherman or Making Good “My trusteeship,” she answered him loftily, producing some documents from her hand-bag. The Making of Bobby Burnit Being a Record of the Adventures of a Live American Young Man "We will change the subject," he said, loftily. A Sheaf of Corn "Oh, we can pilot her," declared Tom, loftily. The Rover Boys in Southern Waters or The Deserted Steam Yacht "If you think so," said Mrs. Tarbell loftily; and she reiterated her question to Mrs. Stiles. Lippincott's Magazine, November 1885 ‘Really, I have no experience on the subject!’ said Miss Fennimore, loftily. Hopes and Fears or, scenes from the life of a spinster "Why, any stupid could do that!" he said loftily. Paul the Courageous I tried to convey to you," observed Skinner, somewhat loftily, "that we couldn't dine at the Wilkinsons' before Saturday. Skinner's Dress Suit ENGLEBERG, Switzerland.—Engleberg is loftily and prettily situated in the great mountain region of the Alps, with a population of about two thousand inhabitants. Shepp's Photographs of the World "That is Lord Blank," answered Saint Catherine loftily. Lippincott's Magazine, November 1885 Near at hand a giant sycamore, dead and leafless, rose loftily above the smaller growth into the sky. Frank of Freedom Hill "I wouldn't have minded anything else as much as this," he said loftily, putting on a very superior air. Paul the Courageous "If I 'd hung out, I might have got ten dollars more," said Skinner loftily. Skinner's Dress Suit "That's the way I always manage those things," he said, loftily, "put it up again." Footprints in the Forest "I'm not forgetting one bit," he replied loftily. Two Little Travellers A Story for Girls He lifted his hat and turned back to the counter where Mrs. Barnett stood loftily, disdainfully, yet furiously angry. The Desert Fiddler Do you think 74 I would allow Eve—my wife, to go without the sweet things of—” “You needn’t bring me in,” said Eveley loftily. Eve to the Rescue Why then was not the Conference held within its walls, instead of under the roof of what he loftily alluded to as “the domestic Palace”? Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, July 29, 1914 “An unnicessary question,” said Mike loftily; “as Auntie McCaffry would answer if ye asked her which was the handsomest and cutest and smartest one among her three guests.” The Launch Boys' Adventures in Northern Waters “Of the age at which a man commonly takes care of himself,” answered Aubrey, loftily. It Might Have Been The Story of the Gunpowder Plot “The Union General George Washington fought for and handed down to us I will protect,” the Judge said loftily himself. In Connection with the De Willoughby Claim But Polly sniffed loftily at such foolishness, and made no reply. Polly's Business Venture "I didn't come here to peel potatoes," he said, loftily. More Cargoes 1897 “Young man,” said Mr. Buxton loftily, “when I fire at anything I always hit it.” The Launch Boys' Adventures in Northern Waters “Hans is only a boy; I am a man,” said Aubrey, loftily: though Hans was but a year younger than himself. It Might Have Been The Story of the Gunpowder Plot She remembered the visit so well, and Lady Augusta's loftily resigned air of discovering, in the passively degenerate new arrival, the culminating point of the family depravity. Vagabondia 1884 It began loftily with the words, "It is a trite remark," a phrase which seemed to the boy very masterful. Daughters of the Puritans A Group of Brief Biographies Difficulties were made on purpose to be overcome," loftily said Mark, "and mountain railways are full of them. A Big Temptation "Go 'long with ye!" said Frances, loftily, yet with a suggestion of softening in her voice. Fernley House "I've no words to waste on impudent young fellers as comes from nobody knows where," he said loftily. In the Mayor's Parlour "I think I know a pirate when I see one," he returned loftily. Explorers of the Dawn "Oh, no, of course not," said Dink loftily. The Varmint "They can be waved aside," said Mr. Crayon, loftily. The Candidate A Political Romance "The Merryweathers are boys, and you are a girl, and there is all the difference in the world," said Peggy, loftily. Fernley House "I don't deserve anything I don't want," said Mr. Wiseman loftily. The Man Who Knew “That may be, but it’s none of my business,” said young Mills, loftily, waiving Dobbs’s plea aside as a mere trivial matter. Crown and Anchor Under the Pen'ant Robert looked inquiry, and the vicar, sitting down—having first picked up his wife's ball of wool as a peace-offering, which was loftily accepted—launched into a narrative which may be here somewhat condensed. Robert Elsmere "That's like a girl," he said loftily; "thinking more about a woman who writes books than about a man like the Governor!" Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904 "You may leave the room, Mary," said Miss Trapp�me loftily. "Chinkie's Flat" 1904 Nay, good Hortensius," said the host loftily, "mine will be the greater part. "Unto Caesar" The pride of a leader of men informed his bearing as he brought his train at last through the crowded market, shouting loftily to clear a way. The Valley of the Kings Mount Pilot itself rises loftily to the north, and from its sides may be seen every peak in the range. The Daughter of a Magnate "Please don't be foolish, Walter," returned Nan loftily, at which, for some unaccountable reason, Walter only chuckled the more. Nan Sherwood at Palm Beach Or Strange Adventures Among The Orange Groves Think loftily of that office and honour, lowly of yourselves who have it laid upon you as a crown. Expositions of Holy Scripture Ephesians; Epistles of St. Peter and St. John "If it happens again we'll set a watch and catch it," declared Stuart loftily. A harum-scarum schoolgirl ‘Have I the air of an innkeeper?’ asked Don Quixote loftily. The Red Romance Book The little girl walked on loftily; she thought that Jasper Quentyns, who was more or less a stranger in the neighborhood, had taken a distinct liberty. A Young Mutineer Lord Iberi," said Bosambo, loftily, "I bring no food, for that would have been shameful, and men would have said: 'Iberi is a mean man who starves the guests of his house.' Bones Being Further Adventures in Mr. Commissioner Sanders' Country "That's all right," she said rather loftily; "only you know everybody doesn't feel the way you do." Teddy: Her Book A Story of Sweet Sixteen "Write as much as you like, Doctor," she said loftily. The Return of Peter Grimm Novelised From the Play Grave pine-trees rose loftily among the strange creations of water and wind set in a desert of snow-white sand. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands And like the dim eve was thy spirit's repose, When loftily o'er thee, while musing alone, Within the cathedral thine echoes arose And melted to feeling the passionless stone. The Minstrel A Collection of Poems "Really," said Harry Zeckler loftily, "it was so obvious I'm amazed that it didn't occur to me first thing." Letter of the Law "No, I haven't played much," Judith said loftily in answer to Georgia's question. Judy of York Hill "I don't care for notoriety," he said loftily; "I scorn it." The Tinted Venus A Farcical Romance “I don’t believe one of you knows any thing about it,” loftily returned Eva. Earl Hubert's Daughter The Polishing of the Pearl - A Tale of the 13th Century "I'm not silly enough to care about such trifles," replied Flossie loftily. The New Girl at St. Chad's A Story of School Life "Heed not their ribald scoffs," said Montagu Percy, loftily. The Telegraph Boy As she finished speaking Lady Calmady turned from him rather loftily, and prepared to move away. The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance Nearly every bonnet—or were they hats?—was loftily plumed with black feathers, ominously familiar on hearses. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, February 25, 1914 But Gladys Todd was wise, with that innate wisdom of her sex in matters of appearance when appearance is to be considered, and we held in silence, loftily on our cloud. David Malcolm If a man must loftily, by his manner, assert that he is now a gentleman, he shows himself a clown. The Lost Girl The lads of Lunda," answered he loftily, "don't make bargains with ladies. Viking Boys "Well, of course, he's your dog," she said loftily, so evading the question and ignoring the laugh at her expense. Flamsted quarries This loftily from Muriel, who was afraid to cross the French girl. Marjorie Dean, High School Freshman "I have found a diamond," I replied loftily. Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer I replied somewhat loftily, "Oh, don't mention it—it is nothing—it is nothing!" Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 11 Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Businessmen "All our boys were girls," replied Peace loftily, "and some of us had to bring in the wood or else how would it have got there?" Heart of Gold “Don’t let him talk himself out of paying for the damage done,” put in Nappy loftily. The Rover Boys Under Canvas or The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine "I could, but I wouldn't like to," Pinkey replied, drily "Oh, don't spare my feelings," said Wallie, loftily, "there's nothing she could say would hurt them." The Dude Wrangler About his father and mother he thought, not in such a way as they would have been glad to know, but proudly and loftily! My First Cruise and Other stories "I know what you mean, now, Miss Pat," she declared loftily. Miss Pat at School “Of course I must live like a gentleman, Sir,” said Jack loftily. Clare Avery A Story of the Spanish Armada What happened, then, was that Rousseau swept into the field with a hollow version of a philosophy of reform, so eloquently, loftily, and powerfully enforced as to carry all before it. Diderot and the Encyclopædists Volume II. "Marie and I are much too busy to accept invitations right and left like that," Mademoiselle Loir� replied loftily. Barbara in Brittany "I am quite equal to taking care of myself, and of Ducky too," she said loftily. The Adventurous Seven Their Hazardous Undertaking On the misty waste-lands, away from the flushing grey Of the morning the elms are loftily dimmed, and tall As if moving in air towards us, tall angels Of darkness advancing steadily over us all. Bay A Book of Poems “Oh, ’tis to no good to tell thee,” returned Blanche loftily. Clare Avery A Story of the Spanish Armada "I must see him at once," said the monk loftily. The Minister of Evil The Secret History of Rasputin's Betrayal of Russia “You stand to lose money in the lumber market, with conditions as they are,” proceeded Craig, loftily counseling another man about his own business. Joan of Arc of the North Woods They are followed into the room, a moment later, by their brother Billy, who is evidently loftily disgusted with their antics. The Straw Scudmore waved one thin hand loftily, his nose high in the air. Frank Merriwell's Bravery “What good in making plantations in Virginia?” demanded Jack, loftily. Clare Avery A Story of the Spanish Armada "This young lady is under my protection," came loftily from Nick Smithers. From Farm to Fortune or Nat Nason's Strange Experience When the Monitor first made its advent on the Dvina she steamed into Beresnik, and her commander inquired loftily, "Where are the bloody Bolsheviks, and which is the way to Kotlas?" The History of the American Expedition Fighting the Bolsheviki Campaigning in North Russia 1918-1919 From his place of honor Piang glanced loftily in their direction, and as his eyes met Sicto’s, his triumph was complete. The Adventures of Piang the Moro Jungle Boy A Book for Young and Old She rose calmly, though a little surprised at our invasion, and with her rising, spools of thread and bits of cloth fell away from her with comic effect, although her expression remained loftily serene. A Daughter of the Middle Border “I am not an orator,” returned Jack, loftily. Clare Avery A Story of the Spanish Armada The four poplars clove the intense dark blue, but not so loftily as in his first remembrance of them. Despair's Last Journey "Oh, well, you never are very sensible, Miss Pat," she returned loftily. Miss Pat at Artemis Lodge "Are none of the other clerks disengaged?" she asked, loftily. The Youth's Companion Volume LII, Number 11, Thursday, March 13, 1879 Such are the doctrines of the Slaughter-house cases—doctrines worthy of the Republic, worthy of the age, worthy of the great tribunal which thus loftily and impressively enunciates them. Masterpieces of Negro Eloquence The Best Speeches Delivered by the Negro from the days of Slavery to the Present Time “Aunt,” said Jack loftily, “I was born a gentleman; and under your good leaves, a gentleman I do mean to live and die.” Clare Avery A Story of the Spanish Armada "I never lose my temper about trifles," he says, loftily. Molly Bawn Oh, nothing," said she loftily, "except that it's so awfully common. Little Miss Grouch A Narrative Based on the Log of Alexander Forsyth Smith's Maiden Transatlantic Voyage She had one beauty—a column-like neck and well-set head, which she carried very loftily. Olive A Novel Gossip hugs its false measure and says loftily that the five real grains are of no consequence whatever. Wisdom, Wit, and Pathos of Ouida Selected from the Works of Ouida You have aimed loftily; you have done nobly. The Short-story "I didn't come here to peel potatoes," he said loftily. Sea Urchins "Have you considered," he said, loftily, as soon as he was capable of speech, "that it would be a lie?" Salthaven Mrs. Gaunt turned pale at this violent threat; but being a high-spirited woman, she stiffened and hid her apprehensions loftily. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 103, May, 1866 My name, my good man," loftily replied the man of Toulon, "is Firmin Bonaffé, lieutenant in the Customs, seen twenty-one years of service and eleven campaigns. French and Oriental Love in a Harem "I manage Daddy without him knowing it," said Iris loftily; and Anstice could not refrain from an impulse to tease her a little. Afterwards “Moonlight will do as she pleases,” returned the girl loftily. The Prairie Chief "That is, as soon as General Beauregard learns that I—I—" "Give yourself no concern, Miss Glen," he said loftily; "I shall not betray you." A Little Traitor to the South A War Time Comedy With a Tragic Interlude Thus adjured, with the dignity of the bishop and the laughter of Fairy ever in their thoughts, the girls arose and went down, proudly, calmly, loftily. Prudence Says So "I have no doubt I shall," said Roswell, loftily. Fame and Fortune or, The Progress of Richard Hunter "Here we are, now, the whole big five," Bristles said, loftily, as he came up. Fred Fenton on the Crew or, The Young Oarsmen of Riverport School The Château de Coucy stands upon its pinnacle of rock, like a knight in armour, with folded arms, looking loftily down upon the world, conscious of his strength, and calmly awaiting attack. France and the Republic A Record of Things Seen and Learned in the French Provinces During the 'Centennial' Year 1889 "Why not an honour, pray?" inquired Winnie, looking loftily on the sprawling form at her feet. Aunt Judith The Story of a Loving Life "Choose your own company and I'll choose mine," answered Bob Bangs, loftily, and stalked away, his nose tilted high in the air. Randy of the River The Adventures of a Young Deckhand "Yes, I went in temporarily to oblige them," said Roswell, loftily; "but, of course, I wouldn't engage to remain any length of time in such a place, however large the inducements they might offer." Fame and Fortune or, The Progress of Richard Hunter “I daresay I should,” said Arthur, loftily, “if you had behaved fairly; but now—” “I say, boys,” cried Mr Temple, “I shall not wait.” Menhardoc To be merely pitied does not go so kindly or so powerfully about our hearts as to be loved; Christ’s regard for fallen men is not merely the compassion of one who is loftily independent. The Parables of Our Lord "Being of a royal family, I never wait to be asked to a place," he had explained loftily to Betsy. The Tale of Betsy Butterfly Tuck-Me-In Tales “But I take it that you would be willing to gratify your host,” replied the Don loftily, “and it would please me much if you would stay.” Fitz the Filibuster “My father’s a wholesale dealer in the City,” said Green loftily; “and it’s only as a favour that he lets old Dunham have things from his warehouse at trade price.” First in the Field A Story of New South Wales Certainly," said Petrokoff loftily, "Certainly; but you would have to pass an examination. The Black Cross We can figure to ourselves the giving of that "favour"—the high proprietary air, the loftily anticipated gratitude: Sir Willoughby Patterne by intelligent anticipation. Browning's Heroines "I don't care to play it," said Sissy, loftily. The Madigans “You know as much about that as we do, Mr Snell,” replied Mrs Greenways loftily. White Lilac; or the Queen of the May "I really don't know," said the minister, loftily, as if it were something wholly beneath his notice. A Voice in the Wilderness “Well, Mr Melland, I hope you feel refreshed by your slumbers, and have awakened in a better frame of mind,” cried Mollie loftily. The Fortunes of the Farrells Mrs Saxon was a medium-sized woman, but she looked small beside the tall slenderness of the young daughter who held herself so loftily erect. Etheldreda the Ready A School Story I argued very loftily about the necessity of a man standing alone and facing his difficulties by himself, and you said that was true, but only a part of the truth. A College Girl She had her price; a fair-like price, she informed him loftily, and she stuck to it. Big Game A Story for Girls “It’s a matter of perfect indifference to me what Miss Bolderston thinks,” said Rhoda, loftily; but she veered away from the subject of games all the same and tackled lessons instead. Tom and Some Other Girls A Public School Story “Genius is not always acknowledged at first, Mrs Clyde,” I said loftily. She and I, Volume 2 A Love Story. A Life History. It would be a distraction!” she declared loftily. Etheldreda