| 单词 | low-toned |
| 例句 | I heard a bunch of low-toned “oooh”s from the guys, and I threw the ball at JP, low, at his knees, so he had to bend down to catch it. Winger 2013-05-14T00:00:00Z There were endless, fierce, low-toned discussions that went on long into the night through the wall between our bedrooms. ‘My parents’ life was a charade. Mum hated every minute of it’ 2017-12-23T05:00:00Z This is the second exhibition at Dia’s reopened Chelsea galleries since the long-delayed reopening, and fills two adjacent galleries with sonic installations, one austere and one intricate, one high-pitched and one low-toned. Camille Norment Explores New Sonic Terrains at Dia Chelsea 2022-03-17T04:00:00Z It’s the American Dream made a mid-20s reality, wrapped in sombre production then sent into the world with low-toned vocals. Atlanta rapper 6lack: 'Music can never smile at me the way my daughter does' 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Jennifer Lopez added that it was the kind of “thick” and “low-toned” vocal they didn’t get to hear all the time. 'American Idol' recap: The final night of auditions ... ever 2016-01-22T05:00:00Z It was the music, however, of a sweet, low-toned woman's voice, speaking some sentences of which nothing could be distinguished but the melody. The Gipsy (Vols I & II) A Tale 2012-04-06T02:00:27.227Z He listened through the drowsy afternoon to Dorothea's gentle, high-bred, low-toned voice, to the music of her soft, rare laugh, as they sat in the wicker-chairs under the weeping ash on the lawn. The Literary Sense 2012-04-02T02:00:28.147Z "Certainly," nodded the reporter, but disappointedly, as Ralph took Knight to the end of the room and a low-toned conversation ensued. Ralph in the Switch Tower 2012-03-02T03:00:11.847Z A carriage was waiting on the wharf, in which Mrs. McDougal and the children were presently bestowed, Mr. Albert Eldon following, after a moment’s low-toned chat with his brother and an order to the driver. Mildred's New Daughter 2012-02-27T03:00:15.313Z In his low-toned voice he pictures his early home, his parents, and his first ventures into the world; with evident relish he narrates his ludicrous experience when he—a stripling school-master—"went boarding 'round." Literary Shrines The Haunts of Some Famous American Authors 2012-02-18T03:00:15.287Z There was something consoling and supporting in the low-toned strong voice of the Abbess, in the touch of her firm white hand. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z He spends 'a quiet, low-toned sort of winter, reading somewhat, writing a little, and "going out" occasionally.' The Letters of Henry James (volume I) 2012-02-08T03:00:15.197Z He put down the last bag that he lifted with a low-toned exclamation of "heap medicine," as if it awed him. The Lost Gold of the Montezumas A Story of the Alamo 2012-01-19T03:00:22.827Z I hear a gentle knock, a modest, low-toned single dab, at the street-door as I am sitting down to supper on my return home after the fatigues of business. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z They had been comparatively alone for the moment, no one near enough to overhear the low-toned talk between them. Elsie's Widowhood A Sequel to Elsie's Children 2011-12-22T03:00:21.710Z Suddenly a low-toned voice sounded at his elbow in a communication evidently intended for a single ear, and that not Micky's. The Lash 2011-12-20T03:00:32.457Z She spoke in her low-toned voice, a little faint and soft, like a subdued whisper; she spoke again of Christie, of his god-child Dolf and then asked for news of Amélie, her sister. Ecstasy: A Study of Happiness A Novel 2011-10-18T02:00:20.340Z Well she knew all that was implied in this low-toned conversation, both towards her little brother and herself. Mother Meg or, The Story of Dickie's Attic 2011-10-13T02:00:40.380Z With beating heart Snipe listened to the low-toned colloquy. From School to Battle-field A Story of the War Days 2011-10-10T02:00:19.987Z Each of them had his eyes glued upon the spot indicated in his low-toned communication by the ex-cowboy. The Outdoor Chums on the Lake Lively Adventures on Wildcat Island 2011-09-22T02:00:23.407Z Doth not the devil keep his quarters there?" said Rob with a low-toned chuckle that shook his figure for some moments, and almost closed his eyes; "hath he not his court in the Chapel? Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z Reaching the stairs I paused, for another door had softly opened, and Pauline's voice, low-toned and anxious, was heard. Kitty's Conquest 2011-08-30T02:00:36.270Z That article insinuates that I am a sort of high-bred yet low-toned adventuress. The Adventures of a Widow A Novel 2011-08-25T02:00:27.403Z The sound of many voices, low-toned but impatient, came from without. From School to Battle-field A Story of the War Days 2011-10-10T02:00:19.987Z Murmur it was at first, but it grew steadily into a low-toned, monotoned, distant roar; and it caught and held one like the roar of coming hail or hurricane. Jock of the Bushveld 2011-08-04T02:00:24.987Z "I reckon it can be done, if it has to be," was the low-toned reply. The Real Man 2011-07-29T02:00:28.280Z I heard but one quick, low-toned, almost ecstatic cry. Kitty's Conquest 2011-08-30T02:00:36.270Z “Thank you, thank you,” was the united, grateful answer, ending in a burst of low-toned laughter which caused several older persons to smile indulgently upon the bevy of merry-faced girls. Marjorie Dean College Freshman 2011-07-27T02:00:32.033Z Wherever he saw a group in low-toned conference he would make for it, and by his very presence and loud-voiced questions and conjectures put an end to their confidences. From School to Battle-field A Story of the War Days 2011-10-10T02:00:19.987Z Her arm linked in that of Charlotte Horner, the French girl was carrying on a low-toned monologue, the very nature of which could be read in the stormy play of her lowering features. Marjorie Dean, High School Junior 2011-07-25T02:00:16.780Z "No; you didn't say too much," was the low-toned reply. The Real Man 2011-07-29T02:00:28.280Z Nevertheless, he listened intently to Edward's low-toned courtesy. Nobody's Child 2011-06-29T02:00:24.827Z They never spoke unless first addressed; then they answered in low-toned monosyllables. By Veldt and Kopje 2011-06-15T02:00:20.067Z But at first our conversation was low-toned and very serious. Lodges in the Wilderness 2011-06-15T02:00:17.057Z Mr. Hampton turned aside, taking Farnum with him, and the two fell into a low-toned discussion. The Radio Boys Rescue the Lost Alaska Expedition 2011-06-06T02:00:10.330Z The early Pyrenean Daffodil is already out, gleaming through the low-toned copse like lamps of pale yellow light. Wood and Garden Notes and thoughts, practical and critical, of a working amateur 2011-06-02T02:00:22.983Z She saw nothing more of him until evening, and then he was rather quiet, sitting beside Tillie and Miss Margaret, with occasional low-toned remarks to them, but not joining in the general conversation. