| 单词 | muster up |
| 例句 | But as I lay there in my bed that night with my brother asleep beside me, I couldn’t seem to muster up any sort of idealism. Where Things Come Back 2011-05-03T00:00:00Z But instead I mustered up the courage to leave my hiding spot. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z Shellfire was all around him, and though he knew that this was something called it, he could not muster up the proper feeling—the feeling that would accommodate it. Sula 1973-11-01T00:00:00Z I wonder if I can muster up the energy to acquire another persona. You Bring the Distant Near 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z But I couldn’t muster up that feeling anymore. Proud 2018-07-24T00:00:00Z Chet mustered up the courage to make a noise that sounded like it could be an animal. Hello, Universe 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z I’m trying to muster up enough courage to give the Chumley Prep a cappella group a piece of my mind. Shine! 2019-11-05T00:00:00Z Then I mustered up all of my courage and turned to her. Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood 2016-11-15T00:00:00Z Desperately, I mustered up my last reserve of energy. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z He looked friendly enough but I still couldn’t muster up enough courage to go in. Where the Red Fern Grows 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z I smiled the most charming smile I could muster up, letting my eyes dance. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z Maybe that’s what I need to do now, muster up everything that was ever vivi'sima about me and somehow find a way to stand tall. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z I take a deep breath and muster up all my bravado. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z I knew she had mustered up all her courage to come along, the way she kept looking behind us when we first hit that isolated stretch of highway. In the Time of the Butterflies 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Nathan desperately wanted his head to be massaged but couldn’t muster up enough energy to ask. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z I grab my lunch from my locker but can’t muster up my standard slam, and then I make my way outside. A Good Kind of Trouble 2019-03-12T00:00:00Z Finally, I mustered up the courage and called Coach Val’s number. Courage to Soar 2016-11-15T00:00:00Z Later, while making dinner with the Doctorita, I muster up a casual voice. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z I couldn't muster up a single commonplace out of the thousand in my head. The Great Gatsby 1925-04-10T00:00:00Z Somewhere inside me there must be an inherited wisdom from my ancestors since I can muster up the ability to play roles that offer guidance and strength. Watch Us Rise 2019-02-12T00:00:00Z I mustered up the courage to try and ignore the fact that a beautiful girl whom I’d never said more than hi to had come to visit me at work. Where Things Come Back 2011-05-03T00:00:00Z So it was to be just the Price family and whatever help we could muster up. The Poisonwood Bible 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z It had been cloudy for a few days; maybe the solar panels couldn’t muster up enough energy anymore, and without backup from the national power lines, they gave out. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z I bend down, and my body aches, but I muster up all my strength and manage to pick up the broom. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z I only wish I could muster up the courage to actually warrant any of her distrust. Love, Hate & Other Filters 2018-01-16T00:00:00Z Sadly, Antonio’s chiseled intensity and endless dimples could not muster up high enough judges’ scores to keep the actor in Mirrorball contention. 'Dancing With the Stars' recap: Halloween night tricks and treats 2014-10-28T04:00:00Z Then he drove away, as if some lovers’ spat weren’t worth anything he might have mustered up to say. My Dead 2018-07-12T04:00:00Z It can be difficult to muster up the mental steam to see them afresh. Perspective | Are nature documentaries the greatest art of our time? 2019-07-03T04:00:00Z And when I finally got the show, I mustered up the courage to ask Hiro if he would cut my hair on show days. Hasan Minhaj’s Week: From ‘The Lion King’ to a Trim With Jay-Z 2019-11-12T05:00:00Z “Eventually I mustered up the courage to say ‘hi’ to her and it was great. Seattle musician Chong the Nomad contributes to lead single off Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi’ soundtrack 2021-08-31T04:00:00Z Baldwin’s mother was able to muster up the capacity to kiss the venom out of her deeply embittered son. Christopher Dorner was not a monster 2013-02-14T23:26:00Z The father and son experience their biggest falling-out when Elijah musters up that courage to tell Louis that he doesn't want to run the family business; he only wants to be a master sommelier. Netflix's "Uncorked" spills the real truth about rejection and privilege in pursuit of passion 2020-03-30T04:00:00Z And despite her status as an emerging feminist voice, Ms. Conger had to concede that mustering up the courage to ask Mr. Ahnberg to be her date was a little unsettling. A Feminist Romance, but Not a Radical One 2016-05-13T04:00:00Z While Faist must hide his light under the bushel of an ostentatious 1970s mustache, he, like Boutsikaris and the love interest Crystal Reed, musters up noteworthy charm. Review: ‘Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game’ 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z So I stuck with science, mustering up just enough motivation to scrape by with a bachelor’s degree, a mediocre GPA and minimal participation in campus activities. Where is my true path in life? 2012-11-09T01:00:00Z By mustering up memories of his childhood in Ireland, when all they did was put a candle in the window and open what gifts they had. Searching for joy on dark days 2012-12-18T01:45:04Z But she struggled to muster up interest in the film during the Obama years, partly due to the administration’s reputation for progressiveness in that area – an impression Hittman describes as an “illusion”. ‘Women's stories are seen as niche’: Eliza Hittman on her new film 2020-05-16T04:00:00Z Though more obvious preparations are provided, too, for those midweek lunches where you can’t muster up much more than smoked oysters, saltines and hot sauce. The Best Cookbooks of 2021 2021-12-14T05:00:00Z The somewhat gimmicky genre combination may have had the potential to be a winning combo, but “Totally Killer,” directed by Nahnatchka Khan, struggles to muster up enough charisma to stick the landing. ‘Totally Killer’ Review: More Like Marty McDie 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z There is an aspirational element to his life—he wants better than he has—but he can muster up only so much effort to achieve it. Another antidote to #OscarsSoWhite: The annual Black Star Film Fest starts this weekend 2016-08-04T04:00:00Z But at every computer graphics class, she would try to muster up the courage to engage Ron in conversation. On Love: Tenisha Campbell and Ron Holloway 2015-02-26T05:00:00Z And can you even bother to muster up an emotion about Bristol Palin’s return to the dance floor? Dancing with the Stars Results Watch: Who Is the New Winner? 2012-11-28T13:30:05Z So I mustered up enough nerve during dinner to ask him. Ron Darling’s Piece of the Sky 2015-06-02T04:00:00Z Yet it’s a word that public figures, even when caught red-handed, rarely seem to be able to muster up to apply to themselves. How to make a lie worse: Try to get away with not calling it a “lie” 2016-08-22T04:00:00Z “He would only speak to my friend because he couldn’t muster up the courage to introduce himself to me,” Ms. Santeliz said. Overcoming Cancer, Postponements and a Hurricane 2020-11-20T05:00:00Z For one reason or another, though, I haven't yet mustered up the courage. From the ambitious to the everyday, cookbooks are a magical portal to our culinary futures 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z While we might find pleasure in those rare and cherished moments of peace and quiet, when it comes to silence and stillness, can we muster up the self-restraint at all? Ssshhh! How the cult of quiet can change your life 2016-10-23T04:00:00Z Despite his self-admitted shyness, he asked for her phone number and mustered up the courage to text her after the party. She Said Yes. Twice. 2021-07-23T04:00:00Z But legislative leaders typically don’t schedule bills for floor votes unless they’re certain of passage, signaling LeMahieu has mustered up 17 votes between the two parties. Wisconsin state Senate to vote on downsized Milwaukee Brewers stadium repair bill 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z But the Rams have had lean times when they’re scraping to muster up any kind of receiving threat, so here’s betting they prefer this situation. NFL roundtable: How will Chargers go 'fourth?' Should Rams replace kicker? 