| 单词 | assiduity |
| 例句 | And exercising judgement requires a specific set of virtues, the virtues you would hope to find in a jury of your peers: impartiality, assiduity, sincerity. The Invention of Science 2015-09-17T00:00:00Z “Be firm, Herbert,” I would retort, plying my own pen with great assiduity. Great Expectations 1861-08-01T00:00:00Z This was apparently a family that documented events with the assiduity of photojournalists. No photos, please! Families of my dying patients shy away from taking pictures in hospice, but why? 2016-03-26T04:00:00Z The House gave him a reference stating that he "acted with a very high degree of professionalism. He showed discretion, loyalty, assiduity and efficiency... there were no disciplinary issues affecting him". Bercow accused of bullying private secretary 2018-05-01T04:00:00Z All it takes is commitment and a little assiduity. How to Achieve Your Reading Goals This Year 2016-01-09T05:00:00Z "There are no trees. The people are unhealthy in appearance - a circumstance which is attributed to their assiduity in pearl diving, which places a severe strain on the human constitution." The diplomat’s portable handbook (wheelbarrow required) 2014-12-05T05:00:00Z On his return he devoted himself with great assiduity to mineralogy, and formed one of the finest collections by means of personal exploration in almost every part of Scotland. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 2 "Hearing" to "Helmond" 2012-04-25T02:00:53.567Z But apparently they needed no appetizer, for they plied their chop-sticks with unfailing assiduity. From Egypt to Japan 2012-04-19T02:00:28.147Z The Inquisitor of Passau informs us that they had translations of the whole Bible in the vulgar tongue, which the Church vainly sought to suppress, and which they studied with incredible assiduity. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume I 2012-04-17T02:00:16.473Z We have not made it a large and important branch of handicraft; and our workmen have not studied natural history with sufficient assiduity to give the proper distinctive forms to the animals. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z He rose in his regiment by great steadiness and assiduity. The History of Margaret Catchpole A Suffolk Girl 2012-04-03T02:00:27.997Z With pious, patient assiduity he continued in this career for a number of years. Curiosities of Human Nature 2012-04-03T02:00:27.167Z Another means of stimulating the essential interest in quantitative thinking itself is the arrangement of the work so that real arithmetical thinking is encouraged more than mere imitation and assiduity. The Psychology of Arithmetic 2012-03-31T02:00:28.817Z In Paris I have to congratulate myself on the careful assiduity with which M.L. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume I 2012-04-17T02:00:16.473Z It was cultivated with an assiduity bearing a just proportion to the honors with which it was crowned. The Portland Sketch Book 2012-03-28T02:00:28.847Z But the assiduity with which we endeavored to heal this dissension only made matters worse. Quodlibet 2012-03-26T02:00:29.820Z It was interesting to observe this poor, destitute child, without a friend to guide his conduct or direct his studies, devoting himself with such unceasing assiduity to his own improvement. Curiosities of Human Nature 2012-04-03T02:00:27.167Z What I have witnessed, others, with equal assiduity and perseverance, may witness for themselves. There is no Death 2012-03-22T02:00:39.257Z No assiduities 19 can win him to take the least notice of the crew, and I soon discovered, that, when the captain and myself were below, he endured many a persecution. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z The more I regard your happiness, the more desirous I am by assiduity and attention to business to establish a character which will give me consequence and importance in life. Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable 2012-03-08T03:00:11.013Z What he gains is by superior assiduity, skill in combination and calculation, and quickness of sight. Life Without and Life Within or, Reviews, Narratives, Essays, and poems. 2012-03-05T03:00:13.070Z He worked hard at his first book, sitting late over it with an assiduity to which he looked back with astonishment in after years. Herbert Spencer 2012-02-29T03:00:20.773Z To these gentlemen I am greatly indebted for the unwearied assiduity which they at all times displayed, and for the extent of the collection in this, as well as in other departments of Natural History. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z The ill-ordered assiduity which prompted one bad correction most probably did not rest there. The Traditional Text of the Holy Gospels 2012-02-24T03:00:31.020Z Becoming a herald-painter, that pursuit led his naturally inquisitive genius to the study of heraldry and family history, and the two works referred to are sufficient monuments of his assiduity in both. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z The former, conscious of the uncertainty with which they were encompassed, made use of every help they could procure in the pursuit of truth with unwearied assiduity. Fletcher of Madeley 2012-02-23T03:00:39.877Z Some were covered with boughs, their winter protection; others were being patched, painted, or calked, preparatory for launching, with an assiduity and solicitude that can only be appreciated by the owners of such craft. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z The organised energy, the patient assiduity, the expanding productiveness of Germany found a great opportunity in meeting the new needs of these rapidly growing countries. South America and the War 2012-02-10T03:00:17.163Z The gentlemen are particularly polite to the ladies, attending to their little wants with the greatest assiduity, and watching their every movement, to anticipate, if possible, their wishes. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume II (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:13.500Z For his sake dowagers mince in white and silver, and at times he has to take to his bed to protect himself from their assiduities.' Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z Miranda's foot described more figures on the floor, and with great assiduity. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z Our grand juries have exhibited very laudable assiduity in discharging their duties, and criminals here will meet with certain and prompt punishment. A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information 2012-01-20T03:00:11.607Z He ended by believing himself encouraged by Philip in the assiduity of his visits to Dora. Woman and Artist 2012-01-10T03:00:14.960Z Do you not feel within your own breast a repugnance to the assiduities he at all times takes pains to shew you? The Sylph, Volume I and II 2012-01-09T03:00:19.583Z Once or twice I thought of him, and with an indistinct feeling of self-reproach; but I was occupied with the assiduities of my new admirer, and had no leisure to consider of propriety. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z He had often felt his assiduity might prove to be a nuisance, but every attempt he had made to break off his visits had been fruitless. The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) 2012-01-02T03:00:27.980Z He spent with me a sufficient length of time to convince me of the truth reported concerning his cheerfulness in labor, as well as his knowledge, application, and assiduity in business. A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information 2012-01-20T03:00:11.607Z The first Christians in Jerusalem were honoured of all the people because of their assiduity in the Temple worship and for their exemplary devotion. Outlines of a Philosophy of Religion based on Psychology and History 2012-01-01T03:00:07.953Z The artist painted with great assiduity in the morning, and his evening parties though homely, were pleasant and refined. Curiosities of Impecuniosity 2011-12-31T03:00:16.190Z His eye did not once wander towards me; indeed the assiduity of his companion left scarcely even his eyes at liberty. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z One took charge of her fan, the other of her handkerchief; both tried to entertain her by their remarks, and to flatter her vanity by their assiduity. Froth 2011-12-28T03:00:38.123Z While they were wasting their time in dissipation and in frivolous amusements, he consecrated his days and his nights with untiring assiduity to study. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 3, No. 15, August, 1851 2011-12-27T03:00:07.217Z We have maturely considered your great assiduity in the various accidents which occurred in your several Journies. A Journey from Prince of Wales's Fort in Hudson's Bay to the Northern Ocean in the Years 1769, 1770, 1771, 1772 New Edition with Introduction, Notes, and Illustrations 2011-12-26T03:00:13.520Z His patience was rewarded; for one day, with incredible suddenness, the nuisance ceased, and Master Alfred became almost demonstrative in his assiduity and doglike in his affection. A Knight on Wheels 2011-12-24T03:08:07.830Z My purse, my ornaments, my amusements, even the assiduities of my admirers, all on which my foolish heart was most fixed, I freely shared with her. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z As they got into the train the servile assiduity of the station-clerks betrayed how great an excitement was produced by the mere passage through the office of these potentates and grandees. Froth 2011-12-28T03:00:38.123Z They have wooed Knowledge as a mistress that could not be won without years of unwearied assiduity. Knowledge is Power: A View of the Productive Forces of Modern Society and the Results of Labor, Capital and Skill. 2011-12-24T03:08:00.833Z She must have noticed my assiduity in watching her. Fr?d?rique; vol. 2 2011-12-19T03:00:37.437Z I am almost ashamed to confess the intense assiduity with which I applied myself to those frivolous literary studies of which I have been speaking. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z The reputation of Lord Frederick's attentions gave me much more pleasure than the attentions themselves; and my companions knew how to flatter me, by reminding me of his assiduities. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z But, with all this assiduity, we did not convict our burglar. Atlantic Classics, Second Series 2011-12-09T03:00:20.203Z Then, at the instance of Rosser, he procured the works of Sir Isaac Newton, and devoted himself to the study of geometry and kindred sciences with the assiduity of a man bent on success. The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z In secular poetry, the writing of epigrams especially was cultivated with assiduity and often with ability. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 5 "Greek Law" to "Ground-Squirrel" 2011-12-05T03:00:51.527Z He was called to bear arms against Ariezo and Pisa, where he served with great assiduity. From the Thames to the Tiber or, My visit to Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan, Switzerland, etc. 2011-12-03T03:00:10.397Z Your apologies for not writing are the most uncalled-for things—your assiduity and the length of your letters to this family are a standing marvel—especially considering the market-value of your "copy"! The Letters of William James, Vol. II 2011-11-24T03:00:48.427Z And he attended her wherever she went with the utmost assiduity. A Mere Chance, Vol. 1 of 3 A Novel 2011-11-24T03:00:44.097Z From the assiduity with which they resort to arable land and follow the plough, they have been called Sea Crows. British Birds in their Haunts 2011-11-23T03:00:23.677Z The humane and philanthropic Joseph, who had previously inoculated himself with success, and thus avoided further danger from the contagion, now devoted himself to nursing and caring for his sick companions-in-arms with unwearied assiduity. Nature and Culture 2011-11-17T03:00:34.107Z In this same work there is a story of a hen, near Exeter, which devoted itself with much assiduity and success to catching mice. Natural History in Anecdote Illustrating the nature, habits, manners and customs of animals, birds, fishes, reptiles, etc., etc., etc. 2011-11-12T03:00:32.773Z If father and mother possess æsthetic sensibilities, these are offended probably by the plainness and the lack of graces in their offspring—bye-products merely of their economic assiduities. Feminism and Sex-Extinction 2011-11-11T03:00:29.100Z But, in spite of this precaution, they could not escape the assiduities of some gay men of fashion, who knew Glenmurray and admired his companion; and Adeline at length suspected that Glenmurray was jealous. Adeline Mowbray or, The Mother and Daughter 2011-11-04T02:00:17.120Z The future conqueror devoted himself henceforth to his duties with remarkable assiduity. Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican Vol. 1 of 2 A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of That Country From the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time; With a View of the Ancient Aztec Empire and Civilization; A Historical Sketch of the Late War; And Notices of New Mexico and California 2011-11-02T02:00:11.380Z "The assiduity of my application to study," he says, "prevented my associating with refined ladies, and I had hardly any acquaintance with women outside of the church." Studies in Medi?val Life and Literature 2011-10-29T02:00:13.050Z Lisette busies herself with the plant, and trains its branches with more than usual assiduity. The Danes Sketched by Themselves. Vol. III (of 3) A Series of Popular Stories by the Best Danish Authors 2011-10-25T02:00:26.667Z When spring succeeded to winter, Ebbe left the service he had taken, and returned to his hut, where he recommenced his labours with as much assiduity as before, and with the same result. The Danes Sketched by Themselves. Vol. II (of 3) A Series of Popular Stories by the Best Danish Authors 2011-10-25T02:00:24.180Z The tender assiduities of birds in their attachments is no less remarkable than their courage in defence of their mates and young ones. The Emigrant's Lost Son or, Life Alone in the Forest 2011-10-13T02:00:39.777Z Your observations on our commercial relations to France, and your conduct as to Mr. Gardoqui's letter, prove your judgment and assiduity. The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. II. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England 2011-10-12T02:00:47.957Z The captain was more and more pleased with the object of his affections, and urged his suit with increased assiduity. Auricular Confession and Popish Nunneries Volumes I. and II., Complete 2011-10-12T02:00:45.373Z He once more had to petition the Board, which shortly before had commended his assiduity. The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. I. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England; to which is added a Sketch of Paine by William Cobbett 2011-10-12T02:00:38.787Z It is impossible any person can be more truly sensible of your Excellency's unremitting attention and assiduity to every thing connected with the naval department in this country than myself, &c. Some Account of the Public Life of the Late Lieutenant-General Sir George Prevost, Bart. Particularly of his Services in the Canadas, including a reply to the strictures on his Military Character, Contained in an Article in The Quareterly Review 2011-10-11T02:01:07.053Z He was not gifted with assiduity or forwardness so often essential to bearing away the palm. Lincoln, the Politician 2011-10-11T02:01:06.270Z She provided him with an excellent nurse, who had for him all the anxiety and assiduity of a sister. The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. II. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England 2011-10-12T02:00:47.957Z Her grace's assiduity was equal to her originality. 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 By your assiduity and labour try to recompense him and render yourself useful to our race. The Jew 2011-10-06T02:00:34.840Z Both sides now exerted themselves with the utmost assiduity. Some Account of the Public Life of the Late Lieutenant-General Sir George Prevost, Bart. Particularly of his Services in the Canadas, including a reply to the strictures on his Military Character, Contained in an Article in The Quareterly Review 2011-10-11T02:01:07.053Z She had had more than she mentioned, for Gore was staying at Banner's Post, and had devoted himself to her entertainment with a frank assiduity that had roused the envy of other guests. The Coast of Adventure 2011-10-03T02:00:25.810Z Mrs. Blake Bentley and her daughter Matilda sat one on each side of the Baron, and showed rather more assiduity in helping him than is customary from ladies to gentlemen. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z About the year 1551, he obtained the rectory of Sunningwell, in Berkshire, where he was much beloved for his zeal and assiduity as a parish priest. Curiosities of Great Britain: England and Wales Delineated Vol.1-11 Historical, Entertaining & Commercial; Alphabetically Arranged. 11 Volume set. 2011-09-26T02:00:29.140Z The assiduity of the colonel led the mother and daughter to affect conservative opinions. The Jew 2011-10-06T02:00:34.840Z "Thanks to my assiduity I am at last enabled to bring you some important news," cried the little Gascon with a self-satisfied air. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z The more they showed themselves inexorable, the more Mademoiselle redoubled her assiduities. Louis XIV and La Grande Mademoiselle 1652-1693 2011-09-14T02:00:48.383Z Yielding to the wishes of his friends, Jókai now resolved to follow his father's profession, and for three years continued to study the law with his usual assiduity at Comorn and Pest. Tales From J?kai 2011-09-02T02:00:19.183Z Here he studied with an assiduity which would have been impossible at court, and which must again have been far less possible in his later years of want and sordid shifts. Chaucer and His England 2011-09-01T02:00:19.940Z What reason should hinder me from putting my hand to the task for which I have prepared myself with assiduity and perseverance. The Jew 2011-10-06T02:00:34.840Z He swept with very sarcastic assiduity in front of two town-misses in fur coats, who minced very importantly along. Sea and Sardinia 2011-08-28T02:00:30.857Z But shortly after the funeral he was prostrated by a sharp attack of his gout, during which Pauline nursed him with forgiving assiduity. The Adventures of a Widow A Novel 2011-08-25T02:00:27.403Z She sat at the end of the long table, dispensing tea and coffee with an air of weary assiduity. Masterman and Son 2011-08-23T02:00:35.033Z Thereupon he had a short course prepared for him in the neighbourhood of Kabul, and began to practise with royal assiduity at his driving, pitching, and putting. The Happy Golfer Being Some Experiences, Reflections, and a Few Deductions of a Wandering Golfer 2011-08-21T02:00:29.747Z Sir Walter Scott, collected the printed trials with great assiduity, and took care always to have to hand the contemporary ballads and prints bound up with them. A History of the Cries of London Ancient and Modern 2011-08-19T02:00:15.893Z The second duty of functionaries of any degree, is exactitude and assiduity. Elements of Morals With Special Application of the Moral Law to the Duties of the Individual and of Society and the State 2011-08-10T02:00:16.913Z Her characteristics were remarkable industry, simplicity of heart, devotedness to him, and untiring domestic assiduity. Biography of Rev. Hosea Ballou 2011-08-04T02:00:22.900Z It is not so much the possession of the pounds or the talents which is the ground of reward, as the assiduity, energy and intelligence, by which they have been earned. Pastor Pastorum 2011-07-25T02:00:14.597Z The time and assiduity thus devoted to the service of navigation and trade would have added �100,000 to his fortune. Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 2 (of 2) 2011-07-22T02:00:17.663Z Grievous as such blemishes are, it is seen at a glance that they must be set down to nothing worse than tasteless assiduity. The Revision Revised 2011-07-15T02:00:18.897Z This continued for about a fortnight, at the end of which time, Caroline suddenly resumed her music with assiduity, and there were no more ebullitions of ill-temper. Home Influence A Tale for Mothers and Daughters 2011-07-10T02:00:16.790Z Your best chance would be to double your assiduities to Miss Alscrip. The Heiress; a comedy, in five acts 2011-07-02T02:00:12.813Z From that time the deceased withdrew from active participation in political life, and devoted himself to the duties of his high station, which he discharged with assiduity and success. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 3, October, 1851 2011-07-02T02:00:11.323Z A youth is given a situation where advancement goes with assiduity. Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 2 (of 2) 2011-07-22T02:00:17.663Z His assiduity and thoroughness are a pattern to all who come after him. A Plain Introduction to the Criticism of the New Testament, Vol. II. 2011-06-30T02:00:31.117Z One inquiring gaze, which even the assiduity of Lord Minden could not intercept, made known to her the presence, and convinced her of the fact. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 372, October 1846 2011-06-29T02:00:23.750Z Warton has traced his course with some assiduity; but we may compare with what he says the evidence of a person who had good means of knowing Sir Thomas Pope’s circumstances. Pope: His Descent and Family Connections Facts and Conjectures 2011-06-29T02:00:22.613Z "Bring me a bottle of wine," said I. These were indeed the first words which the officious assiduity of these people had left me an opportunity to interpose. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z This can be done in any station in life by skill, assiduity and trustworthiness. Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 2 (of 2) 2011-07-22T02:00:17.663Z "One must mark you men rather sharply, if one would have you take heed," cried she, with a wild mirth, which soon passed into a quick assiduity. Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-22T02:00:23.137Z We cultivate looseness of memory with great assiduity. Psychotherapy 2011-06-19T02:00:20.053Z I will venture to assert that assiduity unabated by difficulty, and a disposition eagerly directed to the object of its pursuit, will produce effects similar to those which some call the result of natural powers. Art Principles With Special Reference to Painting Together with Notes on the Illusions Produced by the Painter 2011-06-16T02:00:17.197Z Ungenial influences, unwelcome assiduity of attention, were sapping her vitality, and the analogy between her lot and that of her fading favorite was wearing upon her imagination. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z To my surprise, Lottie, all of a sudden, not only seemed to lose her animosity to the widow, but hung about her with assiduity almost equal to that bestowed on her mistress. Wives and Widows; or The Broken Life 2011-06-12T02:00:07.963Z For several years electricity was entirely neglected, until Mr. Grey applied himself to it, in 1728, with great assiduity. Memoirs of Benjamin Franklin; Written by Himself. [Vol. 1 of 2] With His Most Interesting Essays, Letters, and Miscellaneous Writings; Familiar, Moral, Political, Economical, and Philosophical 2011-06-08T02:00:20.907Z No study, no assiduity could advance him a step farther. In Both Worlds 2011-06-08T02:00:17.360Z Here there was no obstacle to skill, and here the assiduities of many years in addition to a prompt and ardent genius, set her beyond the hopes of rivalship. Ormond, Volume II (of 3) or, The Secret Witness 2011-06-02T02:00:19.953Z He studied the affairs of Buffalo Point with a care for detail and an assiduity which quickly became the surprise and delight of Silas Mallinsbee. The Son of his Father 2011-06-01T02:00:21.287Z Gamba and I are still capital friends, and he is making great progress, which is the well-earned fruit of his talent and assiduity. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume I 2011-05-22T02:00:16.657Z Then, again, who has not sympathised with 'Waste not, Want not,' and with thoughtful Ben and his careful assiduity? The Parent's Assistant Stories for Children 2011-05-18T02:00:12.733Z He cut Klaus Heinrich's hair exactly square above the ears, and arranged it with all the assiduity required, in his opinion, by this preparation for the Prince's ceremonial appearance. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z Genius has but one wing, and, unless sustained on the other side by the well-regulated wing of assiduity, will quickly fall to the ground. Lives of Poor Boys Who Became Famous 2011-04-26T02:00:23.677Z The best remedy is, to renew your care and assiduity to deserve and cultivate affection, without seeming to have perceived its abatement. Letters on the Improvement of the Mind, Addressed to a Lady 2011-04-19T02:00:19.607Z Here he describes himself "climbing mountains, fording rivers, crossing bays, tramping along roads" with such assiduity, that pen and ink were out of the question. Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. I 2011-04-15T02:00:13.527Z These verses and many others she polished and re-wrote with untiring assiduity, and in 1874 she published a substantial volume of them. Aspects and Impressions 2011-04-12T02:00:22.073Z And such, no doubt, if meant as attentions to herself, would have been many humble assiduities, which, for Caroline's sake, he willingly paid her ladyship. Dilemmas of Pride, (Vol 1 of 3) 2011-04-06T02:00:04.340Z In whatever way I can best minister to your happiness, either by assiduity or by absence, it shall be done. Lives of Poor Boys Who Became Famous 2011-04-26T02:00:23.677Z Papyrius accordingly collected, with great assiduity, all the laws of the monarchs who had governed Rome previously to the time of Tarquin. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z His object now was professional occupation, and he devoted himself to it for six or eight years exclusively, with unremitting assiduity, refusing to accept office, or to mingle in political discussion. The American Quarterly Review No. XVIII, June 1831 (Vol 9) 2011-04-02T02:00:12.460Z His assiduities were like those of the dying Narcissa— And Betty, give those cheeks a little red, One wouldn't, sure, look horrid when one's dead! Aspects and Impressions 2011-04-12T02:00:22.073Z In this he laid me gently down, and, taking off his enormous hat, commenced fanning me with great assiduity. The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] 2011-03-27T02:00:17.093Z Here he studied with such assiduity that his health gave way, and he was compelled to relinquish his studies for some months. The Canadian Portrait Gallery - Volumes 1 to 4 2011-03-23T02:00:23.527Z What business has he, who can never claim any rights over her, to expose her, by his assiduities, to the coarse gossip of a gaping village? Doctor Cupid 2011-03-13T03:00:23.987Z To become an artist, he studied at Rome, with singular assiduity, although contending with the most distressing poverty, till the age of thirty. The American Quarterly Review No. XVIII, June 1831 (Vol 9) 2011-04-02T02:00:12.460Z During the next ten years of his life the zeal and unabated assiduity of his studies were not at all diminished. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 8 "Ethiopia" to "Evangelical Association" 2011-03-05T03:00:24.537Z Some were, in their very essence and constitution, grander and more sublime intelligences than the rest; others, in the course of their long existence, had become noted for their zeal and assiduity. The Three Devils: Luther's, Milton's, and Goethe's With Other Essays 2011-03-03T03:00:54.067Z He was unanimously elected President, and thenceforward for nine years devoted himself with assiduity and success to the duties of that position. The Canadian Portrait Gallery - Volumes 1 to 4 2011-03-23T02:00:23.527Z No doubt as soon as he discovers that it is honest labour and not play that is expected of him he will trouble her with no more of his assiduities. Doctor Cupid 2011-03-13T03:00:23.987Z We frequented with great assiduity all places of public amusement where there was no fee for admission. My Unknown Chum 2011-03-01T03:00:38.307Z At length, towards eleven o'clock, he got up, and the refreshment of a night's rest, a comfortable breakfast, and the active though quiet assiduity of his wife, seemed to have restored him to good humour. Christmas Stories 2011-02-27T03:00:31.413Z At that time he had given the reins to his temperament with assiduity in order to dazzle the public. Asbe?n From the Life of a Virtuoso 2011-02-27T03:00:30.780Z Accountable for every event, whether probable or improbable, assiduity in the management of affairs does not always avail. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z And he continued to watch over her with most filial assiduity, proving himself an affectionate and dutiful son. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z "Gentlemen of the Clergy in New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia,— "Your most zealous exertions, your unremitting assiduities, are pathetically invoked. White Slavery in the Barbary States 2011-02-10T03:00:50.200Z To these gifts he added a truly marvellous industry and assiduity in research; and above all, a most wonderfully retentive memory for everything he either saw in nature or read in books. The Century of Columbus 2011-01-29T03:00:17.380Z At his first appearance in public--he had performed his piece with the anxious assiduity of a little monkey that fears a blow, he asserted--to his great astonishment, he was applauded. Asbe?n From the Life of a Virtuoso 2011-02-27T03:00:30.780Z Such were Mr. Wales's abilities and assiduity, that the same correctness was maintained by him, in determining the situation of all the other places which were visited by our navigators. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z It has been compiled with discrimination and care, free use being made of the voluminous correspondence of Mr. Bickersteth, which he sustained with characteristic assiduity. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z With such assiduity was he plied, that he presently advanced stage by stage, until my companion considered him to be sufficiently primed for this business. The Wayfarers 2010-12-30T03:00:22.387Z He took up with great assiduity the problem of flying and was quite sure that he would be able to make a machine by which men would accomplish locomotion through the air. The Century of Columbus 2011-01-29T03:00:17.380Z Vathek, no longer able to brook such insolence, immediately kicked him from the steps; instantly descending, repeated his blow; and persisted, with such assiduity, as incited all who were present to follow his example. Shorter Novels, Eighteenth Century The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia; The Castle of Otranto, a Gothic Story; Vathek, an Arabian Tale 2010-12-29T03:00:31.850Z In every affair that was undertaken by him, his assiduity was without interruption, and without abatement. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z Cyrus W. Field, by assiduity and patience, first secured consent and conditional engagement on the part of Great Britain, and then, less than two years ago, he repaired to Washington. The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z In some portions of Oregon it is very abundant, and would be sought for by the sportsman with great assiduity were the regions that it inhabits more accessible. Birds Illustrated by Color Photography [January, 1898] A Monthly Serial designed to Promote Knowledge of Bird-Life Besides, he took up the study of numismatics with great assiduity, and helped to bring about a general recognition of its value as a distinct department of historical research. The Century of Columbus 2011-01-29T03:00:17.380Z At the same time he engaged with so much assiduity in the study of literature, that hardly any one, though entirely free from public occupations, wrote so many works. Lives of Eminent Zoologists, from Aristotle to Linnæus with Introductory remarks on the Study of Natural History She had repeatedly told him that his suit was in vain; but every repulse seemed only to increase his assiduity, and add to the pathos of his protestations and serenades. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 14 He urged his suit with the greatest assiduity; and, notwithstanding Emily's evident coldness, he laid his heart and fortune at her feet. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 A tall, noble-looking man lay extended upon the sofa, while Mary leant over him in kindly solicitude, and, with marked assiduity, placed cushions for his head, and arranged his military cloak. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 4 It would have afforded me great pleasure if Lionel had been gifted with your assiduity, and been possessed of similar tastes; but I have never tried to force him. A Little World My little son gives me great pleasure both by his assiduity to his books and his discreet behavior. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams With great exertion and assiduity she had procured for it support; but the grass did not give its wonted nourishment, being stinted and sour, and in vain was now all her care. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 14 Care and assiduity restored the soldier to warmth and animation; and hope and joy succeeded to fear and grief. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 "Anything else, sir?" she asked with an excess of assiduity as she took back the list. A Poached Peerage The Arabs began to make scientific astronomical observations about the middle of the eighth century, and for 400 years they prosecuted the science with assiduity. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 2 Amiel to Atrauli It is little attentions and assiduities that sweeten the bitter draught and smooth the rugged road. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams In 1484 he was elected a Fellow of the College, and seems to have distinguished himself in Greek, to which he applied himself with special assiduity under Cornelio Vitelli. Catholic Churchmen in Science Lavoisier was, unquestionably, an important minister of science; he possessed singular assiduity, unwearied zeal, and remarkable sagacity. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 368, June 1846 For all our ardor and assiduity nature preserves her mystery; she is an unresponsive mother insensible to the clamor of her children. Woman Yet, that she might not weary and utterly repulse the notary's passion, the creole seemed sometimes touched by his assiduities, and flattered by the control which she exercised over him. The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 5 of 6 In short, stern and haughty republican as I am, I cannot help loving these people for their earnest desire and assiduity to please. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams Indeed, it is usually accepted as a truth that to follow science with assiduity is practically sure to lead to unorthodoxy in religion. Catholic Churchmen in Science Hence the desire of constant observation, and that assiduity in following all the phases of the biting-in. A Treatise on Etching One of the most striking characteristics of Archbishop Fitz-Ralph's pastoral life was his assiduity in preaching the word of God to his people. The Irish Ecclesiastical Record, Volume 1, August 1865 How fortunate it is for us that our poor, four-footed brethren cannot probe our motives as we fatten our flocks and herds, and tend them with tireless assiduity! A Flight in Spring In the car Lucania from New York to the Pacific coast and back, during April and May, 1898 Conrad retained his native modesty, and smiled as he witnessed the assiduity of the German nobles. Barbarossa; An Historical Novel of the XII Century. She at once warmly and fervently attached herself to Mildred, and won her way into our lady's esteem by the most amiable assiduities. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency I cannot close this account of our sea voyage without expressing the deep obligation I feel to Lieutenant Back for his cordial co-operation, and for his zealous and unwearied assiduity during its progress. Narrative of a Second Expedition to the Shores of the Polar Sea The Queen tendered her thanks for the assiduity and care which had marked the business of the session, and expressed her satisfaction with the various measures which had been consummated. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. However this may have been, there can be no doubt about his assiduity in practice; indeed, the earlier Vailima letters are full of references which show his devotion to the now somewhat despised instrument. Stevensoniana Being a Reprint of Various Literary and Pictorial Miscellany Associated with Robert Louis Stevenson, the Man and His Work “They deserve infinite praise for the way they have created written languages where none existed, and for their assiduity in educating and civilizing thousands of savages.” A Vindication of England's Policy with Regard to the Opium Trade Mildred pursued her ride, and Henry, seeing how much she was dejected, applied himself, with the kindest assiduity, to bring back comfort and cheerfulness to her mind. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency Of his assiduity an example is afforded by his calculations of the orbits of two comets which are still extant. Astronomical Discovery Mr. Stuart has been a member of Congress, where he was universally recognized as a man of ability, assiduity, and character.—Mr. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. A landlord by his assiduity, economy, and skill, increases his annual revenue by 5000 francs. On The Principles of Political Economy, and Taxation She ministered to him with a graceful assiduity, offering her timid services with smiles that begged a welcome for them. The Great Miss Driver Six years of continual assiduity, friendship, benefits, were not worth one straw against the poison she had imbibed. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi Volume the Second Probably no man ever cultivated these tastes with such assiduity—these, I say, for play and duelling were also passions with him. Diary And Notes Of Horace Templeton, Esq. Volume I (of II) G. show that he is prosecuting his labors with unwearied zeal and assiduity—having, up to the 1st of June, catalogued nearly five thousand stars. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. The constant assiduity with which she plied her task, greatly increased the projection of her shoulder, and brought on an occasional spitting of blood, which resulted from a low, hacking cough. Flora Lyndsay or, Passages in an Eventful Life Vol. II. He speaks of the Scotch "cunning," "treachery," and "fawning sycophancy," of "the characteristic prudence, the selfish nationality, the indefatigable smile, the persevering assiduity, the everlasting profession of a discreet and moderate resentment." Junius Unmasked or, Thomas Paine the author of the Letters of Junius and the Declaration of Independence He wrote with assiduity, but was not read, and three years before the Revolution he lost his annuity, which the Assembly struck off. A Short History of French Literature With this instructor he continued about a year, studying with the utmost assiduity. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" Such an appointment was sought by Lawrence Washington for his brother George, who set about preparing himself, with his usual method and assiduity, for his new duties. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools But it was by no means his intention ever to practise the profession, which he was acquiring with much assiduity. A Modern Wizard He speaks of the Scotch "cunning," "treachery," and "fawning sycophancy," of "the characteristic prudence, the selfish nationality, the indefatigable smile, the persevering assiduity, the everlasting profession of a discreet and moderate resentment." Junius Unmasked or, Thomas Paine the author of the Letters of Junius and the Declaration of Independence What though his uncouth gestures provoked a smile, and his assiduities to the young lady were commented on at every hand. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 In the meantime the vast expenditure exhausted his resources, and compelled him to labour with unceasing assiduity notwithstanding age and disease. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" General Gates, in the meantime, strengthened his works with incessant assiduity, and made every preparation for an obstinate defence. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Indeed, he seemed to have an unlimited capacity for study, so that his assiduity, coupled with a marvellous memory, rendered his progress very rapid. A Modern Wizard Everything had been thought of, everything arranged; agent and officials waited upon them with an assiduity which the older traveller, at least, had no difficulty in tracing to its source. An Unknown Lover Having got the fiddle into his possession, the laird commenced tuning it with great assiduity, and with a bow stroke that showed he was well practised in the use of the instrument. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 Covering, by these words, the rapid departure of the messenger, she turned her eyes to continue the study of the merchant, whom she watched with feline assiduity. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative An acquaintance, a young Sevillano, who had been my daily companion during the first five or six days which followed my arrival, was in the habit of frequenting with assiduity, some of the above-mentioned streets. The Picturesque Antiquities of Spain Described in a series of letters, with illustrations representing Moorish palaces, cathedrals, and other monuments of art, contained in the cities of Burgos, Valladolid, Toledo, and Seville. The reason probably lies in the assiduity with which each lawyer collects the works needed in his line of practice. The Galaxy, May, 1877 Vol. XXIII.—May, 1877.—No. 5. With unwearied assiduity he devoted himself to the examination of many of the principal collections, both in England and on the Continent. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 The skill, patience, assiduity, and sagacity of Lord Granville in the work of to-day demand from Mr. Gladstone the tribute of his warm admiration. The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol 2 of 3) The necessary quantity of wood was cut on the coast of Vera Cruz, and the building of the vessels was commenced with all assiduity. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Then, as she was young and highborn, as well as distinguished for her beauty and her self-control, an illustrious consular named Cerealis paid court to her with great assiduity. Women of Early Christianity What he wants in dash and ranging propensities, he makes up for in unwearied assiduity, extreme carefulness, and extraordinary scenting powers. The Dog He was so impressed with the promise of his son that he not only gave him lessons in music, but also devoted himself to his artistic progress with the utmost assiduity. The Standard Cantatas Their Stories, Their Music, and Their Composers Cortes dissembled, redoubled the assiduity of his attendance on the emperor, accompanied him in the disastrous expedition to Algiers in 1541, served as a volunteer, and had a horse killed under him. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" So notable was her assiduity that the people of the town designated her as the "Sister of the Blessed Sacrament." Venerable Philippine Duchesne During the minority of her son Irene discharged with vigor and assiduity all the duties of public administration and enjoyed to the full the irresponsible power of her office of regent. Women of Early Christianity Generally speaking, it is less by his passion, than by his assiduity and complaisance, and by flattering woman's fancy. Priests, Women, and Families To quote the Penny Magazine: Young and old, men and women, boys, girls, and almost infants in arms play chess with a keenness and assiduity that is something more than remarkable. The Scrap Book, Volume 1, No. 5 July 1906 To succeed in this, it was necessary to know the leading characters of the town and the circumstances of their private history; and these I set myself to learn with the assiduity of a study. Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas I sought with all the assiduity of a weak woman's love, but there was a door to which I never found the key, a veil behind which I could not peer. The Song of the Wolf The same degree of assiduity practiced in legitimate business or useful occupation of almost any sort would insure ample and respectable support. The Pearl of India By his assiduity and fawning words, he gains over the family of the man of business, at the very moment he hurls down upon him from the pulpit the thunders of his eloquence. Priests, Women, and Families His humor grew more somber and taciturn than ever, and he devoted himself to his labors in behalf of his subjects with an assiduity which bespoke an imperative need of dispelling painful thoughts. The Scrap Book, Volume 1, No. 5 July 1906 I attended him with an assiduity which was richly rewarded by the lessons of wisdom, and the example of piety, which I daily received from him. Coelebs In Search of a Wife Cherished by me, as my own immortal Sophia, will be the friendship, the assiduity with which you strove to render her last days serene. Henry of Ofterdingen: A Romance. Out of emulation with him Baccio set to work on his group with the greatest assiduity, with assistants, until he had finished it. Lives of the most Eminent Painters Sculptors and Architects Vol 07 (of 10) Tribolo to Il Sodoma Having administered this inflammatory admonition, Daddy betook himself to the wood pile, where he pecked away with uncommon assiduity until he was called to dinner. Little Wolf A Tale of the Western Frontier I should weep, my boy, over their possible extinction forever, were it not that the assiduity of the London Prisoners' Aid Society, in sending ticket-of-leave men to New York, promises to keep the species going. The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers. Series 3 With rapid footsteps his wife followed him, leaving to the children as her legacy, the craving for intoxicants which had been engendered in their infancy and ministered to with such assiduity in following years. For John's Sake and Other Stories. Lovely child," said she, "thy faithfulness and assiduity have earned for thee a place among the stars. Henry of Ofterdingen: A Romance. One of them was a physician; although the poor fellow was a stranger to them, they tended him with all the assiduity of brothers. 12th. Journal of a Trip to California by the Overland Route Across the Plains in 1850-51 They stood together foremost in the fight, and attended each other with unremitting kindness and assiduity, when wounds and sickness had alternately stretched them on the couch of suffering. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 11 The natural consequence is, that the professors devote themselves to cramming those pupils whose assiduity and superior intelligence mark them out as fit partakers in such a contest. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Volume 20. July, 1877. The Superintendent of the Repository shall also give security in like manner as the Secretary, and conduct the business of the Repository with zeal and assiduity. Elizabeth Gilbert and Her Work for the Blind Dr. Clark attended his sick bed with the most exemplary assiduity and kindness. Life of John Keats Could it have been with the purpose of ridding herself of the assiduities of Mr. Duryea? Hand and Ring His activity, his assiduity, and his tireless powers of persuasion contributed largely to the satisfaction at that Council of the wishes of Pius IX., who presently rewarded him with the Cardinalate. Studies in Contemporary Biography Now it was said that Salvator Rosa had been a member of this band, robbing and murdering all day, but painting with equal assiduity all night. The Serapion Brethren. Vol. II The rest of us were grouped at the port anchor davit, staring with no less assiduity, but with far less hope on the obscure horizon. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 18 (of 25) He reads with assiduity, he says, but without avidity. The Crow's Nest The deacon always followed the steps of Uncle Jaw, smoothing, hushing up, and putting matters aright with an assiduity that was truly wonderful. The May Flower, and Miscellaneous Writings These he seldom noticed, maintaining a cool and self-confident demeanour which disheartened the plotters, and discharging the duties of his post with steady assiduity. Studies in Contemporary Biography They have been trained perhaps for the bar, but wanted assiduity to master the dry details of the law, and patience to sustain them throughout a long round of briefless circuits. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 Philadelphus, who, toward the close of his life, was haunted with an intolerable dread of death, devoted himself with intense assiduity to the discovery of the elixir of life and to alchemy. History of the Intellectual Development of Europe, Volume I (of 2) Revised Edition I felt myself guilty of ingratitude, nay more, of hypocrisy, in thinking evil of one whose society I so much valued, and who certainly devoted himself to me with no common assiduity. Ellen Middleton—A Tale Though there was nothing peculiar in these words, yet there was a certain earnestness of tone that called the color into the face of Augusta, and set her to sewing with uncommon assiduity. The May Flower, and Miscellaneous Writings Here he worked with zeal and assiduity for about three years, gaining an insight into the condition and needs of the poor which scholars and historians seldom obtain. Studies in Contemporary Biography Holding out the stimulus of good treatment and an adequate reward, it will induce the slaves to toil with a hundred fold more assiduity and faithfulness. Thoughts on African Colonization He presented himself at Ethel's next "at home;" and devoted himself to her with curious assiduity. Brooke's Daughter A Novel Of course, also, it was necessary that he should exert his hospitable powers most chiefly for the benefit of the lady; and this necessity he followed up with very great spirit and assiduity. The Lily and the Cross A Tale of Acadia Miss Johns still regards her with admiring eyes, and shows all her old assiduity in looking after her comforts and silken trappings. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 92, June, 1865 The wife, as she puts on her new bonnet before church, is apt to sigh over that assiduity which enabled her husband to pay the milliner’s bill. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 16 (of 25) For this only produced a cordial testimonial from the Oracle to the assiduity, care, and skill with which every want of the old lady was being supplied. When Ghost Meets Ghost During this time she applied herself to her task with the utmost assiduity, and at the end of the time gave surprising proof of the skill she had so rapidly attained. Maria Antoinette Makers of History This gift of his, and my assiduity to listen, brought us the more close together. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 11 (of 25) For imparting assistance to the members of those bodies, in order to enable them to prosecute their devotion and studies with greater ease and assiduity. Commentaries on the Laws of England Book the First There he amassed a variety of objects, indiscriminately chosen from the kitchen, the drawing-room, and the back garden; and there spent his days in smiling assiduity. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 5 (of 25) But, so far from abandoning their courage, they applied themselves with equal assiduity to their religious and to their military duties. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 He ordered the soothsayers, however, not to remit their assiduity and vigilance, and if any signs or omens should appear to indicate approaching danger, he charged them to give him immediate warning. Cyrus the Great Makers of History About this period Northmour had been courting his daughter with great assiduity, though with small encouragement; and to him, knowing him thus disposed in his favour, Bernard Huddlestone turned for help in his extremity. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 4 (of 25) Education must accustom him to use a regular assiduity. Pedagogics as a System The husband walked before, taking care not to look behind, doing the indifferent and unconscious with great assiduity, and evidently making it a matter of serious etiquette not to know that any one followed. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 90, April, 1865 To that which his conscience told him was its work, he applied himself with assiduity enough. The Landleaguers Then, when it was quite clear that Black-tip had really gone, having taken all the fight he could stand, Warrigal stepped forward mincingly and fell to licking Finn's wounds, with strongly approving tenderness and assiduity. Finn The Wolfhound For ten years after 1840 he undertook ministerial work, and then left the church, and till his death in 1849 devoted himself with assiduity to the business of education. History of Free Thought in Reference to The Christian Religion There was no mistaking the assiduity with which Major King waited upon Nola Chadron that night at the ball, any more than there was a chance for doubt of that lively little lady’s identity. The Rustler of Wind River It was deservedly successful; but, by a species of bad luck which pursued Hogg with extraordinary assiduity, the two first editions yielded nothing, as his publisher was not solvent. Essays in English Literature, 1780-1860 Your punctuality, your exactness, your assiduity, leave nothing to be desired. Mrs. Tree Upon his return to Philadelphia, he devoted himself, with great assiduity, to experimenting with electric tubes. Benjamin Franklin A Picture of the Struggles of Our Infant Nation One Hundred Years Ago American Pioneers and Patriots Series Their women did not marry until after they had arrived at the age of maturity, and had become sensible to the assiduities of courtship. An Account of The Kingdom of Nepal And of the Territories Annexed to this Dominion by the House of Gorkha Despite their assiduities I was seized with ennui. Adventures in the Philippine Islands The assiduity of his visits, the persistency with which he tried to make her talk, kept her the more carefully on her guard against betraying anything unwarily. The Side Of The Angels A Novel His care and assiduity so well defended the sheep of his master, that not one had ever been missing since they were placed under his protection. The History of Sandford and Merton Benjamin devoted himself with great assiduity to learn the trade of a printer. Benjamin Franklin A Picture of the Struggles of Our Infant Nation One Hundred Years Ago American Pioneers and Patriots Series However, I have learnt to admire the indefatigable assiduity of men who have slowly and partially secured their converts and their recruits, and thus have carried in the end what they thought right and reasonable. My Autobiography A Fragment The distinctive fact about Goethe is that he kept a high artistic ideal always before him, and cultivated his poetic gifts with tireless assiduity. Flowers of Freethought (Second Series) With the assiduity of genius he labored for the realization of his ideal. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 Harry and Tommy then applied themselves with so much assiduity to their work that they in a very short time had repaired all the damage, and advanced it as far as it had been before. The History of Sandford and Merton The two young men devoted themselves to their work, with assiduity which was a sure precursor of success. Benjamin Franklin A Picture of the Struggles of Our Infant Nation One Hundred Years Ago American Pioneers and Patriots Series All who have as yet devoted themselves with assiduity have been in this manner rewarded. Fungi: Their Nature and Uses The Salary is but small but from the Tenor of your Advertisement, I am inclined to believe that from my assiduity and care, I should soon be able to increase it. A History of Giggleswick School From its Foundation, 1499 to 1912 As I was animated by the common ambition of all properly educated girls in my position, to pay my own way, so I worked with my needle with the utmost assiduity. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 88, February, 1865 The human species," Mr Barlow used to say, "can only be supplied with food and necessaries by a constant assiduity in cultivating the earth and providing for their mutual wants. The History of Sandford and Merton She studied her new little Bible meanwhile with great assiduity, hoping to prepare herself for David's questions; however, she soon found she could not do that. Trading To exercise this control with efficiency, if the concern is large and complicated, requires great assiduity, and often no ordinary skill. Principles Of Political Economy Abridged with Critical, Bibliographical, and Explanatory Notes, and a Sketch of the History of Political Economy She pursued her studies with constant assiduity, and at the close of our third year at school, was the first scholar in the institution. Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 3 September 1848 They cheat, and lie, and cajole, with extraordinary assiduity; and the majority of the passengers on this occasion seem to have been detained unnecessarily on the road, and treated badly at the station houses. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 57, No. 352, February 1845 Harry had never heard a single word drop from her that expressed either interest or impatience; but he had for some days observed her employed in her room with more than common assiduity. The History of Sandford and Merton The young Hebridean remained at Nairn continuously for three years, and was greatly distinguished, not merely by his bright talents, but by his assiduity and perseverance in improving them. The Celtic Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3, January 1876 A Monthly Periodical Devoted to the Literature, History, Antiquities, Folk Lore, Traditions, and the Social and Material Interests of the Celt at Home and Abroad No detail of delicate attention which the most ingenious assiduity could devise was omitted from the course of treatment. A Great Man A Frolic There were women about him, three of them, and it sickened Bell to see the frightened assiduity with which they flattered him. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, May, 1930 His own words will not explain it, the possession of Johnson's intimacy, the twenty years' view of his subject, his faculty for recollecting, and his assiduity in recording communications. James Boswell Famous Scots Series With what delight did I view her innocent cheerfulness and assiduity! The History of Sandford and Merton The cleaning of the saddle now proceeded with assiduity, and Arizona sat himself down on a fallen log and spat tobacco-juice around him. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana He applies himself to the French language with much assiduity, and throws out hints, that he shall soon pay a visit to his wife, whom he has not seen for two years and a half. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. IX The first eleven years of the married life of D�rer were spent in Nuremberg, where he devoted himself with unremitting assiduity to the prosecution of his art. Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History As a reward, he never lost the literary conscience, the capacity for labour, the assiduity and veracity that have set his work upon a pedestal of its own. James Boswell Famous Scots Series For over thirty years King Carol transacted the international business of the realm—economic as well as political—with assiduity, conscientiousness and a fair meed of success. England and Germany The mills which were running, displayed great assiduity in procuring and utilizing substitutes for cotton. Bremen Cotton Exchange 1872/1922 Two of the natives have been studying English with great assiduity, and with considerable success. Account of a Voyage of Discovery to the West Coast of Corea, and the Great Loo-Choo Island Young Garrick received part of his education at the grammar school there, but he did not apply himself to his books with much assiduity. Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History As if my good genius warned me of my fate, I disliked him so much at first, that I felt unhappy in his presence; but his assiduities gradually won upon me. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume VI He knew common and criminal law, perhaps, as well as any citizen of his State, but he had never practised with that assiduity which makes for pre-eminent success at the bar. Jennie Gerhardt A Novel Not a little displeasing, also, is an assiduity in trifling which withdraws the mind from solid subject-matter out of which true beauty springs. An Essay on True and Apparent Beauty in which from Settled Principles is Rendered the Grounds for Choosing and Rejecting Epigrams What does assiduity signify as indicated by its etymology? diligence? English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions Mr. Smith endeavored to attach himself to me, with such officious assiduity and impertinent freedom that he quite sickened me. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 7 Tender assiduity about an invalid is half a cure; it is a balsam to the mind, which has a most powerful effect on the body, soothes the sharpest pains, and strengthens beyond the richest cordial. The Cook's Oracle; and Housekeeper's Manual Cold and hunger were its principal disorders, which were soon relieved by the assiduity of my humane companions. Forgotten Tales of Long Ago For much of the time she pursued the secret of Violet Pryde with such assiduity that the room became quiescent, and communion with Rash could be re-established. The Dust Flower Labor and pains refer to the exertions of the worker and the tax upon him, while assiduity, perseverance, etc., refer to his continuance in the work. English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions Day in day out he worked now with desperate assiduity. The Combined Maze Her thirst for knowledge was insatiate, and with untiring assiduity she pursued her studies. Madame Roland, Makers of History To this task he applied himself with much earnestness and assiduity, and after close application and laborious study he accomplished the arduous undertaking of bringing those tables to a high state of perfection. The Astronomy of Milton's 'Paradise Lost' Time after time the cord refused to follow the directions of the girl's fingers—very white fingers they were too, and a very pretty girl—and, with untiring assiduity, the teacher renewed his lesson. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Vol 58, No. 357, July 1845 Ambitious and talented, he had devoted himself with unwearied assiduity to his studies, but the activity of his mind was too much for a naturally feeble constitution. The Land of Thor Here he laboured with the utmost assiduity among that people, who were both rude and profane before that, and they became the most experienced Christians in that country. Biographia Scoticana (Scots Worthies) A Brief Historical Account of the Lives, Characters, and Memorable Transactions of the Most Eminent Scots Worthies In 1825 Herschel undertook, and executed with great assiduity during the ensuing eight years, a general survey of the northern heavens, directed chiefly towards the verification of his father's nebular discoveries. A Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century Fourth Edition But it was by the skill and assiduity with which he carried out his numerous and important observations that he has earned for himself a position of the most honourable distinction among astronomers. The Astronomy of Milton's 'Paradise Lost' That labor is best, in which the laborer knows that he will derive the profits of his industry, that his employment depends upon his diligence, and his reward upon this assiduity. An Appeal in Favor of that Class of Americans Called Africans The other must make compensation by increased assiduity and devotion to its honor and welfare. Cotton is King, and Pro-Slavery Arguments Comprising the Writings of Hammond, Harper, Christy, Stringfellow, Hodge, Bledsoe, and Cartrwright on This Important Subject Thus his assiduity brought him to his end, near four miles from the troop, and one from his companion.