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z They sat together in low-toned consultation, with long silences between; till the evening light had faded out, and only the firelight shed its fitful gleams about them. Roland Graeme: Knight A Novel of Our Time 2011-05-30T02:00:12.077Z Their captain stepped close to the side of the purring car, made his report to an officer who sat beside the driver, and then the two carried on for a moment a low-toned conversation. The Girl from Alsace A Romance of the Great War, Originally Published under the Title of Little Comrade 2011-04-23T02:00:05.477Z Near by them ran a flooding creek, the sound of it among the stones like low-toned, cheerful talk. The Basket Woman A Book of Indian Tales for Children 2011-03-09T03:00:44.330Z Presently their low-toned murmurings were interrupted by the appearance of Dixon, the butler, announcing lunch. Miss Maitland Private Secretary 2011-03-08T03:00:39.100Z In pursuance of this plan, Euripides likes to have his opening as low-toned, as still, as slow in movement, as he can make it: its only tension is a feeling of foreboding or of mystery. Euripedes and His Age 2011-03-05T03:00:26.617Z And Celeste, lying back among the cushions, with half-closed eyes, drank in his low-toned, eloquent words—listened to the dangerous music of his voice—with a feeling unspeakably delicious, but hitherto unknown. Sharing Her Crime 2011-03-04T03:00:54.907Z She had brought him to the table almost by force, and was administering a low-toned but most impressive lecture. Under a Charm, Vol. III. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:37.767Z I saw them stop for a moment's low-toned conversation; then Godfrey turned back towards me. That Affair at Elizabeth 2011-02-14T03:00:36.587Z Then he rose, crushed the broken fragments, and came towards the girl with a low-toned question on his lips, 'Why are you here?' Menotah A Tale of the Riel Rebellion 2011-02-14T03:00:35.553Z Its work here is generally kept unobtrusive, neutral and low-toned. Euripedes and His Age 2011-03-05T03:00:26.617Z She went flying over nearer to the window and in a low-toned diplomatic parley persuaded him to wait a few minutes, finally even inducing him to take in his head until she could come. Oldfield A Kentucky Tale of the Last Century 2011-02-13T03:00:19.953Z The partitions each held its Jack and Jill; she could hear rustles, whispers, low-toned laughter. The Oyster 2011-02-10T03:00:49.300Z It is in excessively bad taste, and gives annoyance frequently, as others suppose such low-toned remarks may refer to them. The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society 2011-02-01T03:00:13.500Z A mellow richness, not often seen, is the chief characteristic of this low-toned grisaille, overrun with graceful coloured designs. Stained Glass Tours in England 2011-01-03T03:01:00.547Z While it is true that we lose the silvery hue that simple grisaille generally yields, still, in exchange, we receive a low-toned glow that is delightful. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z "I am doing quite well," was the low-toned answer. Stranded in Arcady The judge, on the front seat, was telling a low-toned story over his shoulder for the delectation of Nancy and Betty, but Shirley was not listening. The Valiants of Virginia Nothing was heard save, now and then, a sharp order from the detective, and a low-toned reply from the gendarmes. The Patriot Piccolo Mondo Antico Let us return to the two low-toned windows in the north wall, of which we have just spoken. Stained Glass Tours in England 2011-01-03T03:01:00.547Z After five minutes of low-toned confidences the man on the bench found himself looking into eyes of abated sullenness and listening to a voice that was simply small boy. The Tempering But she had not failed to see one thing, namely, Henry's pallor, his nervousness, and his low-toned conversation with Marguerite. Marguerite de Valois Above he could hear the angry voice of a woman, with intervals of silence as if for a low-toned inaudible reply. The Firebrand Steve indulged in a low-toned conversation with the Austrian, and frowned. Under Fire For Servia As she was pulling off her gloves her companion held a low-toned colloquy with the waiter. Patricia Brent, Spinster "In one moment," replies Horace, unmoved, going back to the low-toned dialogue he has been carrying on with Clarissa. Faith and Unfaith "It was only a leg-pull," was the low-toned explanation. The King of Arcadia There was genuine sympathy in Cleek's low-toned voice, and at sound of it Mr. Fairnish spun round and looked at him, his own face brightening. The Riddle of the Spinning Wheel A beautiful interior: quiet decoration; window glass, good and bad; low-toned carpet and cushions. Woman's Club Work and Programs First Aid to Club Women All others ceased their low-toned chat; all eyes seemed fastened on them—anxious mother and stricken son. Harper's Round Table, August 27, 1895 Soon we saw a most cadaverous, tall and poverty-stricken looking individual approaching in an erratic manner, and we could now hear his low-toned mutterings as he darted here and there. The Bright Side of Prison Life Experience, In Prison and Out, of an Involuntary Soujouner in Rebellion The father was dapper, effusive, sprightly, quick with smiling gestures; the son restrained, deliberate, low-toned with a slow, half-cynical smile of waiting. Ewing\\'s Lady The two men spoke again for a few moments in the same low-toned voices, and then Mr. Narkom addressed her. The Riddle of the Spinning Wheel Calycanthus floridus, with its spice-scented blooms of low-toned crimson, also a late summer flower, is a fine thing in a cool, well-sheltered corner, where the sun cannot burn the flowers. Trees and Shrubs for English Gardens The next moment they were passing through the office, out of view of the curious eyes, and a low-toned “Bravo!” acclaimed the success of her effort. What a Man Wills But its apparition seemed to convey no alarm to Harley Greenoak, for between him and it there now followed a short, low-toned, but very emphatic and earnest conference. Harley Greenoak's Charge This rapid, low-toned conversation took place at the foot of the stairs, out of hearing of the dying man, whose senses were fast failing. Tried for Her Life A Sequel to "Cruel As the Grave" He had a low-toned voice and slow manner, in which, however, there