2023-10-03T04:00:00Z "I mustered up some guts and played the song to Agnetha and said, 'Wouldn't you just want to do this one?'" he recalls. Abba's Agnetha Fältskog returns with solo song: 'I didn't know if I could do this' 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z I don't have a great deal of confidence that they're going to be able to muster up that coalition fast enough to stop Donald Trump from being the Republican 2024 presidential nominee, however. Mile Taylor on why his "Anonymous" plan failed against Donald Trump 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z The oversight committee of Ecuador's National Assembly on Saturday failed to muster up the votes to approve a report recommending against a vote to impeach President Guillermo Lasso over embezzlement accusations. Russia's war on Ukraine latest: Russian nationalist writer wounded in car bomb 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z As a young adult, “there were many times where I was scrambling, trying to muster up $100, $200 for a little vial of insulin that was literally going to keep me alive,” Calame-Harris said. Newsom announces $50-million contract to make California's own brand of insulin 2023-03-18T04:00:00Z But, how else to describe the masterful way Atkinson not only musters up a city-full of characters but also slowly and smoothly binds them together through coincidence and hidden relationships? Review | For fun-seekers, Kate Atkinson’s new novel is just the thing 2022-10-04T04:00:00Z After celebrating and more celebrating following Friday’s postseason-clinching victory, they still mustered up the energy to give O’Keefe the customary beer shower less than 24 hours after they were all in one big beer shower. Brian O’Keefe gets to celebrate twice with Mariners: for playoffs and first hit 2022-10-01T04:00:00Z “He kept us in the ballgame. He gave us six solid innings of work and gave us a chance. We just couldn’t muster up any offense.” Detmers pitches Angels past Rangers 4-1 for 5th straight win 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z They met soon after, though it took some time for him to muster up the courage to talk to her. His Bees Fly to the Front Line. Soon, It May Come to Him. 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z I, for one, can’t really seem to muster up too much outrage about it. I’ve been getting tons of "wrong number" spam texts, and I don’t hate it? 2022-07-03T04:00:00Z My company: unable to muster up the courage to say the overturning of Roe v. EA makes a bad joke, gets relentlessly flamed 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z Even though just carrying a backpack with a water bottle hurt, she mustered up the courage to tag along on what was her first backpacking trip. Meet North Bend’s pro weekend warrior Krystin Norman, ‘quiet crusher’ of mountain sports 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z The US estimates Russia has mustered up to 190,000 troops around Ukraine, including separatist forces in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions. Ukraine tensions: US sounds fresh alarm over Russia invasion fears 2022-02-20T05:00:00Z According to a US estimate, Russia has mustered up to 190,000 troops including separatist forces in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions. Ukraine crisis: Russia keeps troops in Belarus amid Ukraine fears 2022-02-20T05:00:00Z A lowlight is Mr. Travolta, delivering a stoic somewhat mechanical performance and trying to muster up the maniacal evil but looking tired. ‘The Punisher: Steelbook Edition’ 4K Ultra HD movie review 2022-02-10T05:00:00Z But as the calendar turns to Feb. 6, all the reporting from the negotiations — when they actually muster up the motivation to meet — paints a bleak picture. Mariners mailbag: MLB’s lockout will end eventually, but when will that happen? 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z And so athletes are mustering up their last bits of discipline and determination to navigate these final, perilous days before the Olympics. Olympians Face a Daunting Final Qualifying Event: Staying Healthy 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z The pandemic backdrop “dramatically muted any joy” the team mustered up last season, Waller said. For UCLA gymnastics team, exhibition before a crowd feels like 'back to normal' 2021-12-18T05:00:00Z I had to muster up the courage to ask for explanations in my meeting with the pharmaceutical company. Low health literacy is a "silent pandemic" that affects the majority of Americans 2021-10-02T04:00:00Z "They did a good job of pitching to us. You don’t like it but sometimes that’s how it is. We’re still in good position. We just have to muster up a couple wins here." Marte's double in 9th lifts A's 2-1, stalls Astros 2021-09-25T04:00:00Z Almost two decades later, he can still recall how he mustered up the courage to try and convince his father to let him continue studying, to no avail. A challenge to make ceviche for roommates inspired this Oaxacan immigrant to start his own Seattle business 2021-09-08T04:00:00Z After mustering up the courage to talk to Pineda, the two met for coffee. Retiree helps homeless man get a second chance, sparking lifelong friendship 2021-07-13T04:00:00Z Two months ago he mustered up the courage to leave a work environment he described as "toxic." American workers are refusing to take bad jobs — and that's good for everyone, economists say 2021-06-19T04:00:00Z “I finally mustered up enough, I guess, strength to make a statement,” Crutcher says. 100 Years After the Tulsa Massacre, What Does Justice Look Like? 2021-05-25T04:00:00Z Even his most ardent defenders mustered up all the enthusiasm of someone replacing their car brakes. Column: Recalling California's wild and crazy and crowded 2003 gubernatorial recall 2021-03-12T05:00:00Z “He was walking back and forth, trying to muster up the strength to do the conduct at issue. And then he stopped hitting him when he believed he was dead.” Bethesda attorney charged with fatally beating father with baseball bats in D.C. home 2021-01-29T05:00:00Z Karl-Anthony Towns had to dig deep to muster up the willingness to play Wednesday night in the wake of losing several family members, including his mother, to the coronavirus. Karl-Anthony Towns opens up on return to the floor after months of hardship 2020-12-24T05:00:00Z “Every week we are just mustering up to get 11 guys on the field.” Shanahan: Niners ‘blew an opportunity’ vs surging Saints 2020-11-15T05:00:00Z The Saints needed to muster up any kind of energy to get past the Bears in a sloppy game. NFL Week 8 recap, scores and standings 2020-11-01T04:00:00Z Mathematically speaking at least, if Ireland muster up a bonus-point win against France later, they will be champions regardless and England’s efforts today will be irrelevant. Italy v England: Six Nations 2020 – live! 2020-10-31T04:00:00Z “We’re supposed to have certain ideals, and I don’t think either of them musters up to it.” The end of democracy? To many Americans, the future looks dark if the other side wins. 2020-10-25T04:00:00Z Miami only mustered up 11 points against the Patriots. NFL Week 2 preview: Tom Brady makes home debut, Bengals-Browns kick things off and more 2020-09-17T04:00:00Z Adams’ former team mustered up another poor game. Jamal Adams makes Seahawks debut: 12 tackles, 1 sack and a jab at his former team 2020-09-13T04:00:00Z Von Miller attempted to muster up a Kobe Bryant mindset on social media on Thursday after reports indicated the Denver Broncos linebacker would likely miss the season due to a dislocated tendon in his ankle. Broncos' Von Miller channels Kobe Bryant as he appears ready to rehab ankle injury 2020-09-10T04:00:00Z He played his lone season with the Dallas Cowboys last year and managed to muster up 11.5 sacks. Chicago Bears: What to know about the team's 2020 season 2020-09-07T04:00:00Z The Padres — down to their final out with no one on base — somehow mustered up seven runs to shock Seattle, 10-7. Sideline Chatter: Did thief get penalty kick for defender’s use of hands? 2020-08-31T04:00:00Z Even when you’re exhausted, you’re mustering up unimaginable courage to put on those scrubs and give our loved ones a fighting chance. Michelle Obama's DNC speech: read it in full 2020-08-18T04:00:00Z Starla says her dream is to play a duet with Walevska, but she hasn’t mustered up the courage yet to ask her. Column One: The mystery of a stolen rare cello has a surprise ending 2020-07-22T04:00:00Z He never watched the footage of his brother’s killing in full, but he mustered up the courage to watch the final minutes of Mr. Floyd’s life. Qualified Immunity Protection for Police Emerges as Flash Point Amid Protests 2020-06-23T04:00:00Z It takes dedication to muster up the power to move forward. Tommie Smith’s Fist Is Still Raised: ‘We Still Need to Fight’ 2020-06-13T04:00:00Z After a week of seeing him every morning, I finally mustered up the courage to talk to him one morning. VIP's Cafe, John Wooden's favorite diner, aims to get back in the game 2020-06-04T04:00:00Z Thus, for the first time ever, scientists have been able to muster up vaccine prospects mere weeks into a new, fast-spreading disease. 'It’s a razor’s edge we’re walking': inside the race to develop a coronavirus vaccine 2020-03-27T04:00:00Z At the event last week, she mustered up her courage, applied to Paul Quinn College in Dallas and got an instant acceptance. Waiting for college decisions? In Lynwood, 381 admissions are offered in a day 2020-02-04T05:00:00Z Every penny counts so whatever you can muster up is greatly appreciated. How the world has responded to Australia's fires 2020-01-07T05:00:00Z Johnson is expected to return to Parliament on Monday to keep mustering up support for his Brexit proposal, which was approved by EU leaders on Thursday. Nigel Farage says anger over Brexit deal is 'unlike anything I have ever seen before' 2019-10-20T04:00:00Z He appeared unable to muster up even the performance of humanity; that wasn’t what he’d showed up to do. Perspective | Trump wants to make reality TV. But now the cast is ignoring his directions. 