the Ready A School Story “I’m sure,” said I, loftily, “that I would not be the means of depriving you of his valuable and entertaining society.” She and I, Volume 1 “One is a full-rigged ship, apparently of about six hundred tons; the other is a low, wicked-looking brigantine, sir, very loftily rigged, and with an immense spread of canvas.” Under the Meteor Flag Log of a Midshipman during the French Revolutionary War “Oh, very well,” said she, loftily; “you don’t want me, I can see, and I’m just as glad.” My Friend Smith A Story of School and City Life "Well, there's nobody to scare me into story-telling," said Agnes, loftily, deciding that she did not like this boy so well, after all. The Corner House Girls at School "Correct at once or I shall report you to the Observatory," E2 answered loftily, paying no attention to the demand for proof of position. Spacehounds of IPC But Bob only smiled loftily and declared that if Roberta hadn’t come in by this time they must all go straight home to dinner. Betty Wales Senior Tode was someway not in a mood to be laughed at, so he gave vent somewhat loftily to a solemn truth. Three People This is delicious, looking back over the years, watching Mr. Chamberlain's soaring flight, and thinking of the good county member thus loftily patronizing him. The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 28, April 1893 An Illustrated Monthly "You must forgive a little flustration on his part," I loftily answered. The Blunders of a Bashful Man But Lady Penelope declared loftily and decidedly for Shakspeare, as the author whose immortal works were fresh in every one's recollection. St. Ronan's Well "I'm glad I didn't give him any of my money," said Jennie, loftily. Dotty Dimple at Her Grandmother's Poor fun enough: but I never can forgive the Lakers all who first despised, and then patronized ‘Walter Scott,’ as they loftily called him: and He, dear, noble, Fellow, thought they were quite justified. Letters of Edward FitzGerald in Two Volumes Vol. II Now, that's a very weak response," he said loftily, "Doing nobody any good or harm. Highways in Hiding "We are easy enough to guess," returned Patience loftily. Grace Harlowe's Fourth Year at Overton College While I'm up here," Giraffe continued, loftily, "I expect to keep my eyes open to find evidences of traps and snares set in the woods to catch partridges, rabbits and the like. The Boy Scouts' First Camp Fire or, Scouting with the Silver Fox Patrol "I believe Mrs. Edson resides here," said the lady-reformist, looking loftily upon the man, who was evidently very much struck with his visitor's personal equipments. Eventide A Series of Tales and Poems "Yes, my lady," said Charles; and, feeling that haply he was mixing in great matters, he went back to the cab and stood sentry very loftily over its further exit. Ambrotox and Limping Dick But if the visitor, like yourself, Mr. Cornell, proposes something that distresses the good Dr. Sprague and will not be loftily dismissed, Dr. Sprague's blood pressure goes up. Highways in Hiding "I saw the point," said Barker, somewhat loftily. The Napoleon of Notting Hill "Oh, that's only a figure of speech," answered the would-be poet loftily, and then he continued: "I feel I can sail anywhere, For I am monarch of the air!" The Rover Boys in the Air From College Campus to the Clouds "Bring your car around, and she will be ready," said Harold loftily. Quin Then he moved, stepped down, murmured something to my father, bowed loftily to Louise, passed me without a sign, and went out. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 05, No. 28, February, 1860 Dressed in his borrowed finery he strutted loftily among the birds of his own kind. The Aesop for Children With pictures by Milo Winter The conditions of marriage at the present day," he stated loftily, "are not such as to lead me—to lead us to suppose that as an institution it has accomplished its purpose. While Caroline Was Growing Perhaps you will admit," he questioned loftily, "that there are decencies to be observed even by the free and independent? The Lady Paramount "I gives all information in reference to the public rooms," replied the housekeeper, loftily, "as in duty bound; but the private rooms is not in my instructions." A Flat Iron for a Farthing or Some Passages in the Life of an only Son "Me no buy basket Sunday," said the Princess, and she looked loftily away from the sweet-grass basket shaking in Nancy's shaking hand. Young Lucretia and Other Stories |
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