was no affectation. Anne A very short examination seemed to satisfy them, for, dividing into two parties, they started at a run towards the ravine, beating their shields and muttering a low-toned song. Adventures of Hans Sterk The South African Hunter and Pioneer When we separated, however, to pace the deck—two by two, for a "constitutional" before dinner—one could see by the absorbed expression on faces, and guess by the low-toned voices, what each pair discussed. The Brightener "What could I be, what should I be without God?" cried she in a low-toned but energetic voice, and whilst casting on Raskolnikoff a rapid glance of her brilliant eyes, she gripped his hand. Library of the World's Best literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 12 "Perhaps after a while; not just yet," was his low-toned reply. Elsie in the South When Mr. Evandale knocked at Mrs. Meldreth's door, he was aware of a slight bustle within, followed by the sound of voices in low-toned conference; then came a rather sharply-toned "Come in!" A Life Sentence A Novel Only a single sentence was spoken by either of them,—a terse low-toned order. The Story of Old Fort Loudon Over the noise of the scudding hoofs could be heard the creaking of leather trappings, the jingle and clank of steel, and the tense, low-toned commands or appeals of the men to their horses. The Little Regiment And Other Episodes of the American Civil War "He had a hard night, sir," was the low-toned answer. Laramie; or, The Queen of Bedlam. The meal was not eaten in haste or silence, but amid cheerful, mirthful chat and low-toned, musical laughter, and with its numerous courses occupied more than an hour. Elsie in the South Occasionally, a low-toned, husky query would be met by a curt rejoinder suggesting a cautious reticence and a rising enmity, blockading all investigation save the obligatory inquisition of a coroner's jury. The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain and Other Stories She, on her side, gave Miss Summers a low-toned picture of her own life, concentrating upon domestic circumstances and enhancing Miss Summers' respect for her bravery and her willingness. Coquette "It's all in the feel of it," was McKay's low-toned explanation. The Pathless Trail The click of balls, the buzz of low-toned comment died out of his ears—he was back in Troy, looking for his father, whom he had not seen or written to in twenty years. Money Magic A Novel They moaned in low-toned agony among the marble pillars of the Crowles mausoleum, where lay in pitying sleep the misguided woman whose gods of gold and tinsel had betrayed her. Carmen Ariza Barker, mournful and low-toned as an undertaker, informed her firmly that Mr. Jardine was seeing nobody. Tante And the sounds of the low-toned conversation did not startle Nan from her slumber all at once. Name and Fame A Novel And oh! was there ever music like her sweet, ringing laugh, or melody like the low-toned voice which was always eloquent of joyousness. Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 3 September 1848 He had but come out when he heard footsteps and two men in low-toned talk as they approached; and he withdrew further into the concealing darkness of the street. In the Shadow of the Hills Someone gratuitously cuffed me, but De Boer's voice issued a sharp, low-toned rebuke. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, October, 1930 She talked to him in Her beautiful, low-toned voice, and by-and-by She sat down to the piano and sang to him. The Very Small Person There was no other sound but the sound of the sea—deep, low-toned, booming like thunder, long crash and continuous roar. Tales of Fishes Opposite him stood Lestrange, colorless and still as Emily had never conceived him, listening in absolute silence to the bitter address pouring from the other's lips with a low-toned violence indescribable. The Flying Mercury Mary Johnson, in whose eyes a light of hope had dawned during Weir’s low-toned statement, began nervously to bite her lip. In the Shadow of the Hills That shrouded sun had ta'en Its passion from the wild-bird's song, but left Quiet felicities of notes low-toned That kept in tune with streams too amply brimmed To chatter o'er their pebbles. Legends of the Saxon Saints Even Mrs. Adams perceived the passion quivering beneath his easy, low-toned speech. They of the High Trails They interrupted a low-toned conversation to exchange significant glances. Old Man Curry Race Track Stories He was not so restless, and his song was low-toned and had a rich and more pleasant refrain. Chit-Chat; Nirvana; The Searchlight His low-toned 'I have come, Audrey,' might mean anything or nothing, and was met by absolute silence on her part. Lover or Friend That tale complete, low-toned at last she spake: 'Unhappy they to whom these things are hard!' Legends of the Saxon Saints You would be amazed to know the secrets they have with each other, and the low-toned talk that goes on. A Little Girl in Old Philadelphia Her voice was low-toned and pleading, her blue eyes questioningly on Peg’s face. Rose O'Paradise The French girl acknowledged the introduction, then turning to Mary began an eager, low-toned conversation, apparently forgetting her hostess. Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore He has been standing in low-toned colloquy with the Chief outside the heavy plush curtains. The Dop Doctor Gerhardt drew his wife and sister into a corner of the house, and opening his book, read a short portion, after which they engaged in low-toned conversation. One Snowy Night Long ago at Oxford I was sober-hearted and low-toned in spirit and strength; while they were as gay as their elders. Daisy A low-toned consultation now ensued between Rogers and those nearest him, in which Talbot was summoned to take part. The Voyage of the Aurora There was a brief exchange of low-toned words between the two, then Mignon seated herself, while Miss Merton marched stolidly back to her desk and without further delay began the interrupted morning exercises. Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore Mrs. Carrington and Mrs. Morton had withdrawn to a tête-à-tête at some distance, where they were engaged in a low-toned conversation, punctuated by many head-shakings. Making People Happy "How awfully white and pulled down you look!" he had said with low-toned sympathy. Captain Desmond, V.C. From the reclining hundreds came the soft bleating of ewes calling their young, which is only heard at the daily bedding, the low-toned blethering of the others of the flock, and the tinkle of bells. The Free Range The low-toned conversations ceased, and a painful and hostile silence seemed to settle around each man. The Dead Command From the Spanish Los Muertos Mandan There was another low-toned consultation before we were admitted. A Daughter of Raasay A Tale of the '45 Morton and Carrington were just finishing their low-toned, but very animated, conference at the end of the drawing-room, when their attention, together with that of Cicily, was attracted by a noise at the door. Making People Happy "It would be mere impertinence to say 'thank you,'" he murmured with low-toned vehemence. Captain Desmond, V.C. The low-toned harmonies of time-mellowed color we would be loath to exchange for aught else, except for that element of disturbance so vague and so difficult of definition, namely, lack of composition. Pictorial Composition and the Critical Judgment of Pictures Wade received them with some low-toned, hesitating words of apology. Judith of the Cumberlands She has followed him with her eyes until he stops; then with heightened color resumes a low-toned chat with her father. Starlight Ranch and Other Stories of Army Life on the Frontier A silence, solemn and still as death, followed these fervent, low-toned words. A Beautiful Alien There the General turned quickly on his visitor with the low-toned question: “Well—what have you found?” Found in the Philippines The Story of a Woman's Letters On the steps there was a short, low-toned conversation. It Might Have Been The Story of the Gunpowder Plot As Sir Reginald emerged from the pilot-house, the professor, in a low-toned murmur, advised his companions to take their binoculars and note especially the behaviour of the gazelles. With Airship and Submarine A Tale of Adventure "Is she pleased?" the matador asked Jos� once in a low-toned aside. The Pretty Sister Of José 1889 The last word was spoken in a tone he rarely disobeyed, and low-toned though it was, it was so distinctly uttered that people passing on the street beyond heard it. Dorothy's Travels They fell into a low-toned conversation on the partridge season, and the ducks, to which Bobby listened with all his ears, the while his eyes missed nothing of what took place before him. The Adventures of Bobby Orde Duncan noticed, while talking with Sally, that Jack and Beatrice had drawn their chairs more closely together, toward a corner of the table, and were now whispering together with low-toned eagerness. The Last Woman With sticks of gold the drum they smote, Which thundered out its deafening note, Blew loud the sounding shell, and blent Each high and low-toned instrument. The Rámáyan of Válmíki, translated into English verse Morton's liking for the Western man was raised almost to affection, as he looked into his earnest, remorseful eyes and listened to his low-toned confession. The Tyranny of the Dark He crushed the note in his hand, gave a few low-toned directions to his colleague, and left the room. The Lost Despatch He noticed nothing until the buzz round the table suddenly ceased, and the notes of his own voice, with its soft low-toned triumph, “Evoe, evoe!” fell in startling isolation. Romola And the hum of voices and the burden of their low-toned talk at length reached the ears or excited the suspicions of Lyon Berners. Cruel As The Grave The doctor walked toward her steadily and listened to her quick, low-toned report. The Squirrel-Cage These adjurations were in many tongues, and their low-toned variety indicated the swearing of an educated man. The Dew of Their Youth The far glooms were struck by low-toned lanterns. Nights in London When Tito had named the men of whom she felt certain he was the confederate, she said, with a recoiling gesture and low-toned bitterness— “And you—you are safe?” Romola And she did her best to give him a smile; but he got it most in the low-toned intonation, after all, with which she answered his question, how she was? The Gold of Chickaree Their low-toned talk and the glimmering light of the hall made them seem oddly intimate. The Squirrel-Cage Little Bill signalised the successful shot with a high-toned cheer, and the Indian with a low-toned “Waugh,” while Fergus made a hurried and therefore bad, shot at the scared flock. The Buffalo Runners A Tale of the Red River Plains He had a sweet low-toned voice, and an extremely winning smile. The White Rose of Langley A Story of the Olden Time He rose, and came to her, and Sir Geoffrey and Lord Marnell, who were in low-toned, earnest conversation, suddenly stopped as she appeared. Mistress Margery A man jumped down from the bank on the other side of the lane, with whom the priest held a long, low-toned conversation. The King's Daughters They were still confined to their own sitting-room, except on some extraordinary occasion, and the only amusements allowed them were low-toned conversation, chess, draughts, or illumination. A Forgotten Hero Not for Him The butcher grew radiant at the sweet, low-toned laugh with which Nell received this practical suggestion. Nell, of Shorne Mills or, One Heart's Burden Here and there are some who have turned their light blue capes up over their heads, and take no part in the low-toned chat. A War-Time Wooing A Story Lady Hastings uttered a low-toned exclamation of surprise. The International Magazine, Volume 2, No. 2, January, 1851 The two engaged in a low-toned conversation, directing quick glances at Musa. The Players As he drew near, a feeling of intense enmity arose within her, which reached its highest pitch when he addressed her in a fine, low-toned voice of peculiarly fascinating quality. The Daughters of Danaus A chair was brought, and he stood close beside her, repeating her low-toned requests aloud to the interpreter. Joyce's Investments A Story for Girls The eldest daughter, Mary, with whom I had afterwards reason to be better acquainted, pale, languid, very quiet, and low-toned, with fine eyes, and soft dark hair, and what people call an interesting look. Kate Coventry An Autobiography They were quite empty, and apparently unguarded, for when Yoosoof went down the bank and stood on a projecting rock which overlooked them, no one replied to his low-toned hail. Black Ivory “You may all do as you please, however,” continued the mate, after a low-toned remark from one of the crew, “for my command has come to an end with the loss of the ship.” The Island Queen The question put was not answered, for his guide, bidding him wait a minute, turned into a doorway and engaged in a low-toned conversation with a man. The Garret and the Garden Joyce instantly followed her, leaving her escort in low-toned talk with the undertaker. Joyce's Investments A Story for Girls Wheeling suddenly round, and facing the solemnised assembly, he addressed it, as if with difficulty, in a low-toned, awesome voice. Red Rooney The Last