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z If Michigan musters up 10 wins this season, it'd be a miracle. Your one-week college football star of the week: This poor, sad, helpless Michigan fan - Golf Digest 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z She mustered up the courage to quit to launch a cake-making business during an era when supper clubs were thriving, and so she started one. The islands of the Indian Ocean aren’t known for their food. A new cookbook aims to change that. 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z “I reckon if I put my two sons in a room – one’s nine, one’s 11 – for about 45 minutes, they could probably muster up something better than that new single of his,” he says. Noel Gallagher: ‘I liked my mum until she gave birth to Liam’ 2019-08-05T04:00:00Z Still, as I sat in the ER waiting room at Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, watching a woman vomit into a plastic bag, I found it difficult to muster up too much acrimony. Boosted gave me a defective scooter. It broke my finger. 2019-07-22T04:00:00Z Following his 62 at The Renaissance Club on Sunday, Johnston fought back tears talking about Valencia, only able to muster up a "Life's good," when speaking to Golf Channel's Damon Hack. Andrew 'Beef' Johnston earns last-minute invite to Royal Portrush with final-round 62 at the Scottish Open - Golf Digest 2019-07-14T04:00:00Z But while it goes big on gore and atmosphere, it doesn’t muster up any actual scares. ‘Toy Story 4’ and beyond: 6 movies open June 21 in the Seattle area; our reviewers weigh in 2019-06-21T04:00:00Z Making it that much worse was the fact that Nelson could only muster up one total point in the series, and it came on Friday night, a garbage-time goal to make the game 5-2. Hurricanes defenseman Dougie Hamilton pulled off an all-time troll on Islanders center Brock Nelson - Golf Digest 2019-05-04T04:00:00Z Lake Braddock made a late surge, but it couldn’t muster up an equalizer. Identical twin coaches bring brotherly love to one of Northern Virginia’s best boys’ soccer rivalries 2019-04-23T04:00:00Z Tennant said she was afraid of Walton and it took her time “to be able to muster up the courage” to go public. Broadcaster says NBA coach Luke Walton laughed at her during alleged assault 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z “I am sure that he is mustering up the courage to come here and that the debates will take place as that is what is required under Ukraine’s laws.” Ukraine president takes up comedian's drug test challenge 2019-04-05T04:00:00Z It mustered up some teenagers from the youth team, and a team masseur, for a total of eight players. A 20-0 Soccer Game in Italy Was Men Against Boys 2019-02-18T05:00:00Z But he will have to muster up a deal of those instincts to keep the remaining pretenders at bay. Novak Djokovic sees off Medvedev to set up Nishikori battle at Australian Open 2019-01-21T05:00:00Z Finally last week, she mustered up the courage to escape. Complaint: Kidnapping suspect kept Wisconsin girl under bed 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z But the highlight reel went dark after that as the Cavaliers mustered up just 175 yards of offense while Navy romped for 471 rushing yards en route to a 49-7 victory. Virginia looking for better bowl outcome after this year 2018-12-27T05:00:00Z Legislators should muster up the compassion - if not for the animals, then for their taxpaying constituents - to pass this act. Montana Editorial Roundup 2018-11-28T05:00:00Z No matter how exhausted people became, everyone mustered up the energy to give Lee his due whenever he appeared on-screen. All of the Stan Lee cameos from Marvel movies, and why we love them 2018-11-12T05:00:00Z Somewhere in someone’s personal archives is a photo of all the firefighters mustered up there after the fire. A look back on Vail Mountain arson 20 years ago 2018-10-27T04:00:00Z The Mariners had a chance to break the 3-3 tie in the top of the ninth, but the beaten down body of ol’ Albert Pujols mustered up a moment from his younger days. Gamble backfires as Mariners lose to Angels 4-3 in 10 innings 2018-07-27T04:00:00Z “I mustered up the courage to assure him I was not and that I was interested in flying,” she wrote. ‘She has nerves of steel’: The story of the pilot who calmly landed the Southwest Airlines flight 2018-04-18T04:00:00Z "I mustered up the courage to assure him I was not and that I was interested in flying," she wrote. Tammie Jo Shults, who calmly landed the Southwest flight, broke barriers as a fighter pilot 2018-04-18T04:00:00Z Still, he mustered up a bit of the showbiz hard sell. Pacino as Paterno, and Who Is That Producer? Anthony Scaramucci 2018-04-06T04:00:00Z For a couple of months one winter he was so depressed and detached, he couldn’t muster up the energy to speak. Opinion | I’m the Wife of a Former N.F.L. Player. Football Destroyed His Mind. 2018-02-02T05:00:00Z “Picturing Hatch’s reaction when the aforementioned aides finally muster up enough courage to explain to him what is actually in the article,” one tweet said. Orrin Hatch Says He’s ‘Grateful’ for Biting Editorial That Suggested He Resign 2017-12-26T05:00:00Z He was able to muster up just one more birdie and four pars to finish with a 61, the low round of his professional career. Rickie Fowler shoots final-round 61 to win the Hero World Challenge - Golf Digest 2017-12-03T05:00:00Z At a time when many young women are no doubt still trying to muster up the courage to report or tell their stories, this coverage is dangerous. How do sexual assault victims feel when the media fails them like this? | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett 2017-11-03T04:00:00Z I was silent for a while before I mustered up the courage to politely decline his offer. Opinion | Lupita Nyong’o: What Harvey Weinstein Did to Me 2017-10-19T04:00:00Z Only half the players mustered up enough energy to go out to Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse, where Williams shared his battles with insomnia. A week with Hogs 2.0: Redskins’ O-line does yoga, eats vegan and trains insanely hard 2017-07-21T04:00:00Z He stayed silent for decades before the folks who operated Vegas Vic mustered up the will and he began to utter “Howdy Pardner!” again. A neon Vegas icon turns up on Twitter, with a far-right persona that prompts alarm 2017-04-07T04:00:00Z “The shots just didn’t fall today. We couldn’t find enough energy to muster up that late push.” Thornwell leads South Carolina to 88-81 NCAA upset of Duke 2017-03-19T04:00:00Z “It took me a very long time to muster up the courage to shed that cowardice,” Estefan said. Emily Estefan is finding her voice 2017-01-28T05:00:00Z New York’s own offense was bland, punting to end eight of its 12 drives, but it mustered up enough to get the job done. The Giants found plenty to play for in ‘meaningless’ game against Redskins 2017-01-01T05:00:00Z In 1960, at 25, he joined an ill-fated mission to lead a boatload of poorly trained Cubans from Miami in hopes of mustering up a counter-revolution on the island. A rose for family of US plantation owner executed by Castro 2016-12-01T05:00:00Z He finally broke into tears when asked to muster up a few words about retirement and his long hours of janitorial work. Refugee debate hits home for Hmong family in Appleton 2016-10-08T04:00:00Z It’s sure swell that he can muster up a skip across Lake Champlain and get a nice turnout for Ms. Teachout, but he otherwise seems to have disappeared. The Bernie Bump 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z Asked to sum up his feelings, Hanse mustered up a sentence about the entire week ending in a way that was too good to be true before heading off, eyes red. At Olympic medal ceremony, a celebration for more than the medalists - Golf Digest 2016-08-14T04:00:00Z That trend continued on Thursday night as Astros pitchers struck out 11 and the offense could only muster up one run in a 4-1 loss as the Toronto Blue Jays won the series. Astros’ pitchers get 11 Ks, offense stagnant vs Jays 2016-08-05T04:00:00Z “That was the best effort we could muster up and it wasn’t much,” Trumbo said. Orioles drop from 1st, skid at 5 with 9-1 loss to Blue Jays 2016-07-30T04:00:00Z For this stop, he musters up plenty of help. Farmers bask in glow of ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ yields 2016-07-01T04:00:00Z Eight times champions Brazil were held 0-0 by Ecuador in the glamor game as the second day of the centenary Copa America tournament mustered up only one, albeit spectacular, goal from three matches on Saturday. Brazil held by Ecuador, Peru sole winners in Copa America 2016-06-05T04:00:00Z And in the midst of this joyful conversation, I mustered up the courage and said, “Ma’am, do you mind my asking: were you assaulted on your journey to South Africa?” Matt Damon Gives 'Good Will Hunting' Lesson to MIT Grads 2016-06-03T04:00:00Z The little girl took a deep breath, mustered up some courage, and approached Kristen Bell. For Kristen Bell, supporting actor in 'The Boss,' her main job is her family 2016-04-08T04:00:00Z Opposition and government politicians are campaigning hard to muster up numbers in Congress for a vote, likely to be held around 17 April in the lower house of Congress. Dilma