—Walker. Biographia Scoticana (Scots Worthies) A Brief Historical Account of the Lives, Characters, and Memorable Transactions of the Most Eminent Scots Worthies And not unfrequently, prizes of discovery which the most perfect appliances failed to grasp, have fallen to the share of ignorant or ill-provided assiduity. A Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century Fourth Edition She has applied herself with praiseworthy perseverance and assiduity to the cultivation of her extraordinary powers, and has attained great proficiency in the art which is evidently the bent of her genius. Music and Some Highly Musical People A party of chimney swifts were shooting hither and thither over the trees, a single wood thrush was chanting not far away, and in another direction a tanager was rehearsing his chip-cherr with characteristic assiduity. Birds in the Bush So far as imparting moral precepts is concerned, the good intentions and the assiduity of the heathen must be commended. Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II Luther on Sin and the Flood He was early educated with a design for future high preferment, and had the abbey of Ferm given him, for the purpose of prosecuting his studies; which he did with great assiduity. Biographia Scoticana (Scots Worthies) A Brief Historical Account of the Lives, Characters, and Memorable Transactions of the Most Eminent Scots Worthies Nothing can afford a stronger proof of his zeal, assiduity, and unwearied labor, than the correspondence which he has left respecting the transactions of his office. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. XI He was seized with repeated fainting-37fits, brought on by his extreme assiduity in writing, in one of which he expired. Music and Some Highly Musical People With increasing assiduity he should dispel her fears, and by degrees get her to go with him to some lonely place, and there he should embrace and kiss her. The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana Translated From the Sanscrit in Seven Parts With Preface, Introduction and Concluding Remarks He did this with long days of sailing and swimming, cultivating his body with the assiduity of a convalescent.... Child and Country A Book of the Younger Generation He was not likely to meet with a repulse from so gentle a creature, but the acquiescence with which she received his assiduities seemed more the result of habitual passiveness than of reciprocal attachment. The Flower Basket A Fairy Tale I asked Mr. Craw to hear me demonstrate a few problems in the first book of "Euclid," and then I continued the study alone with courage and assiduity, knowing I was on the right road. Personal Recollections, from Early Life to Old Age, of Mary Somerville Such zeal, success, and assiduity I did not believe could be expected. Buchanan's Journal of Man, September 1887 Volume 1, Number 8 For a while he remained wrapped in meditation, abstractedly watching the terrier stray to and fro, nosing the adjacent turf with the assiduity of a fond connoisseur. Anthony Lyveden Meanwhile the man's assiduity and thinly veiled admiration formed a welcome relief in a desert of dulness. Captain Desmond, V.C. Last session the committees, though they performed their duties with much zeal and assiduity, were hardly able to overtake the amount of business before them. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 62, Number 361, November, 1845. I had now the means, and pursued my studies with increased assiduity; concealment was no longer possible, nor was it attempted. Personal Recollections, from Early Life to Old Age, of Mary Somerville He personally administered affairs of State, displaying assiduity and ability but not justice. A History of the Japanese People From the Earliest Times to the End of the Meiji Era Besides, from their conversation I gathered that they only met on rare occasions, and certainly Mary kept up the fiction of mourning with the greatest assiduity. The Seven Secrets His air of superiority had been finally dropped on the evening of Mr. Fladgate's dinner, and he seemed flattered by the assiduity with which Caffyn courted his society. The Giant's Robe The interior is a beautiful plain, rich in pastures, well wooded, and cultivated with the greatest assiduity. Journal of a Visit to Constantinople and Some of the Greek Islands in the Spring and Summer of 1833 On the death of the amir Avicenna ceased to be vizier, and hid himself in the house of an apothecary, where, with intense assiduity, he continued the composition of his works. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 1 "Austria, Lower" to "Bacon" The different branches of science are Gordian knots, the threads of which we can only hope to unwind and evolve by cautious assiduity, and slow, patient industry. Archaeological Essays, Vol. 1 In getting the university into operation, he seemed to have regained the activity and assiduity of his youth. Southern Literature From 1579-1895 A comprehensive review, with copious extracts and criticisms for the use of schools and the general reader He had proposed to her a dozen times, and she was obliged to use many devices to protect herself from his assiduity. The Explorer He received a good education, received the manly gown at sixteen, and entered the forum to hear the debates, but pursued his studies with great assiduity. Ancient States and Empires He devoted himself with increasing assiduity to the society of Henrietta, frequently held his court in her apartments, and instituted a series of magnificent fêtes in her honor. Louis XIV. Makers of History Series The complaints of the governor's conduct appear to have been kept up with the same restless assiduity. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 62, No. 382, October 1847 His last moments were solaced by the tender assiduities of his congenial helpmate, of his children, and of his old and long-familiar friends. Southern Literature From 1579-1895 A comprehensive review, with copious extracts and criticisms for the use of schools and the general reader About six o'clock on that summer evening, having done his day's work with habitual assiduity, Charles Dickens sat down to dinner with some members of his family. Stories of Authors, British and American Antonius, with his new wife, had seemingly forgotten Cleopatra, and devoted himself to the duties of the camp with an assiduity worthy of Cæsar himself. Ancient States and Empires He therefore increased his stock, extended his business, and, by care and assiduity in trade, soon doubled his capital. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror But all the while it is evident, from Madame Périer’s account, that her brother was injuring his health greatly in his undue assiduity in his scientific pursuits. Pascal He is naturally possessed of strong instinctive sensibility, speedily obtains a knowledge of all the duties required of him, and discharges them with the most punctual assiduity. Anecdotes of Dogs What he dreamed of doing was simply to assist these social conditions by providing for those who were handicapped by circumstances the means of power and opportunity, to be utilized by their own assiduity. Peter Cooper The Riverside Biographical Series, Number 4 Besides, if M. Schirach did succeed in obtaining artificial swarms, notwithstanding the great inconvenience of his hives, it was owing to his singular address and unremitting assiduity. New observations on the natural history of bees His prudence and assiduity increased as his good fortune enlarged, and, instead of riches making him idle, he attended more closely to cultivation. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror He married soon after his return; and living entirely at home, prosecuted his art with unwearied assiduity, the avarice of his wife urging still further his constant labours. Rambles of an Archaeologist Among Old Books and in Old Places Being Papers on Art, in Relation to Archaeology, Painting, Art-Decoration, and Art-Manufacture These he fulfilled with assiduity, zeal, and knowledge, till the very moment when he was to treasure up the different crops. Eastern Tales by Many Story Tellers To this he gave, at present, particular attention, because his situation at this juncture rendered it necessary to court their favor and support with more than usual assiduity. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 I have been indemnified for the trouble, indeed, by the pleasure of seeing my experiments reciprocally confirmed; but, considering the assiduity required in these researches, they were truly very laborious. New observations on the natural history of bees William, by a hundred assiduities, endeavoured to recover Amelia's cheerfulness, again to spread a smile on her clouded countenance, and make her renew her usual pleasing prattle. The Looking-Glass for the Mind or Intellectual Mirror This creates a suspicion that in part at least the Philoxenian margin must exhibit traces of the assiduity of subsequent critics of the Syriac text. The Last Twelve Verses of the Gospel According to S. Mark To this interesting object all her assiduities and time are religiously devoted. Sketches of the Fair Sex, in All Parts of the World In humanity, self-denying assiduity, and Christian zeal they had immeasurably surpassed any who might have pretended rivalry with them. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 It would therefore be proper to watch them with the utmost assiduity, from the instant of production until the period of exclusion. New observations on the natural history of bees With equal assiduity, Skinner, who as soon as he had left the elevator had observed Jackson, avoided seeing him, although he clearly perceived him. Skinner's Dress Suit And so, other Scholia; until at last what was only due to the mistaken assiduity of Origen, became generally received as the reading of the “more accurate copies.” The Last Twelve Verses of the Gospel According to S. Mark Harriot saw an assiduity in his behaviour very different from what he had ever shewn to her. A Description of Millenium Hall And the Country Adjacent Together with the Characters of the Inhabitants and Such Historical Anecdotes and Reflections As May Excite in the Reader Proper Sentiments of Humanity, and Lead the Mind to the Love of Virtue His scheme for the concealment of excess profits was elaborate and ingenious, and practised with assiduity. Marge Askinforit There they pursue their labours with the same assiduity and regularity; and, every cell being exposed, none of their motions can be concealed. New observations on the natural history of bees He lived many days in this frightful solitude, the lion catering for him with great assiduity. Heads and Tales : or, Anecdotes and Stories of Quadrupeds and Other Beasts, Chiefly Connected with Incidents in the Histories of More or Less Distinguished Men. Carefully watch against whatever might impair them, cherish them with constant assiduity, keep them in continual exercise, and direct them to their noblest ends. A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians, in the Middle and Higher Classes in this Country, Contrasted with Real Christianity. The mocking-birds and some other species will, with great assiduity, endeavor to copy any sound which they happen to hear. Domesticated Animals Their Relation to Man and to his Advancement in Civilization The Company, however, worked to the very end with great devotion and assiduity. Addresses on the Revised Version of Holy Scripture Then we conceived that the bees would convey them into the small cells of the lower stage, and we sought them there with the utmost assiduity; but I can safely affirm there was not one. New observations on the natural history of bees A neat, quiet, old-fashioned little servant-girl, of twelve or fourteen, took charge of us, and attended to all our wants with the greatest assiduity. Northern Travel Summer and Winter Pictures of Sweden, Denmark and Lapland In this direction he devoted himself to practice with such assiduity that he very soon reached a point where his fingers could not keep up with his imagination. The Masters and their Music A series of illustrative programs with biographical, esthetical, and critical annotations The boy had shown an aptitude at his lessons that had created in his guardian's mind some ambition for him, and she held him down to his books with rigid assiduity. The Uncalled A Novel Then his muchuchos have to move about, and wait upon him with assiduity. The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea Therefore our observations were continued with equal assiduity, in hopes that, by some fortunate chance, or in a moment of address, we could secure one of them. New observations on the natural history of bees Giving up all thought of popularity and polish, I devoted myself to my school work with assiduity that threatened injury to my health before the half-term was over. When Grandmamma Was New The Story of a Virginia Childhood He shamed me by his affectionate assiduity, but silenced me ever by referring to the Future, when he looked, he confessed, for a repayment for all his care and love. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 55, No. 343, May 1844 His assiduity was rewarded in 1598 by Bishop Cotton's accommodating acceptance of a surrender of the lease, and grant of the fee to the Crown, subject to the old rent of £260. Sir Walter Ralegh A Biography After entering into the conspiracy, he has shown an assiduity to carry it out worthy of a better cause. The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea Defoe attacked the public in both ways with unwearied assiduity. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 11 Nor, indeed, was it otherwise to be expected of your Christianity than that you would in all ways show assiduity and goodness in the cause of peace. A Source Book for Ancient Church History To sweep gaily on before a fresh, fair breeze, is comparatively easy, but few landsmen can realize the patient assiduity and nautical skill required to extract propelling power from winds determined to be dead ahead. Glances at Europe In a Series of Letters from Great Britain, France, Italy, Switzerland, &c. During the Summer of 1851. Until the right thing was apparent, therefore, she would devote herself with more assiduity to the physical, mental, and spiritual progress of her nephew. Tutors' Lane The old negro cook—acting also as steward, comes up to the occasion; for he has a tender heart under his rough sable skin, and waits upon them with delicate assiduity. The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea It would not engage you to any attention nor any assiduity; we would renew our vows against friendship. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 11 At home with his wife he illustrated the tender assiduity of the young husband; abroad he was the personification of a youth just freed from parental discipline. Danger! A True History of a Great City's Wiles and Temptations The Veil Lifted, and Light Thrown on Crime and its Causes, and Criminals and their Haunts. Facts and Disclosures. Aside from the constant and kind assiduities of Dr. Crary, the ship's physician, the patience and watchfulness with which the sick were nursed and tended, their wants sought out, their wishes anticipated, were remarkable. Glances at Europe In a Series of Letters from Great Britain, France, Italy, Switzerland, &c. During the Summer of 1851. That perhaps accounts for your sister applying to it with so much assiduity. Hortense Makers of History Series Things moved straight on,—they were moved by the assiduity, the enthusiasm, the inspiration, of Armstrong, and the answering temper which he woke in pupils, teachers, contributors, observers. The Negro and the Nation A History of American Slavery and Enfranchisement The utility of an Establishment depends entirely on the piety, assiduity, and devoted zeal of its ministers, and on their abstaining from a secular interference which may involve them in political disputes. The Story of My Life Being Reminiscences of Sixty Years' Public Service in Canada Here he remained one year, studying American law and practice with persistent assiduity, and frequently appearing in our courts, 'by grace,' until he was fully licensed. Danger! A True History of a Great City's Wiles and Temptations The Veil Lifted, and Light Thrown on Crime and its Causes, and Criminals and their Haunts. Facts and Disclosures. I left no stone unturned to be of service to them, without being taken in by their interested assiduities. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to Prose, Vol. VII (of X)—Continental Europe I “The best acid is assiduity” was one of his favorite puns, and “No work is worse than over-work” is one of his wise and witty remarks. Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 8 If he were too much bullied and annoyed to get up his lesson overnight, he would be up by five in the morning working at it with unremitting assiduity. St. Winifred's, or The World of School Nine days I floated thence, and, on the tenth Dark night, the Gods convey’d me to the isle Ogygia, habitation of divine Calypso, by whose hospitable aid And assiduity, my strength revived. The Odyssey of Homer That means not only unfailing assiduity and admirable business management, but personal popularity on the part of the Whip. The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 30, June 1893 An Illustrated Monthly Perhaps if I had continued my search for the peg-top with the enthusiasm and assiduity with which I had lugged the kitchen table up to the corner cupboard, I should have found it. Mushrooms on the Moor How terrified he would be at the chance assiduity of a housemaid! Cousin Henry This memorial he sent to the bishop, and disseminated among all the clergy with malicious assiduity. St. Winifred's, or The World of School No young man can reasonably expect success, unless he enters upon his work with his whole heart, and pursues it with untiring assiduity. The Young Man's Guide All three plans have been in operation since the first days of the republic; the early Federalists employed the first two with such assiduity that the mob of that time finally revolted. The American Credo A Contribution Toward the Interpretation of the National Mind She was taking music lessons of Margaret's teacher now, and practised her scales and exercises with such assiduity that she had been allowed to play this piece. A Little Girl in Old New York The people of Kamtschatka hunt this species with great assiduity, and obtain from it many of the comforts and necessaries of life. Quadrupeds, What They Are and Where Found A Book of Zoology for Boys The delicate Tilly was also there, and to her Master Jacky devoted himself with an assiduity worthy of even a good boy. Freaks on the Fells Three Months' Rustication On account of the high price the canvas-backs bring in the market, they are pursued by the hunters with great assiduity, and are looked upon as a source of much profit. The Hunters' Feast Conversations Around the Camp Fire The sonnet was handled with the utmost assiduity not only by Ronsard, but by all the literary comrades whom he gathered round him, and on whom he bestowed the title of ‘La Pléiade.’ A Life of William Shakespeare with portraits and facsimiles Then we took to the boat, and began to fish the well-known water with careful assiduity. Lines in Pleasant Places Being the Aftermath of an Old Angler The seal is a particular favourite with him, and he hunts this creature with skill and assiduity. Quadrupeds, What They Are and Where Found A Book of Zoology for Boys It would be inhuman to awaken these; but in many cases those adjacent knew nothing, and with all assiduity the rolls must be imperfect. Campaigns of a Non-Combatant, and His Romaunt Abroad During the War Indeed, the earnestness of purpose, assiduity of application and intelligence to appreciate good counsel, which have, from the beginning, characterized the students as a body, are a noticeable and encouraging fact. The Education of American Girls Throughout the journey both these waited upon her with tender assiduity, almost constantly gazing at her with sad and silent looks. The Scalp Hunters He rubbed the wounded organ with astonishing assiduity for some time. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. CCCXXXVI. October, 1843. Vol. LIV. Whether the rumor was the cause of their attention, or their assiduity the foundation of the report, the reader must determine for himself. Western Characters or Types of Border Life in the Western States No sound save that made by the claws of the dog, that continues its task with unabated assiduity—not yet having taken any notice of the footsteps it can scarce fail to hear. The Death Shot A Story Retold Vyvyan imitated his father in his expensive tastes, and cultivated, with vulgar assiduity, the society of the noblemen at his college. Julian Home For this reason I became the object of his friendly assiduities. The Scalp Hunters To relieve a cocainist of his desire by mere suggestion may demand an assiduity which the average physician simply cannot afford; and nothing requires more time than a real use of Freud's psychoanalytic method. Psychotherapy Notwithstanding Professor Wuttke's recognized ability and assiduity as a historical investigator, I am unable to adopt the position at which he arrives. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 With great assiduity he followed the instructions of the master, and learned the mysteries of colouring, and a great number of artistic niceties, all tending to advance him towards perfection of execution. Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 454 Volume 18, New Series, September 11, 1852 At length he took priest's orders, and performed the duties of his office with great assiduity and punctuality. Fox's Book of Martyrs Or A History of the Lives, Sufferings, and Triumphant Deaths of the Primitive Protestant Martyrs I do not doubt but my assiduity was very agreeable to him. The Autobiography of Madame Guyon Then he tells us of the solace and the assiduities of these gentle creatures for his comfort. Masterpieces of Negro Eloquence The Best Speeches Delivered by the Negro from the days of Slavery to the Present Time The time on board ship when she had so systematically avoided him, and cultivated with assiduity the one who had ruined her, stood up before her with awful distinctness. The Carved Cupboard In his time Christie had been "reader's" boy at Ballantyne's, in Edinburgh, and in that capacity he had laid hands with a jackdaw assiduity on every scrap of literary interest which he could secure. Recollections With Photogravure Portrait of the Author and a number of Original Letters, of which one by George Meredith and another by Robert Louis Stevenson are reproduced in facsimile Here he applied himself to the study of the Portuguese language, executed his business with assiduity and despatch, and behaved with the most engaging affability to all persons with whom he had the least concern. Fox's Book of Martyrs Or A History of the Lives, Sufferings, and Triumphant Deaths of the Primitive Protestant Martyrs Besides this, my mother, instead of pitying me, reprimanded me sharply for my assiduity to my husband. The Autobiography of Madame Guyon He devoted himself with assiduity to studying the literature pertaining to the equity branch of the law. The Story of the Upper Canada Rebellion All this work of the farm I pursued with regularity and assiduity. Slavery and Four Years of War, Vol. 1-2 A Political History of Slavery in the United States Together With a Narrative of the Campaigns and Battles of the Civil War In Which the Author Took Part: 1861-1865 If we ignore Sir James Frazer's naïve speculations we can make use of the compilations of evidence which he makes with such remarkable assiduity. The Evolution of the Dragon We had not many books, but what we had I read and reread with great assiduity. Memoirs As he saw me so much indisposed, he came to see me with assiduity and charity, when at leisure from his occupations. The Autobiography of Madame Guyon He addressed himself to his tasks with redoubled assiduity. The Story of the Upper Canada Rebellion In due time he chose the trade of a carpenter, which vocation he followed with assiduity, if not with love. The Violin Its Famous Makers and Their Imitators The special commissions worked with care and assiduity, and their decisions rested generally on facts established after long discussion. Woodrow Wilson and the World War A Chronicle of Our Own Times. To these suffering heroes Mrs. Mendenhall devoted herself with the utmost assiduity. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience She then, at the age of fifteen, opened a school for girls in Dunbarton Street, in Georgetown, and gave herself to the work, which she loved, with the greatest assiduity, and with uniform success. History of the Negro Race in America from 1619 to 1880. Vol. 2 (of 2) Negroes as Slaves, as Soldiers, and as Citizens When she had been at Bowick about three months, a boy's leg had been broken, and she had nursed him, not only with assiduity, but with great capacity. Dr. Wortle's School For many days after this, Jack applied himself with unremitting assiduity to the construction of our boat, which at length began to look something like one. The Coral Island With equal and earnest assiduity Cowlik was engaged in adorning her head with a black flannel-lined sou’-wester, but she had some trouble with it, owing to the height of her top-knot of hair. The Walrus Hunters A Romance of the Realms of Ice These ladies, the wives and daughters of eminent merchants, clergymen, physicians, and lawyers of the city, performed their work with great faithfulness and assiduity. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience This church had been gathered through his incomparable assiduity. History of the Negro Race in America from 1619 to 1880. Vol. 2 (of 2) Negroes as Slaves, as Soldiers, and as Citizens No one, at any rate, should allow it to be wormed out of him by the impertinent assiduity of others. Dr. Wortle's School We have many relics of remote antiquity and exquisite workmanship existing now, which prove the talent and assiduity of our early Saxon forefathers. Bibliomania in the Middle Ages The police raid those back-yards with ready assiduity, but the yards are always promptly replenished. Jersey Street and Jersey Lane Urban and Suburban Sketches As in other cities, many ladies of high social position, devoted themselves with great assiduity to voluntary visiting and nursing at the hospitals. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience I immediately made a vow that I would read the “Tour up and down the Rio de la Plate,” with exemplary assiduity. Rattlin the Reefer But the Yogî, verily, labouring with assiduity, purified from sin, fully perfected through manifold births, he treadeth the supreme Path.... Reincarnation A Study in Human Evolution Can we think of Him as being prevailed upon by our assiduities and importunities to alter His decrees—is not this whole notion rather paltry and derogatory to His dignity? Problems of Immanence: studies critical and constructive One of them, who was in a first-class carriage, pulled out a comb and began combing his beard and hair with great assiduity—an operation more pleasant, doubtless, to himself than to his neighbours. Fred Markham in Russia The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar After the closing of that hospital, she transferred her service to Ascension Church Hospital, and subsequently early in 1863, to the Carver Hospital, both in Washington, where she labored with great assiduity and faithfulness. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience “No light bob, however,” said I. The doctor arose, rubbing with an assiduity that strongly reminded me of my old schoolmaster, Mr Root. Rattlin the Reefer He attended with great assiduity to his studies, anxious to improve himself, and to show that he was worthy of the kind patronage of Master Gresham. The Golden Grasshopper A story of the days of Sir Thomas Gresham A little more patient assiduity—a little more solid work for your own sake, and for mine. The Weathercock Being the Adventures of a Boy with a Bias The old man’s eyes resented his assiduity and accepted it. Clayhanger Many hundreds of the soldiers will testify to her untiring assiduity in caring for them. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience I have but little confidence in the cold heart that is won by a series of assiduities. The Rifle Rangers There was a large amount of work to be done, and as Sir Thomas and Master Clough never spared themselves, so they required us, their inferiors, to labour with a like assiduity. The Golden Grasshopper A story of the days of Sir Thomas Gresham This brings a new passion into play,—the vengeance of the farmer; and with such a motive to urge on the hunt, the lion in some parts is chased with great zeal and assiduity. The Bush Boys History and Adventures of a Cape Farmer and his Family Luca therefore embraced the earliest opportunity to abscond, and ran away on foot to the metropolis of art, where he applied himself with the greatest assiduity. Anecdotes of Painters, Engravers, Sculptors and Architects, and Curiosities of Art, (Vol. 2 of 3) He preached industry everywhere, and drilled his regiments with zealous assiduity. Heroes of Modern Europe I suspect that Accident was the parent of many; and well meant critical assiduity of more. The Causes of the Corruption of the Traditional Text of the Holy Gospels Being the Sequel to The Traditional Text of the Holy Gospels Even the doctor gave him up; but the girl, who had attended to him with the most unwearying assiduity had hopes to the last. Fritz and Eric The Brother Crusoes I had been nursed and attended there with the utmost assiduity, and the brain-fever eventually left me; but it left me insane, in which dreadful condition I had remained for nearly eight months. Under the Meteor Flag Log of a Midshipman during the French Revolutionary War Yet his ardor and enthusiasm were unabated; on the contrary, he studied with the greatest assiduity, striving to perfect himself in his art, and feeling confident that his talents would ultimately command a just reward. Anecdotes of Painters, Engravers, Sculptors and Architects, and Curiosities of Art, (Vol. 2 of 3) Miss Stanhope regarded the occasion as propitious for the perfecting of herself in the art of steering; and she accordingly practised with great assiduity. The Missing Merchantman And sometimes I find short clauses added which I prefer to ascribe to the misplaced critical assiduity of ancient Critics. The Causes of the Corruption of the Traditional Text of the Holy Gospels Being the Sequel to The Traditional Text of the Holy Gospels They whom I represent, have no wish but that justice should be done; they have investigated this subject with great care, with great assiduity, with great diligence, with great anxiety. The Trial of Charles Random de Berenger, Sir Thomas Cochrane, commonly called Lord Cochrane, the Hon. Andrew Cochrane Johnstone, Richard Gathorne Butt, Ralph Sandom, Alexander M'Rae, John Peter Holloway, and Henry Lyte for A Conspiracy In the Court of King's Bench, Guildhall, on Wednesday the 8th, and Thursday the 9th of June, 1814 He had already attained the highest reputation for eloquence, assiduity, and learning at the Scottish bar, and during his frequent opportunities for display before the House of Lords. Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745 Volume II. At first when the young are hatched, and are in a naked and helpless condition, the parent birds, with tender assiduity, carry out what comes away from p. 17their young. The Natural History of Selborne, Vol. 2 He increased his assiduities, caressed him in the most engaging manner, made him some small presents, and often asked him to dine and sup with him. The Arabian Nights Their Best-known Tales If there be a faker, I hope he appreciates my sympathetic estimate of his knowledge, assiduity, and skill in leger de main. The Clyde Mystery a Study in Forgeries and Folklore Here, for the first time, we saw capers, with a profusion of every sort of esculent vegetable, which the inhabitants cultivate with great assiduity, losing not an inch of ground. Itinerary of Provence and the Rhone Made During the Year 1819 Among them, none clung to her with more assiduity than her brother William, who was the nearest to her own age. The Knickerbocker, or New-York Monthly Magazine, April 1844 Volume 23, Number 4 It is certain that the females, whom the tyranny of opinion does not bind in this respect, are full of tenderness and assiduity. Traditions of the North American Indians, Vol. 3 Doubtless there are thousands of such men in the States, where frequently everything that is estimable in the English character is cultivated with assiduity. Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 445 Volume 18, New Series, July 10, 1852 He carefully studied their dispositions," says his biographer, "and sought to develop by gentle assiduity the peculiar talents of each individual pupil. The Journal of Negro History, Volume 2, 1917 Of all nations the Egyptians had, with the greatest assiduity, cultivated astronomy. Roman Antiquities, and Ancient Mythology For Classical Schools (2nd ed) Like his uncle he cultivated with equal assiduity the arts of peace and war. The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India - Volume IV of IV Kumhar-Yemkala Pope's fame was due to personal assiduities, and 'a certain bladdery swell of management.' Hours in a Library, Volume I. (of III.) They were remarkable for their assiduity in praying and fasting. The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March They must remember that excellence is attainable solely through hard study and patient assiduity, and small things must be well accomplished before great ones can be expected to succeed. Continental Monthly , Vol. 5, No. 6, June, 1864 Devoted to Literature and National Policy He was not more deceitful than they, but in grasp of detail, in boldness and assiduity, he was vastly superior. Henry VIII. Though he attended me with the greatest assiduity, yet, when I was going away, he would not accept of a single Louis d'or. Boswell's Correspondence with the Honourable Andrew Erskine, and His Journal of a Tour to Corsica During a boisterous and tedious voyage his classical and diplomatic studies were pursued with characteristic assiduity. Memoir of the Life of John Quincy Adams. He waited on her with a tender assiduity and she forced herself to eat, saying to herself with passionate gratitude that she would be a brute if she did not swallow to please him. Mary Gray Here two years of calm, tranquil enjoyment glided over Annie Evalyn, as she, with unremitting assiduity, pursued the path of science under the guidance of the good parson. Eventide A Series of Tales and Poems Home accordingly he came, and by assiduity prepared himself in a very short time to enter the junior class at Harvard College, whence he was graduated in high standing in 1787. John Quincy Adams American Statesmen Series He went into the mysteries of feminine attire with almost as much assiduity as a mother displays when buying a daughter's trousseau, and insisted upon Maurice sharing his interest and caution. The Call of the Blood He was an orator by nature, and by his indomitable assiduity he at once rose to prominence. Hidden Treasures Or, Why Some Succeed While Others Fail "Oh no, madame; let us speak of her first, for a few words of your majesty's gave me a painful suspicion; it seemed to me that your majesty reproached me with my assiduities to her." The Queen's Necklace Finally, another priest, the most annoying of all for his obstinate assiduity, sought to secure my affections at all cost. The Priest, The Woman And The Confessional He flatters each with the same assiduity and grossness, with the result that they all become his useful allies. A Boswell of Baghdad With Diversions In due time he made the tour of Europe, and lingered nine years in Rome, where he labored with suicidal assiduity. Captains of Industry or, Men of Business Who Did Something Besides Making Money She could paint fairly well in oil and was now taking up etching with enthusiastic assiduity. Villa Elsa A Story of German Family Life He studied in two different Spanish studios, and married the daughter of his second master, whom the talents, assiduity, and good qualities of Velasquez had already strongly attached to the young painter. The Old Masters and Their Pictures For the Use of Schools and Learners in Art Lillie's colt, it seemed, was entered for one of the races, and she had been training him herself with intense assiduity; but there was great difficulty in finding a rider, now he was trained. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 20, No. 118, August, 1867 Two of them choose each a consul, to be watched by them with unremitting assiduity; to one is assigned the charge sometimes of restraining, sometimes of exciting, the commons by his harangues. The History of Rome, Books 01 to 08 Dr Howe devoted himself with the utmost patience and assiduity to her education and was rewarded by increasing success. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" "You forget," observed the Doctor, "that when he was the admirer of our beloved Isabel, he shewed by his warmth and assiduity, that he was capable of loving something beside himself." The Loyalists, Vol. 1-3 An Historical Novel With the knowledge of a later generation to that of the earliest Italian and Flemish painters, Albrecht Dürer had much of their singleness of purpose, assiduity of application, and profound feeling. The Old Masters and Their Pictures For the Use of Schools and Learners in Art If you would understand the true secrets of Alchemy, you must study the works of the Masters with patience and assiduity. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry His aim was fixed when he commenced to teach at Halle; and he prosecuted it with undivided assiduity until the close of his useful life. History of Rationalism Embracing a Survey of the Present State of Protestant Theology By this we are able to judge with how much attention and assiduity he had carried out his work. Michael Angelo Buonarroti Consider attentively and with assiduity in the New Testament, as well as the Bible, and thou shalt find new significances, very clear of this great Manifestation. Tablets of Abdul-Baha Abbas He must please and interest the public before he may reason with it, and even to reach the public ear involves other assiduities than writing. Anticipations Of the Reaction of Mechanical and Scientific Progress upon Human life and Thought The assiduity and success of Wishart became an object of attention to Cardinal Beatoun; and he resolved, by the punishment of so celebrated a preacher, to strike a terror into all other innovators. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part C. From Henry VII. to Mary |
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