of the Crew It was a sad and sickening sight, and drew forth one or two low-toned sorrowful remarks from Reuben, as he moved slowly towards the tent from which smoke still issued. The Pioneers “Up there, sir,” said Dexter, in a low-toned weary voice, which sounded as if all the spirit had gone. Quicksilver The Boy With No Skid To His Wheel Then came the rustle of Mary’s skirt, a few low-toned words, and the sound of quick steps approaching the dining-room door. Betty Trevor But the doctor was more impatient than I, and first taking Black Hawk aside for a minute's low-toned consultation, he made his hasty adieus to our host, and bidding us follow him, he was off. The Rose of Old St. Louis All the members of Flamingo Camp Fire gathered close together on the sandy beach after the departure of the two Graham girls and held a low-toned discussion of the situation. Campfire Girls at Twin Lakes The Quest of a Summer Vacation Eleanor’s face was a study when she recognized him, but before Miss Hale could begin any introductions Madeline greeted him enthusiastically and got him into a corner, where they exchanged low-toned confidences for a moment. Betty Wales Senior There was something compelling in his low-toned voice; his presence subdued but did not remove strife. Other Main-Travelled Roads And I feel," said Hippy, who had overheard Miriam's low-toned remark, "as though I had been unjustly and unkindly treated. Grace Harlowe's Third Year at Overton College Two or three, after a low-toned colloquy, took their rifles, and crept cautiously outside to reconnoitre the situation. The Young Mountaineers Short Stories “Someone is entering now,” Miss Ladd40 whispered, lifting her hand with a warning for low-toned conversation. Campfire Girls at Twin Lakes The Quest of a Summer Vacation He quite resented the manifest contentment of Elsie Mayhew and her partner, who sat facing him, absorbed in the low-toned talk of incipient lovers, blind and deaf to the insignificant doings around them. The Great Amulet And Davies's low-toned protestations were drowned in the jovial tones of his burly comrade. Under Fire "What can make you sigh, Phebe?" asked a low-toned and plaintive voice. Cobwebs and Cables She heard the dog scuttling down the companion; on reaching the after-rail, she saw the captain engaged in earnest, low-toned conversation with Tollemache and Walker. The Captain of the Kansas From the low-toned chattering and the soft laughter that I have heard now and then of an evening I have inferred that these nominally chance encounters are not confined wholly to the day. The Christmas Kalends of Provence And Some Other Provençal Festivals Even the two wounded men from the Andromeda took heart when they listened to De Sylva's low-toned explanation, given under the shadow of a great rock ere the final advance was made. The Stowaway Girl Another low-toned parley between the chief and his henchmen. Under Fire There was a moment of low-toned talk between the two, a question twice repeated in firmer tone, then a sudden, desperate spring and dash for liberty. Ray's Daughter A Story of Manila If she listened to the low-toned talk it was only mechanically, one would say. The Price They, too, had seen, and the three were now in low-toned conference. An Apache Princess A Tale of the Indian Frontier In the evening the two girls sat in Susan's tent enjoying a last exchange of low-toned talk. The Emigrant Trail Hastings and his men were riding along a hundred yards or so in front, and the two women were left to their own low-toned confidences. Under Fire But she called again, low-toned, yet dominant, as is many a wife in and out of the army. A Daughter of the Sioux A Tale of the Indian frontier I was sober- hearted and low-toned in spirits and strength; while they were as gay as their elders. Daisy Then he heard a low-toned argument in Spanish. Never-Fail Blake One morning, as the doctor rode silently beside him, he broke into a low-toned singing. The Emigrant Trail Leonard shifted his seat to Cranston's side and entered into low-toned chat with him and Davies, though neither seemed in mood to talk. Under Fire The doctor and the aide had taken seats at the other end of the table and dutifully engaged in low-toned conversation. A Daughter of the Sioux A Tale of the Indian frontier When we were well away from the camp of that ungodly combination, Piegan rose to his feet and we proceeded a little faster until we reached a distance that permitted of low-toned conversation. Raw Gold A Novel This is Commander Curtin," Brad said with low-toned authority, "Executive to Admiral Drummer. The Universe — or Nothing She laughed, a musical low-toned chuckle that pleased him. The Hidden Places There is no prelude of low-toned plaintive orchestral music tuned to expectancy. The Freebooters of the Wilderness There was a disagreeable smile on the stout girl's face as she leaned toward Virginia and made a low-toned remark. Grace Harlowe's First Year at Overton College When Conniston left the Half Moon and went to work in the Valley under your father"—leaning forward, his low-toned voice again deeply confidential—"the whole plot was laid and perfected. Under Handicap A Novel A moment more he could hear hoof-beats and the voices of men in low tones; then, low-toned too, but sharp and stern, Feeny's challenge rose upon the night: "Who comes there?" Foes in Ambush The strong accents of the alliterating syllables supply the music with firmness, while the low-toned syllables give opportunity for the most varied nuances of declamation. The Great German Composers He was a mild-mannered man, tall, rather pale, with refined features and a low-toned pleasant voice. Fifty Years of Railway Life in England, Scotland and Ireland Cleek turned to the nearest one, and spoke in a low-toned voice. The Riddle of the Frozen Flame Mr. Crawford, walking composedly back and forth, drawing thoughtfully at his cigar, gave no evidence of so much as hearing the low-toned voice. Under Handicap A Novel Then down he scrambled, giving one look at Moreno and his sleeping guardian as he passed, then gave a low-toned order to Walsh. Foes in Ambush It did me a world of good, for it was before the lecture, at twilight, when I am very blue and low-toned. Modern Prose And Poetry; For Secondary Schools Edited With Notes, Study Helps, And Reading Lists "Only the beginning—the real work is all to do," said he, and entered into a low-toned exposition thereof quite calmly. The Vicissitudes of Bessie Fairfax The petty officer in command behind the bow gun, looking for the signal, saw it and gave a low-toned order. The Submarine Boys for the Flag Deeding Their Lives to Uncle Sam And now a minor note, as thin as a