Rousseff and Brazil face up to decisive month - BBC News 2016-03-29T04:00:00Z The GOP couldn't even muster up a candidate who can defeat Obama in 2012, when he was facing the all time lowest voter approval rating. Donald Trump Finds Ally in Delegate Selection System, Much to G.O.P.’s Chagrin 2016-02-29T05:00:00Z The money is there, so if one 20-year-old does muster up the sense to say no, there’ll be 20 others waiting in line to say yes. American football is too dangerous, and it should be abolished | Dave Bry 2016-01-04T05:00:00Z "Honestly, I wasn't going to play but I got on the bus and all the fans . . . I felt really, really awful if I couldn't muster up enough that I could play," he said. Kobe Bryant plays after being 'lobbied' by fans but Lakers lose, 112-96 to Memphis 2015-12-27T05:00:00Z "There is no doubt at that but you have to muster up the energy and fight through that and I don't think we did a good job of that," Bulls coach Fred Hoiberg said. Anthony sets tone, Knicks breeze past Bulls 2015-12-19T05:00:00Z I finally mustered up enough courage to abstain from that vote and from voting on certain issues I didn’t agree with The Machine on. Alabama Student: Why I Quit My School's Secret Society 2015-11-12T05:00:00Z I mustered up the courage to ask my teacher, Mr. Colwell, what and whom I was hearing. Not just “Dead Man’s Party” on a Halloween mix: Oingo Boingo deserves more respect than this 2015-10-30T04:00:00Z The mild-mannered Bush mustered up an attack on Rubio for missing so many votes in the Senate. Analysis: Bush debate strategy backfires, raising new questions about his faltering candidacy 2015-10-29T04:00:00Z First, try to muster up a kind, true statement about your employer. How to Answer 'Why Are You Leaving Your Current Employer?' in an Interview 2015-10-28T04:00:00Z Everything bores you, nothing excites you, and you can’t muster up any positive thoughts about the company you work for. 10 Signs You Really Need a Vacation 2015-07-15T04:00:00Z On another warm, grinding afternoon, Day couldn’t muster up the energy needed for the final round. Jason Day can’t make 2nd weekend charge at US Open 2015-06-21T04:00:00Z Writing a polemic about PATs would require mustering up emotion where it simply doesn’t exist, like writing a screed about sacrifice bunts. Why NFL’s doing more than kick around major changes on PATs 2015-03-27T04:00:00Z He was leaving his hotel Tuesday when a woman mustered up the courage to approach him. Chiefs’ Berry has support from all corners 2014-11-25T05:00:00Z Mr Gilhooly said it was "not easy to muster up too much sympathy for Evans". Rapist compared to Guildford Four 2014-11-18T05:00:00Z It’s ostensibly an ode to Swift's new city, though it musters up nothing more evocative than “lights so bright” and sounds like the flash of a thousand Times Square cameras converted to song. Taylor Swift's '1989' Isn't Perfect. But It Is the Big Pop Album 2014 Desperately Needs In prior years, Congress has mustered up a vote after the start of the tax year to renew those extenders. Taxpayers Freaking Out Over Hoax Claiming 2015 IRS Refunds Already Delayed 2014-10-10T04:00:00Z They couldn't muster up much more offense against Houston and the little-talked about Jackie Robinson West defense, which turned two double plays and committed no errors. Jackie Robinson West advances with 6-1 win 2014-08-19T04:00:00Z If you’re nearing the end of the day and haven’t quite hit your goal yet, your Up24 will send a push notification encouraging you to muster up the energy to hit 100 percent. The best fitness tracker you can buy 2014-08-14T04:00:00Z Unfortunately in Target’s case, shoppers are slow to even muster up that forgiveness. Shoppers Explain Where Target Went Off-Target 2014-05-22T04:00:00Z That year they were only able to muster up a total of 10 women directors to 60 men. A Call to Action on Behalf of Female Filmmakers 2014-05-14T04:00:00Z Inspired, Stone says he mustered up all his strength and tried flipping backwards several times, hoping to replicate the move but instead “landing on my ribs over and over again.” How lessons learned in middle school gym class helped Biz Stone build Twitter (SXSW) 2014-03-12T14:29:10Z Dheensaw deflected a pass on defense, mustering up hustle plays as her teammates began hitting shots. Cougars upset Cal, move into Pac-12 tournament semifinals 2014-03-08T04:48:05Z "There's often people who have chronic disease themselves who have to muster up the energy to perform these really physically taxing caregiving needs." Growing number of seniors caring for other seniors 2014-01-06T14:33:30Z When the Mariners fall behind 2-1, especially at home, it has been hard to muster up much hope they will mount a comeback. Mariners muscle up, try to change their offensively challenged image 2013-03-31T01:00:10Z You’ll need to scour every nook to muster up the cash to afford just one vigor upgrade, so think carefully before improving your kill skills. 'BioShock: Infinite' Review (part 1) 2013-03-27T05:39:47Z Though they didn't look like drivers, I mustered up my courage and said, "Excuse me!" but no answer. City Room: Metropolitan Diary: FEMA to the Rescue 2013-02-05T13:46:18Z The Bills mustered up a little momentum, scoring 10 points in the final 1:10 of the second quarter. Two-minute drill: Seahawks 50, Buffalo 17 2012-12-17T02:09:23Z When I finally mustered up the nerve, I made my pitch clumsily, my voice shaking and my face beet red. To Solve the Gender Wage Gap, Learn to Speak Up 2012-12-15T21:09:33Z Or will the Timbers, winless on the road all year, muster up the grit to collect a point – and the nice little trophy that wants to come home? MLS Week 31: Fan previews 2012-10-05T13:00:00Z "I couldn't really muster up anything out there today," McIlroy told reporters. Bubba makes first move as leaders wait their chance 2012-07-21T14:28:02Z That degree of force was likely unnecessary — but neither investigators, the grand jury nor the general public could muster up much sympathy for Flores. Father Won't Face Charges in Beating Death 2012-06-20T17:05:27Z Yet like McDowell, Woods struggled to muster up the kind of enthusiasm you might expect from a man in his position. Woods hangs in on course of pain 2012-06-16T08:50:37Z But the smiles seemed forced and the words weary as the rattled Devils trotted out a few well-worn, backs-against-the-wall cliches, mustering up as much defiance as they could before their do-or-die Game Four on Wednesday. Devils put on brave face before Game Four showdown 2012-06-06T01:25:58Z "Once again we just couldn't muster up anything against the starter," Sveum said. Cain delivers in vintage style as Giants beat Cubs 2012-06-03T03:42:09Z Larry looked like a criminal for whom there was no reprieve; he scratched his head for an excuse, but not one could he muster up, so he knew not what to say. Fairy Legends and Traditions of The South of Ireland 2012-05-22T15:16:54.237Z Realistically, I think that Toronto can muster up a draw. MLS week eleven: fan previews 2012-05-18T13:15:00Z Still, as the Ambassador was allowed to take his departure unharmed, it is quite upon the cards that the King will muster up courage and come in. March to Magdala 2012-04-19T02:00:32.620Z Then came that day in June when I mustered up courage at last! Vistas of New York 2012-04-14T02:00:25.810Z It was some time before they could muster up courage to go nearer and look into the sepulchre. Joel: A Boy of Galilee 2012-03-24T02:00:17.137Z The view Clement had taken had slowly but surely eclipsed his view, until now, when he must face the bank with a smile, he could not muster up the smile. Ovington's Bank 2012-02-28T03:00:25.267Z Then she mustered up courage to ask, "I suppose you do not read the Daily Dial, Miss Marlenspuyk?" Vignettes of Manhattan; Outlines in Local Color 2012-02-20T03:00:20.550Z Georgetown tried to muster up a shot to tie, but Jason Clark's turnover ended that. No. 2 Syracuse survives OT thriller vs. Georgetown 2012-02-09T02:14:18Z It seems ironic that after addressing their perennial problem on defense, the Knicks are now unable to muster up enough offense under D’Antoni to be competitive. Off the Dribble: Surprisingly, Offense Is a Knicks Weakness 2012-01-23T23:41:00Z I must muster up energy to begin the hunt. Well Blog: The Shame of Filling a Prescription 2012-01-05T18:06:20Z I showed my pass and in a few words explained my errand, even mustering up courage to emphasize the urgency of the case. Why Lincoln Laughed 2011-12-29T03:00:17.037Z Notwithstanding I mustered up all my philosophy on this occasion, yet I must confess that my spirits began to fail me. 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 At length, however, when he came at the usual hour, he perceived that the great entrance-gate was left half-open, and he mustered up courage to enter. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z Not the slightest motion was there; Rory could hardly credit the fact that he was moving, and when at last he did muster up sufficient courage to peep earthwards over the side of the car. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z Could he muster up strength enough to abandon all that the home meant? The Outcaste 2011-12-12T03:00:25.380Z For some while I lay mustering up courage to rise, fanned by the mild breeze, which played in from the open window on my right. The Honour of Savelli A Romance 2011-12-10T03:00:15.560Z He hung back outside the parlour-door for some time, mustered up courage to enter at last, dashed into the room and, tripping over his hanger, found himself kneeling at her feet. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z For how could we hope to muster up the necessary courage to tear ourselves from indolence, and from love as well? The Seven Cardinal Sins: Envy and Indolence 2011-11-28T03:00:23.427Z For a few moments she hesitated, then mustered up courage enough to turn the key in the forbidden lock and throw open the door. Mighty Mikko A Book of Finnish Fairy Tales and Folk Tales 2011-11-25T03:00:15.030Z Spring, then summer came, and he could not muster up enough courage to declare himself. Thomas Jefferson The Apostle of Americanism 2011-11-23T03:00:55.563Z When Greece got itself into trouble, the European Union and International Monetary Fund could easily muster up the resources to prevent default. Five Reasons Italy Should Scare You 2011-11-09T15:25:00Z We pulled out so many comebacks, had so many guys do a phenomenal job for us this year that it’s a little bit disappointing to finish this way… We couldn’t muster up any more.” Rangers end Rays? magical run 2011-10-05T00:48:05Z Finally he mustered up his courage with an effort. The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z She mustered up all her energy, all her presence of mind; it was her turn now to fight for happiness and for honour. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z She invoked her saints, gathered strength from the mental prayer and mustered up the necessary resolution to submit to a necessity that cruelly wounded her modesty. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z I finally mustered up my courage and said "Ich," but told him I did not know it perfectly yet. Music-Study in Germany from the Home Correspondence of Amy Fay 2011-09-07T02:00:17.597Z But I doubt whether I shall ever muster up civility enough to wear them. Penelope Brandling A Tale of the Welsh coast in the Eighteenth Century 2011-08-25T02:00:27.073Z I lay as I was, and had but one thought that the sun must kill me here, but still I could not muster up the courage to go away. The Backwoodsman or, Life on the Indian Frontier 2011-08-17T02:00:27.330Z Yet for all his broad shoulders he could barely muster up a groat. Bevis The Story of a Boy 2011-08-13T02:00:28.377Z Almost too weak to arise from his couch of stones, he mustered up enough strength to stumble over the rails of that ship of plenty. My Attainment of the Pole 2011-08-05T02:00:54.720Z Of course if he had played first, it would have been doubly hard for me to muster up my courage, and you would have thought that Wuerst would have taken that into consideration. Music-Study in Germany from the Home Correspondence of Amy Fay 2011-09-07T02:00:17.597Z "I desire to be set at liberty at once," I replied, with as much firmness as I could muster up. A Cabinet Secret 2011-07-31T02:00:10.693Z She was terribly nervous though, and when we neared the door I feared that she would not muster up courage enough to enter. The Story of Antony Grace 2011-07-27T02:00:35.717Z This is a severe test, but I think you may muster up dramatis person� for all the characters. The Kentuckian in New-York, Volume I (of 2) or, The Adventures of Three Southerns 2011-07-06T02:00:46.297Z After a little hesitation, Joan mustered up courage to say her say, if with something nearly approaching appeal in the way that she addressed this taciturn and self-sufficient man who had replaced her loaferish brother. Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z At last he mustered up sufficient courage to demand, somewhat haughtily, that he and his men should be accorded honourable treatment as prisoners of war. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z So I mustered up courage and went up and spoke to him. Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880) 2011-06-15T02:00:22.810Z Just as Bob reached the edge of the bank, the attackers mustered up courage for a rush, and with wild shouts swept forward. The Radio Boys Rescue the Lost Alaska Expedition 2011-06-06T02:00:10.330Z There are some women so amiable that no matter to what extent their affairs go wrong, they cannot muster up enough energetic regret to cause them to supply a remedy. The Mystery of the Locks 2011-05-29T02:00:08.800Z If he can't muster up enough energy to apologize then I can't muster up enough energy to hold down the shift key! Paul Sullivan's Cubs mailbag 2011-05-25T18:20:03Z "You certainly have more courage than I could muster up," I said. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z He had found himself on a small island, and could not muster up courage to plunge into the cold water again in the darkness. The Invasion 2011-05-20T02:00:29.260Z Or do you think there is mental energy enough in that mess of human protoplasm to muster up nerve enough to put out my light, as Scotty puts it? The Snow-Burner 2011-05-17T02:00:21.527Z I want to tell you the guilty part I have taken in this dreadful affair, but I cannot muster up the courage when there are tears in your eyes. The Mystery of the Locks 2011-05-29T02:00:08.800Z The old man had meanwhile mustered up all his old papers, baptismal and marriage-certificates, and private documents of reference for the Nuremberg Bee-father's case, and said, "Let the gentleman read them!" Hesperus or Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days Vol. I. A Biography 2011-05-11T02:00:19.453Z "It's tough to muster up that rage to play against him," Bryant said. Opinion: Next stop for Kobe's foot: Hornets' throat 2011-04-28T19:05:52Z We can muster up strongly in that respect, too. For the School Colours 2011-04-28T02:00:12.693Z With the suggestion of a compromise Gawaine mustered up enough courage to speak. Seeing Things at Night 2011-04-10T02:00:05.360Z For a moment, she could not move a muscle, then, mustering up her courage, she quavered, “Who—who is that?” Jane Lends A Hand 2011-03-20T02:00:32.553Z The young lady mustered up courage one day to express to Hannah her surprise at the heavy expense incurred at a time when the household was not large, and there was no entertaining of guests. The Haunted Room A Tale 2011-03-10T03:00:46.157Z Repetition sets in fast and after a few inevitable and frustrating deaths, it's hard to muster up the will to start again. PopCap Hits: Volume 2 review 2011-03-08T12:51:16Z It will be hard if we cannot muster up in the whole Country a sufficient Stock of Sense to supply the Busy-Body at least for a Twelvemonth. Benjamin Franklin Representative selections, with introduction, bibliograpy, and notes 2011-03-08T03:00:46.777Z He could not muster up courage to make a second attempt on the same day. Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War 2011-02-24T03:01:02.917Z Bethinking himself of a widow with several children, who he thought might be induced to share her lot with him, he mustered up courage, proposed and was accepted. Life of Heber C. Kimball, an Apostle The Father and Founder of the British Mission 2011-02-21T03:00:08.060Z After the Reuters interview with his brother, Khan mustered up the courage to speak briefly about the drone strike. Drones hurt Pakistan bid to win hearts and minds 2011-02-14T08:04:32Z Even my big charger seemed to know that the king was inspecting him, for he kept time to the march from "Scipio," and we gave the very best salute we could muster up. Over Here Impressions of America by a British officer 2011-01-30T03:00:16.597Z This prospect was far from being a cheerful one; but they mustered up all their latent courage, and conversed good-humoredly with their escort, as they walked briskly along. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z After a long pause, the lady mustered up her resolution; and, boldly confronting the lawyer, she asked: "Do you really mean to stand by your demand?" The Village Notary 2011-01-03T03:00:57.863Z But you know I felt sure of winning any girl if I could only muster up courage enough to pop the question, because of my money and all that. Englefield Grange or Mary Armstrong's Troubles 2011-01-01T03:00:27.980Z It took Ms. Maggi a week to muster up the courage to ask her parents. ?Doubling Up? in Recession-Strained Quarters 2010-12-29T01:36:36Z We cannot be altogether arch sinners because we are unable to muster up a decent hatred, no matter how hard we try, because William seems to us a poor sort of creature. Over Here Impressions of America by a British officer 2011-01-30T03:00:16.597Z After his recent defeat in argument at my hands, Nabin had mustered up courage to propose marriage to the widow. Mashi and Other Stories 2010-12-28T03:00:16.890Z Vandory was the only friend the family had; and it was owing to his gentle persuasion that Vilma became gradually calmer, and that even Mrs. Ershebet mustered up some courage against her husband's return. The Village Notary 2011-01-03T03:00:57.863Z As the old woman evidently expected an enthusiastic assent I gave it with as much force as I could muster up on such short notice. One of My Sons 2010-12-21T22:55:57.893Z I mustered up grit enough to tell him that Latin was hard and that eighty was a pretty good grade and that I hadn’t failed in anything. Betty Lee, Freshman 2010-12-20T17:12:25.800Z After talking a long time with them, he mustered up the courage to propose marriage to one of them. British Goblins Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions 2010-12-20T17:11:57.810Z So for weeks Roger Jones mustered up his friendliest phone voice and dialed businesses from Boston to California with a single