low-toned human voice heard faintly through the deep music of a cathedral organ, something seemed to call to him telling him again of these things. Under Handicap A Novel She had spoken with a hurry of low-toned words that left me no opening, and now she turned away before my tongue was ready to serve my mind. Montlivet The house was very silent; but he heard low-toned voices above, and pursued his way towards them. The Lost Treasure of Trevlyn A Story of the Days of the Gunpowder Plot She understood, and the low-toned tête-à-tête was not resumed. Empire Builders So the "low-toned rhymes" of him to whom "souls were always more than songs," written "at random—off and on, here, there, anywhere," touch the heart and linger like remembered music in a long-gone twilight. Literary Hearthstones of Dixie "Howdy, stranger?" answered the red-headed man, his voice strangely low-toned and gentle. Under Handicap A Novel The low-toned conversation vaguely worried his subconscious self; he wished people would converse more audibly. The Lee Shore Blount caught only a word now and again of the low-toned, wrangling argument that followed. The Honorable Senator Sage-Brush It was at this point in the low-toned conference that the ingenious young man in the outer office put down the desk telephone ear-piece long enough to smite with his fist at some air-drawn antagonist. Empire Builders Betimes The grandest songs depart, While the gentle, humble, and low-toned rhymes Will echo from heart to heart. Literary Hearthstones of Dixie He heard the low-toned, pleasant chat of the ladies in the sitting-room, but he was in no mood to join them. From the Ranks He talked rapidly in a vibrant, low-toned voice, with frequent gestures of his shapely hands. The Voice of the People The senator met the two late travellers in the vestibule, and while the three were waiting for an elevator a rapid fire of low-toned question and answer passed between husband and wife. The Honorable Senator Sage-Brush Gila's laugh rang harshly in the room again, following some low-toned remark, and the man laughed coarsely in reply. The Witness "O, what a world!" she exclaimed in her low-toned way. Idolatry A Romance Then the girl burst into low-toned speech, glancing back constantly through the door she held nearly shut behind her. The Palace of Darkened Windows The whole place was full of bright colors and low-toned cheerful talk, yet so English was the atmosphere, that it was as if the General and I were shut into an enchanted forest. Joy in the Morning A moment later Gantry, taking a low-toned command from his companion, was disappearing in the direction of the refreshment-tables, and the lady looked up to say: "Dear me, Mr. Hathaway, you almost startled me!" The Honorable Senator Sage-Brush "Who can she be?" were the low-toned questions that reached her ear as her father led her to a sofa and rested her upon it. Ishmael Or, In the Depths Paul, who was a shrewd observer, detected at once that this was no ordinary woman before him, and saw from whom Joan had inherited her graceful, refined bearing and sweet, low-toned voice. In the Wars of the Roses A Story for the Young And the reply to it seemed to be a low-toned appeal from a woman. The Day of the Beast The eagerness of delight with which he listened to every word uttered by the low-toned and gentle voice was almost painful; and yet he knew it not. Macleod of Dare "The time is getting right ripe, and I thought you might want a minute or so to put on your things," he said, in answer to the low-toned "Well?" that came over the house wire. The Honorable Senator Sage-Brush His voice, low-toned as it was, stabbed through the silence, startling her, coming unexpectedly out of the void which had drawn him and his horse gradually beyond the quest of her straining eyes. The Bells of San Juan A silence followed, short, yet filled with dread; then came a low-toned order and the crash of carbine butts on the stout oak door. The Littlest Rebel There arises therefrom an immense but light murmur in which dominate the sounds of laughter, and the low-toned interchange of polite speeches. Madame Chrysantheme And then the fascination of that low-toned voice! Macleod of Dare I have come," he was saying now to Templeton, speaking abruptly although his voice was as gentle and low-toned and pleasant as when he had spoken with the cashier, "three days ahead of time. Six Feet Four They are meant only for the subconscious mind and are generally so low-toned as to be easily ignored unless one falls into the habit of listening for them. Outwitting Our Nerves A Primer of Psychotherapy His pictures, oils and water-colours alike, are the real thing, very true, very beautiful, low-toned, always with a touch of wistfulness and melancholy. A Wanderer in Holland "She preferred to remain behind," replied Mrs. Allison in a low-toned aside, "and as she would have been of no use whatever, we did not urge her to come." Grandmother Elsie "You will not believe her," said Miss White, in that low-toned, gravely sincere voice of hers, while a faint shell-like pink suffused her face. Macleod of Dare True, the talk was low-toned and fragmentary; desultory enough to require little of any member of the group sitting around the smouldering fire on the spur embankment. The Taming of Red Butte Western After five minutes of low-toned monologue on the part of the schoolma'am, Happy Jack went the way of his predecessors and also became scared and unhappy. The Lonesome Trail and Other Stories For a little while they all sat silently watching the sleeping babe; then Arthur glanced at the clock, and, with a low-toned promise to be back in an hour, rose, and left the room. Elsie's Kith and Kin The chief instance of this is the low-toned sky. The Practice and Science of Drawing His personality appears there even more original, but one may well give the palm to those works of Manet which are painted in his classic and low-toned manner. The French Impressionists (1860-1900) Then followed a low-toned consultation, in the course of which such talk as this was heard:— "Our Pater will want to shell out when he hears about Chris." Camp and Trail A Story of the Maine Woods When he would have thanked her she gave him a quick look, and made a low-toned answer. The Sign of the Red Cross Stella heard him giving some low-toned directions as she entered, and she wondered if the new ayah would resent his lordly attitude. The Lamp in the Desert To look in a black glass and then compare what you saw with your work looked at direct is not a fair comparison, and will result in low-toned work with little brilliancy. The Practice and Science of Drawing There, within hearing of the soldiers, the dialogue