question: Would you consider setting up shop in Ottumwa? In small-town Iowa, ahead of Obama visit, spirits are lower but unbroken 2010-04-27T10:04:00Z Denial following diagnosis allows the ego to muster up the power and energy it needs to deal with the situation, he said. When it's helpful to tune out the truth 2010-04-27T04:00:00Z "He's right," thought Hertha; but she could no longer muster up a feeling of complete triumph. The Undying Past The beavers will be frightened and will not approach the set for a few days, but finally one of them musters up courage enough to try to pull the bait out of the pen. Science of Trapping Describes the Fur Bearing Animals, Their Nature, Habits And Distribution, With Practical Methods For Their Capture One night he mustered up courage to speak to her, and ask her what she wanted with him. British Goblins Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions 2010-12-20T17:11:57.810Z Finally I mustered up courage to knock on the door. What You Can Do With Your Will Power For a moment she stood hesitating at the little wicket-gate before she could muster up courage to lift the latch. In Paradise A Novel. Vol. II A young person, who had previously been entreated to sing in vain, now mustered up sufficient courage, and her sweet, sympathetic contralto voice sounded charmingly in the breathless stillness. In Paradise A Novel. Vol. I. Underneath the linden stood he, underneath the shining shield, While the mighty women mustered up their strength; And the spears they send screaming through the air! The Old English Herbals The ghost came near the farrier’s bed, who then mustered up courage to speak to it. British Goblins Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions 2010-12-20T17:11:57.810Z There is nothing more pathetic than to see the Church mustering up courage to condemn what the world has already judged and set aside! Victory out of Ruin But, as he stood motionless, she mustered up courage to tell him, in a disconnected way, what had happened. In Paradise A Novel. Vol. II Before I returned I mustered up courage to make known, in the most awkward manner imaginable, the discovery I had made on learning that the 4th Infantry had been ordered away from Jefferson Barracks. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 16 "What would you have done if I had sailed away for England without ever mustering up courage to speak to you, Marion?" Maori and Settler A Story of The New Zealand War Her anxiety increasing, she mustered up courage to interview Farwell, whom she hated jealously. A Bed of Roses I'll muster up all the tailors in the town, and so tickle their sides. A Select Collection of Old English Plays Volume 14 of 15 And now, when the sun breaks forth again, they muster up their courage and knock at the cloister gate. In Paradise A Novel. Vol. II M. Osborne, Auburn, N. Y. Dear Sir: Ever since Tuesday I have been trying to muster up sufficient courage to write you. Within Prison Walls being a narrative during a week of voluntary confinement in the state prison at Auburn, New York Then, for the first time, he mustered up courage enough to look around him. No Moss The Career of a Rolling Stone In this plight I mustered up the courage to present myself at the house, after having secured permission from the guards. The Bright Side of Prison Life Experience, In Prison and Out, of an Involuntary Soujouner in Rebellion At last he mustered up a sufficient amount of courage to state his name and address. The Heart of a Woman Yet, it was inconvenient that Aletta had mustered up the courage to act as she had done. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion One evening he mustered up courage to mingle with his fellows, with the point of his pipe peeping forth from his breast-pocket. Black Forest Village Stories Barbara, however, had seen more than the other girls, and, mustering up all her courage, ran to the door. The Automobile Girls at Chicago or, Winning Out Against Heavy Odds At last I did muster up courage, and, under pretence of wishing to address a letter to myself, I applied at the Ministry of War for the address of Lieutenant Tiernay, of the 9th Hussars. Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune He mustered up, so to say, the little authority he had yet remaining, to write hastily, in pencil, the last order he was to sign: the order to stop firing. Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty He remained for some time in doubt whether he should accept the invitation, but at last he mustered up courage and walked in. Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace He ducked into his own office and sweated quietly in the dark until he had mustered up enough courage to turn on a lamp. The Ego Machine The Duke roared with laughter, first looking at Albert and then at the chancellor, who turned pale, and was so disconcerted, that he could scarcely muster up courage to join in his master's hilarity. The Banished A Swabian Historical Tale. In Three Volumes. Then he mustered up courage to make his request. Grenfell: Knight-Errant of the North At this juncture a poor frightened soldier mustered up courage enough to ask the captain or master of the sloop, if there was any danger. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment In vain he roared and cursed; the kopanitschar's iron fist and wooden fork held him down till the rest mustered up sufficient courage to hasten up and secure him. Pretty Michal He finally mustered up his courage and entered and M. Charles greeted him warmly. The "Genius" I couldn't have mustered up a heat ray strong enough to warm the end of my nose. The Double Spy Shorty had mustered up courage enough to look Maria squarely in the eyes, he might have read something there to encourage him, but no deeply-smitten man ever can do this. Si Klegg, Book 5 (of 6) The Deacon's Adventures At Chattanooga In Caring For The Boys "If she ever insists on me puttin' my feet in hot-water and mustard," he confessed to me once, "God knows how I shall muster up the courage to refuse." My Brave and Gallant Gentleman A Romance of British Columbia I was trying to muster up enough courage to speak to you about it this afternoon, but I felt too hanged bad even to get started.” Jack Winters' Baseball Team Or, The Rivals of the Diamond I’d like the worst kind to get hold of him before the rest of the bunch muster up courage enough to come back.” The Boy Scouts in the Maine Woods The New Test for the Silver Fox Patrol Therefore, after taking a third view of the phantom, I mustered up all my resolution, jumped out of bed, and boldly went up to the figure, grasped it round and round, and found it incorporeal. Apparitions; or, The Mystery of Ghosts, Hobgoblins, and Haunted Houses Developed Presently, however, Ben, Gilbert, and several others mustered up courage enough to go back and haul down the coverings put up. The Campaign of the Jungle or, Under Lawton through Luzon And Tom hoped it would be some time before others could muster up sufficient courage to go aloft, to pit their machines with those of the members of the Lafayette Escadrille. Air Service Boys Over The Enemy's Lines The German Spy's Secret To bring the more in, I only muster up the heads; should I annex the sequel I should trebly multiply the volume. German Problems and Personalities After a moment's hesitation she mustered up her resolution, and began to read. The Lily and the Cross A Tale of Acadia I think now if I can ever muster up enough courage to drink a glass of buttermilk, I shall have bereft myself of my last inquisitiveness. "And they thought we wouldn't fight" There was gluey mud on the well-made track often three inches deep, and though our driver flogged industriously, the tired mules were seldom able to muster up anything better than a lumbering canter. The Recipe for Diamonds As for her hair, eight-ninths of the store, being the feminine portion, envied its beautiful wave, and two-ninths mustered up courage to ask Maude how she managed to keep it so splendidly. The Mermaid of Druid Lake and Other Stories But the knowledge persisted that something was very wrong with her world—something that might be remedied, set right, if only she could muster up strength to move and ... think. The Bandbox You cannot muster up energy even to kill King Claudius. God and Mr. Wells A Critical Examination of 'God the Invisible King' And after parting from Cousin Marshall, I mustered up resolution enough to call on yet another cousin. My Schools and Schoolmasters or The Story of my Education. But he never could muster up courage enough to put the question. Skipper Worse O thou hast set my busy brain at work, And now she musters up a train of images, Which, to preserve my peace, I had cast aside, And sunk in deep oblivion—Oh, that form! Jane Shore A Tragedy Reaching the field, I found all the men mustered up. How I Filmed the War A Record of the Extraordinary Experiences of the Man Who Filmed the Great Somme Battles, etc. Again I mustered up resolution and went into the billiard room, but I played very indifferently, and was thinking all the time of my mother-in-law and her opinion of me. That Mother-in-Law of Mine And so, more than a week elapsed ere I could muster up courage enough to visit him. My Schools and Schoolmasters or The Story of my Education. At these words a somewhat rigid expression stole over the Consul's face; but Worse mustered up his courage, and fired off his big gun. Skipper Worse This dowry or bigaycaya was and is given before the marriage with all the solemnity that they can muster up, amid a great concourse of maguinoos, relatives, and friends of the lovers. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 - Volume 40 of 55 1690-1691 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century She mustered up courage to go to the meeting of Presbytery and present the request. Our Moslem Sisters A Cry of Need from Lands of Darkness Interpreted by Those Who Heard It Acting upon this idea, she left the garden, instilling into her parchment features all the surprise and grief that she could muster up at so short a notice. Gómez Arias Or, The Moors of the Alpujarras, A Spanish Historical Romance. At length I mustered up courage to try him out. A Mountain Boyhood He hesitated to approach near enough to be sure; but at last he mustered up courage to stroll past. The Destroyer A Tale of International Intrigue I mustered up my voice, which seemed a little as if it was getting beyond my control, and called to her,— "Will you let me have my supper here on this table?" The Grey Woman and other Tales Harris is—or was—well-to-do, and Travers accordingly mustered up an attachment for his daughter. The Homesteaders A Novel of the Canadian West Thus our old friend Caxton went to work with greater glee, and mustered up all his energies to bring a good stock of British manufacture to the market. Bibliomania; or Book-Madness A Bibliographical Romance Finally he emerged from the bar and mustered up sufficient courage to threaten: “Mrs. Burke, if you don’t quit, I’ll send for the police,” he blustered. Hepsey Burke I’d be a hell of a kid if I couldn’t muster up a ‘sir’ for you.” Rose O'Paradise The silence and air of expectation which pervaded the room was so tense that everybody jumped when George mustered up courage at last to stammer, "Er-er-what'll you have?" Continuous Vaudeville Who e'er so mad but might have guessed, That all this Highland hornet's nest Would muster up in swarms so soon 705 As e'er they heard of bands at Doune? Lady of the Lake But what I wonder most at is that you could muster up the pluck for such a risky business. Harper's Young People, November 18, 1879 An Illustrated Weekly Then I mustered up my courage, and said that which I had known from the first would be difficult. The Master Mummer While I looked on, the second infant mustered up courage to start on the journey of life. A Bird-Lover in the West Although she had, as it were, been courting death, Myra was so terrified that she could not proceed for several minutes, and she had to muster up all her courage to negotiate the perilous path. Bandit Love The Elder at this point fairly stamped with rage; but before he could muster up speech the street-door opened and the child Lizzie slipped into the kitchen. Merry-Garden and Other Stories “But I ain’t ever been able to muster up my 152 respect for that critter’s principles since he left that medicine for ’Liza marked ‘Keep in a Dark Place.’ The Wall Between Lieutenant Wilibald, her grandfather’s adjutant, was obliged to take her in tow, mustering up all his courage. Major Frank We’ll keep quiet and see how many votes we can muster up at the election. The Brown Mouse Nor were the false brethren able to muster up sufficient courage to come out into the open and publish their errors while the voice of the lion was heard. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church But at last Jack mustered up courage and looked up. The Ocean Wireless Boys And The Naval Code I do not think our Catholics in the United States could muster up sufficient courage to endure all this. Donahoe's Magazine, Volume 15, No. 2, February 1886 Finally she mustered up sufficient courage to get out of bed and creep to the window. The Huntress Lucien actually mustered up a run, while his cheeks flushed and his eyes glistened with anticipation. Adventures of a Young Naturalist Keeping the curtains carefully closed with his hand, so that nothing more of him could be seen than his face and nightcap, and putting on his spectacles, he mustered up courage, and looked out. Bardell v. Pickwick Victor had whispered an explanation to his brother, and both looked at the boy, who had mustered up enough courage to step inside the tepee and then paused, as if afraid to come forward. Deerfoot in The Mountains All the time Brown is trying to muster up enough courage to tackle the hockey question. A Dominie in Doubt "Let me reckon," said the host, beginning to muster up his arithmetic. Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 Was there ever such a Hodge-Podge of Reveries, mustered up by a living Author, to say nothing of a dead one, that should have a little more Sense? A Dialogue Between Dean Swift and Tho. Prior, Esq. In the Isles of St. Patrick's Church, Dublin, On that Memorable Day, October 9th, 1753 “Perhaps, between us, we may muster up goodness enough to drive the foul fiend before us.” Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 56, Number 348 Here Antero, who only cared for the stories, mustered up enough courage to ask Pappa Mikko to go on, which the old man did at once. Finnish Legends for English Children What I am chiefly afraid of is that they will muster up there in force, and attempt to overwhelm us with a rush. Turned Adrift But I also feel one must not be nervous or alarmed at these moments, but be of good cheer, and muster up courage to meet all the difficulties. The Letters of Queen Victoria : A Selection from her Majesty's correspondence between the years 1837 and 1861 Volume 2, 1844-1853 We reached here not long before two, and went to work to try and muster up some dinner. Letters from Port Royal Written at the Time of the Civil War (1862-1868) Everybody was determined to have a peep, and even Tattie mustered up sufficient courage to screw through the narrow portal, though she squealed in the process, and clung tightly to Magsie's hand. A harum-scarum schoolgirl I am not sure I should ever have mustered up courage enough to have spoken on this subject again, had it not been for yesterday. A Girl of the Commune I couldn't have mustered up half enough spite to make a passable woman.' The Beautiful Wretch; The Pupil of Aurelius; and The Four Macnicols She twisted the handle of the door trying to muster up courage to confess, but Mrs. Morton was in a hurry to finish her letters. Chicken Little Jane But we have a Hercules against these giants, these monsters; that is, the physician; he musters up all the forces of the other world to succour this, all nature to relieve man. Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together with Death's Duel I often tried to muster up courage to light a flare, creep to the edge of the donga, and try a shot. Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer Von Barwig soon threw this off, and waited for events with as much calmness and patience as he could muster up. The Music Master Novelized from the Play “I don’t know of whom you speak, old dame,” answered Miles, mustering up his courage. Won from the Waves Then two of Bolingbroke's friends, Mr. Hungerford and General Ross, mustered up courage to speak a few words for their lost leader. A History of the Four Georges, Volume I It angered him to think that in spite of all the money he had spent he could muster up only thirty-two votes. The Rover Boys Under Canvas or The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine He thought of stopping some of those serious-looking men and asking them if they knew her, but he could not muster up the courage. A Michigan Man 1891 He mustered up courage to go and see him. The Music Master Novelized from the Play The young lord, however, managed to muster up resolution to commence the task. The Rival Crusoes He mustered up his courage to prescribe two grains of quinine. Cinderella in the South Twenty-Five South African Tales I have been trying to muster up my fortitude, and laboring for patience to bear my many trials. Mary Wollstonecraft He vowed he would get square, but during Nat's stay at the farm he could not muster up courage to do so. From Farm to Fortune or Nat Nason's Strange Experience But the time had come for me at least to play the man: so I mustered up courage, and informed the captain that I desired the topsail filled away. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1 If I kin only muster up enough courage to ask some o' the folks to help me out p'raps we kin pull through; but the best o' friends pull back wen money is spoken of. Darry the Life Saver The Heroes of the Coast We were not deemed worthy even to touch them, much less could we muster up courage to ask for any to play with. My Reminiscences Low-spirited as she was, she mustered up sufficient courage to discuss the husband-hunts of the young ladies and even to notice the dogs. Mary Wollstonecraft As we clambered down the ship's ladder to the beach and set out resolutely toward the hills, I made myself try to hope, and for a time did muster up a little cheer. The Winged Men of Orcon A Complete Novelette Thursday, 17th.