that followed was low-toned, and it was swift and palpitant with repressed emotion. The Last Shot Short, crisp, and earnest, low-toned, but felt as an electric pulse, are the words of Prescott. The Bay State Monthly — Volume 1, No. 5, May, 1884 For a moment there ensued a low-toned colloquy. The Fortieth Door Fleet-footed she drew near, and as she approached a long bitter sigh broke from Isabel and, following it, low-toned entreaties that pierced her anew with the utter abandonment of their supplication. Greatheart Lord Claud dropped into the seat next him, laughing a light, low-toned laugh. Tom Tufton's Travels "I am English truly," was the low-toned answer, "and I am here to advise thee for thy good." In the Days of Chivalry As he entered the adjutant's office he found Colonel Cleaves seated on the corner of his subordinate's desk, in low-toned conversation with his subordinate. Uncle Sam's Boys with Pershing's Troops Dick Prescott at Grips with the Boche So there was no one to overhear a low-toned colloquy between the bride and the veiled woman, no one to note or wonder that the veiled woman was speaking, strangely enough, in rapid English. The Fortieth Door There was a low-toned conversation between the two officers. Dave Darrin at Vera Cruz Whenever some of the "soreheads" passed a knot of other boys, low-toned laughs followed. The High School Left End Dick & Co. Grilling on the Football Gridiron He knew her, and something in her face prompted the low-toned sentence as be paused before her: "You have found the Father, I think." Four Girls at Chautauqua Sitting rather forward upon the sofa, his legs crossed, nursing one blue serge trousered knee with locked hands, his glance travelled thoughtfully over the quiet, low-toned room and its varied contents. Deadham Hard "I asked you," continued he, with low-toned emphasis, "for the single and only reason that I want you for my wife." The Grandissimes "By all that's holy," came in a man's voice, low-toned and uncertain; "it isn't a dream, after all!" Master Tales of Mystery, Volume 3 Heads were thrust forth and greetings followed, some shy and low-toned, some with feigned man-of-the-world jauntiness. The Wrong Twin Meanwhile Delphine stood coolly taking the measurement of the Marquis of G., while her mother entertained one and another guest with a low-toned flattery, gentle interest, or lively narration, as the case might demand. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 03, No. 16, February, 1859 A man's voice was audible within, low-toned and grave, but very pleasant. Deadham Hard Four men sat in low-toned conference around the governor's writing-table, and if any one of them had looked up the silent witness must have been discovered. The Grafters He was looking at Joe Daviess and Andrew Jackson, the two famous attorneys, who were again absorbed in grave, low-toned consultation. Round Anvil Rock A Romance Speech was brief and low-toned among the elders, as befitted the high moment. The Wrong Twin This to be followed by flames leaping high into the air, whilst low-toned monotonous chanting would break out from the assembly. Bullets & Billets Mrs. Marshall-Smith aroused herself to a sudden, low-toned, iron masterfulness of voice and manner which, for all its quietness, had the quality of a pistol shot in the family group. The Bent Twig "Well, the time has come when you've got it to do," was the low-toned threat. The Grafters These two great lawyers still stood absorbed in low-toned conversation. Round Anvil Rock A Romance Betimes The grandest songs depart, While the gentle, humble, and low-toned rhymes Will echo from heart to heart. Poems: Patriotic, Religious The roar of the working day drowns the voices of the elfin sprites that are ever singing their low-toned miserere in our ears. Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow So she low-toned; while with shut eyes I lay Listening; then looked. The Princess Then the four who had shot slipped their guns back into their holsters and resumed their cigarettes and drawling low-toned conversation. The Mountains Rhoecus," said she, in low-toned words, serene and full, and as clear as drops of dew, "I am the Dryad of this tree, and with it I am doomed to live and die. Good Stories for Holidays Inside, there was a low-toned buzz of conversation. Fanny Herself Here there ensued a low-toned conference, and while it progressed Barbara Harding reached forth a steady hand which belied the terror in her soul and plucked the revolver from Eddie Shorter's lap. The Mucker "Unless," said Grace, leaning forward to speak with low-toned emphasis, "unless there are material advantages to be gained by making herself agreeable to him." House of Mirth "If you want to help me, then—you can help me to stay here," she brought out with low-toned intensity. The Reef Mrs. Bulstrode was a feminine smaller edition of her brother, and had none of her husband's low-toned pallor. Middlemarch They talked; low-toned murmurings that they seemed to find exquisitely meaningful or witty, by turn. Fanny Herself Inside she could see polished floors, walls freshly papered in low-toned harmonious colours, straw rugs and madras curtains. A Girl of the Limberlost She continued silent under the rush of astonishment that his words produced, and he moved a step closer to ask with low-toned directness: "Why don't you use those letters of hers you bought last year?" House of Mirth Bruce asked with low-toned curiosity, as he stood up and looked in the glass. Love at Second Sight "I am very thankful to hear it," said the Vicar, falling back in his chair, and speaking with that low-toned quickness which often follows the removal of a load. Middlemarch At a low-toned word from the Herr Chief of the Secret Service the orderly saluted and quickly resumed his seat by the chauffeur. I Spy In his low-toned insistence he used a lover's language, terms of endearment, tender phrases, but her timorous reluctance roused a passion of rage in him. Treasure and Trouble Therewith A Tale of California Here and there, in front of various resorts, and on the corners, he passed little groups of men engaged in bated, low-toned conversation. The Further Adventures of Jimmie Dale The girl shrank back a pace—two paces—uttering a low-toned monosyllable of understanding, an "O!" abruptly gasped. The Lone Wolf A Melodrama One hears with equal facility the low-toned boom of the steamers' whistle upon the river, and the crack of whips in the boulevard. The Slave of the Lamp I recalled, though, the low-toned comment of Cousin Egbert, who stood near me. Ruggles of Red Gap As they cut they interchanged low-toned remarks, and once the elder looked at him frowningly over her shoulder. Treasure and Trouble Therewith A Tale of California Again the people waited, but now once more arose the murmur of low-toned conversation. The Gray Dawn He looked convinced, and Mr. Durant looked astonished and troubled; there was much low-toned talk between them and some shaking of head. Ester Ried Yet Speaking Then they put down the bag and dived into the tent, and I heard rustlings and low-toned remarks that breathed satisfaction. A Little Bush Maid Coventry lay watching her by the dim light that burned in the room, and she sang on as easily as a bird, a dreamy, low-toned lullaby, which soothed the listener like a spell. Behind a Mask, or a Woman's Power I want to whisper low-toned, intimate talk, in keeping with this penumbra of the dusk. Glimpses of Bengal Selected from the Letters of Sir Rabindranath Tagore Everything noble and great in the Christian life is fed by solitude, and everything poor and mean and hypocritical and low-toned is nourished by continual absence from the secret place of the Most High. Expositions of Holy Scripture Psalms No, Ezra, no," said Mirah, with low-toned intensity, "that was not it. Daniel Deronda Aunt Missouri went out and held some low-toned parley with them. The Best American Humorous Short Stories There was a moment or two of low-toned talk, then "Good-night," and the girl came in alone. Up the Hill and Over When Clem brought the chair for the minister, Miss Caroline gave him a brief, low-toned order, which he hurried away to execute. The Boss of Little Arcady The voice was even and low-toned, yet every word came to Johnnie distinctly. The Power and the Glory Mirah spoke with low-toned fervor, and sat as still as a picture all the while. Daniel Deronda I miss the hush of the quiet eves, When the gloaming stole through the silent wood, And the low-toned zephyrs that stirred the leaves Were like elfin harps in the solitude. Lays from the West To the absurdly low-toned remarks of his companion he vouchsafed no reply whatever. Up the Hill and Over He was low-toned, easy of manner, with a flawless aplomb. The Boss of Little Arcady They had gone a good thirty feet, their nerves tingling with the hope of next-instant discovery, when Phil broke the silence with a low-toned sentence. Boy Scouts of the Air on Lost Island His low-toned self-complacency, like the faded banner of an obstinate fort, still flies unconquered. A Modern Utopia During the course of these remarks his comrades signified their hearty concurrence to his sentiments, by giving vent to sundry low-toned "hums!" and "has!" and "wahs!" and "hos!" according to circumstances. The Young Fur Traders The husky, low-toned voice of a man came to the ears of those in the dining-room. The Rose in the Ring He devoted much of his time to low-toned conversations with Rigby; few were the occasions when he lounged affably upon her typewriting desk as of yore. Jane Cable Gerald and Dolores in the less lively vicinity of the Marchioness carrying on a low-toned conversation, which, however, enabled Gerald to sustain nature with food better than he had done at breakfast. The Long Vacation I could hear the men washing down one of the cars, the swash of water, and, best of all, the low-toned, gruff gossip. Guy Garrick Suddenly, without warning, a low-toned bell rang before us and a bright-green light flashed up. The Dream Doctor At first, their conversation was low-toned, but presently the young native added his more vivacious accents. The Unspeakable Perk Manse Bell came up and knocked, inclining her ear as she did so to catch the minister's low-toned reply. The Lilac Sunbonnet Indeed she had drifted into a low-toned conversation with a young man on the fender. The Heart of Rachael Night fell—the darkness thickened—the old trapper kept his vigil—and Neale sank to sleep, and the sweet, low-toned bells claimed him in his dreams. The U. P. Trail It is the green light and the low-toned bell. The Dream Doctor Now and then a whispered word from David made her exchange one song for another, or a low-toned "bravo" from the same source greeted some special favourite. Herb of Grace "If you know anything of women—" "Which I do not," observed the gnome in a low-toned interruption. The Witch of Prague There seemed now to take place a low-toned conversation amongst them, and the Lady Helen, with a pale countenance, drew back towards Wilton and Laura. The King's Highway In fact, this plan of relieving the pattern by shifting its tint as well as its depth, is chiefly of use in dealing with quite low-toned colours—golden browns or greys, for instance. Hopes and Fears for Art The hum of the low-toned voices droned on without interruption. The Ward of King Canute; a romance of the Danish conquest Through the tent walls came the sound of singing, low-toned, rich, penetrating. Corporal Cameron of the North West Mounted Police; a tale of the Macleod trail "Will he come here?" at last she said, in a low-toned voice. Doctor Thorne Probably the low-toned softness of the voice, so utterly different from the shrill wrangling notes of all the other women he had known, took him by surprise. The Dove in the Eagle's Nest But he did not seem in any haste to obey, sweetly as her low-toned injunction must have sounded in his ears. The Golden Slipper : and other problems for Violet Strange But his smile and low-toned 'Thank you,' were so different from all she had ever known from him, that she could hardly maintain her attempt at impassibility. Heartsease, Or, the Brother's Wife The secretary of the trust magnate had come in and was in low-toned conversation with him. Ridgway of Montana (Story of To-Day, in Which the Hero Is Also the Villain) Sometimes a low-toned woman cried through the window-hole softly, "He's coming directly, senor," and the horseman waited silent on a motionless horse. Nostromo, a Tale of the Seaboard She spoke in a slow, steady, low-toned voice. We Two, a novel Her activity was the subject of excited but low-toned conversations, which would be interrupted when her master appeared. The Rescue A Romance of the Shallows She acknowledged his just correction of her for running on to an extreme in low-toned converse, though they stood sufficiently isolated from the others. The Egoist "He's putting it in position and we shall wade out and join it," she answered, in her low-toned voice. A Voyage to Arcturus Others hopped here and there restlessly, uttering plaintive, low-toned cheeps. The Riverman "Senora, will you grant me audience?" he asked, in perfect English, and his voice was low-toned and grave. Light of the Western Stars "You have despised life," went on the low-toned voice. A Voyage to Arcturus |
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