—Great noise of jackdaws under my vaulted roof at break of day, they having mustered up courage to return to their nests there during the night. Byeways in Palestine His sister was afraid, but he told her to muster up courage. Folk-Lore and Legends: North American Indian At last the Major mustered up courage to ask the stranger what he wanted. The Narrative of a Blockade-Runner I mustered up my spirits at last, and addressed myself to a young man who seemed less pretending than the rest, and who had oftener been left to himself. Peter Schlemihl She made up her mind that at the first possible opportunity she would muster up courage, and claim her right as a wife to know her husband's whole heart. Agatha's Husband A Novel Bob's long tramp had taken a good deal of spirit out of him, and somehow he could not muster up energy enough to tell any more falsehoods concerning himself. George at the Fort Life Among the Soldiers I'm ashamed of what I wrote my niece, and when I can muster up enough courage I'm going right over to her house, and explain. Fred Fenton on the Crew or, The Young Oarsmen of Riverport School He died; and Edward, who beheld her whom he loved thrown unprotected and penniless on the world, mustered up the courage of desperation to state to his father the wishes of his heart. The King's Own I mustered up courage sufficient to look up to where the sound proceeded from; but the darkness was so intense, and the snow blinded me so completely, that I could see nothing. Jacob Faithful Not exactly, for I never could muster up the courage, or the cowardice, wantonly to take away life. Agatha's Husband A Novel At last he mustered up courage to say, 'I have seen your library, dining-room, and drawing-room; but you have so much taste in internal arrangements, I should like to see the rest of the house.' Gryll Grange I was very anxious to get Dicky Sharpe; so, mustering up all my courage, I boldly asked Captain Poynder if he might be of the party. Salt Water The Sea Life and Adventures of Neil D'Arcy the Midshipman "I want to go down an' see the celebration," said Sammy, mustering up his courage to give utterance to so daring a proposition. Randy of the River The Adventures of a Young Deckhand At length the slaver’s crew, mustering up courage, more sail was made on her, and she came edging down boldly towards the “brig-of-war.” The Three Lieutenants Arrived at the prison door, I mustered up all my courage. The Golden Grasshopper A story of the days of Sir Thomas Gresham So, come along, and let’s see if we can’t muster up plenty of British pluck, say a bit of a prayer like men, and with God’s help we’ll find him before we’ve done.” Rob Harlow's Adventures A Story of the Grand Chaco Old hunters always caution one about approaching a dying lion, for often the beast musters up unexpected vitality, makes a final charge, kills somebody, and then dies happy. In Africa Hunting Adventures in the Big Game Country There were at times some very serious drawbacks, and the boys had to muster up all their courage and face some annoyances that were exasperating in the extreme. Three Boys in the Wild North Land “I regret to inform you that some of them have met the fate they deserve, of traitors and rebels, and have been shot,” answered the general, mustering up his courage to make this announcement. The Three Lieutenants No one came, so after a due interval, and amid the smiles of the onlookers, I mustered up resolution to ring again, rather louder. Tom, Dick and Harry A man acknowledges punctuality to be right and desirable, but cannot muster up sufficient energy and resolution. Advice to a Young Man upon First Going to Oxford In Ten Letters, From an Uncle to His Nephew But with such hope as they could muster up the party in four automobiles started out from the Tip-Top. The Motor Girls Through New England or, Held by the Gypsies Mendel gazed wistfully for some minutes and finally mustered up courage to enter and ask: "Can I be of any service to you, sir?" Rabbi and Priest A Story Now, Bullen, muster up your knowledge of the language, and address them. Through Three Campaigns A Story of Chitral, Tirah and Ashanti When brought to bay at Philippi, Brutus and Cassius mustered up enough courage to commit suicide, which is confession of guilt. Shakspere, Personal Recollections Charmed by her delicious sufferings, she became Richardson's friend for life, though it was long before she could muster up courage to meet him face to face. Hours in a Library, Volume I. (of III.) He laughed again, and even the girl could muster up a smile now that the danger had blown over. The Black Wolf's Breed A Story of France in the Old World and the New, happening in the Reign of Louis XIV Miss Maise had been trying to muster up courage to ask him that very thing, for she did not want him to think too harshly of her. Pearl and Periwinkle At this proposal I shuddered, and mustering up what little courage I had still remaining I cried out aloud, 'Have mercy on me!' Candide Ogareff now feels that he is lost, but mustering up all his courage he springs forward. Standard Selections A Collection and Adaptation of Superior Productions From Best Authors For Use in Class Room and on the Platform Elena could bear the pain no longer, and mustering up her courage she tapped at the door. The Eternal City Instead it was only that splendid Mat Bailey, flicking the dust from his boots with his handkerchief, and mustering up courage to knock at the door! Forty-one Thieves A Tale of California They mustered up something of the holiday spirit, dining gayly off a roast of caribou. North of Fifty-Three They entered and the boy mustered up courage to say he had waited for him two hours at the head of the street. Irish Plays and Playwrights After a second call, Dimple mustered up courage to answer, "Up here, mamma." A Sweet Little Maid I finally mustered up courage and answered him. Danger Signals Remarkable, Exciting and Unique Examples of the Bravery, Daring and Stoicism in the Midst of Danger of Train Dispatchers and Railroad Engineers Meanwhile the British troops were mustering up the river at Chippawa, and the red lines of their veterans were descried advancing from Fort George below. The Fight for a Free Sea: A Chronicle of the War of 1812 The Chronicles of America Series, Volume 17 "Good-morning, major," I said, mustering up a semblance of heartiness that was far from being the genuine article—I didn't like the man and it galled me to ask anything of him. Raw Gold A Novel Nevertheless, it is impossible to stay forever; so at last you muster up your resignation and your resources, buy tickets, and reluctantly prepare to leave. American Adventures A Second Trip 'Abroad at home' Billy and his regiment, which had been mustered up to strength, passed over the top within four hundred yards of me to the right. S.O.S. Stand to! So mustering up her courage, she seated herself on one of the broad stone steps at the side door, and despatched her escort to the front for Mr. Rollo. Wych Hazel It was well beyond the Woodlawn dinner-hour before he could muster up the courage to cross the lawns to Deer Trace. The Quickening We entered a large department store, and I mustered up enough courage to address the young woman who stood behind the counter that displayed the largest assortment of women's garments. Jacqueline of Golden River He mustered up all his courage, and unlocking the house, determined to catch and tie him, then decide on a mode of death that would be effectual. Aunt Phillis's Cabin Or, Southern Life As It Is So I stood on the shore and looked at the Arabella until I mustered up courage to go aboard. Aunt Jane's Nieces in the Red Cross And he could muster up nothing but an irritating sense of hollow wordiness in many of his former dictums and utterances, a vast futility of effort. Burned Bridges But he mustered up a smile as he entered the room and held out the recovered fan. The Moon out of Reach I was horribly frightened, and turned as cold as stone, and for some minutes could not muster up courage enough to speak to him. Records of a Girlhood He rode up, and mustering up the little Persian he possessed, apologized for his unintentional intrusion, mingling a good deal of English, as he said, with his rather incoherent explanation. Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. Of Trinity College, Cambridge Extracted From His Letters And Diaries, With Reminiscences Of His Conversation By His Friend Christopher Carr Of The Same College Finally she mustered up courage to say firmly:— "It must only be if I pay for my own dinner." The Splendid Folly Sometimes he wished that he could muster up a genuine enthusiasm for this business of war. Burned Bridges She could not muster up sufficient resolution to break the seal: her fears were not prophetic, for the contents gave her comfort. Mary A Fiction Quilt's manner, indeed, was that of a man endeavouring to muster up sufficient resolution for the commission of some desperate crime. Jack Sheppard A Romance Then they mustered up courage and cautiously entered the room. The Master Mystery With all the vehemence she could muster up Dorothy spoke these words, and she saw that they had some effect upon Mrs. Hobbs. Dorothy Dale's Camping Days He tried to muster up a resentful feeling against Sophie Carr for the emotional havoc she had wrought, and the best he could do was a despairing pang of loneliness. Burned Bridges But now she roused; unveiled the dear wonder of her eyes of brown; even mustered up the ghost of a smile. The Day of Days An Extravaganza Mary finished first, all but a hook or two which she could not reach, and which she could not muster up courage to ask Ethelinda to do for her. The Little Colonel's Chum: Mary Ware He wanted to be major of the battalion, but doubted if he could muster up sufficient friends to elect him. The Rover Boys in Camp or, The Rivals of Pine Island Even then, if Prothero had mustered up an ounce of tact ... Waste A Tragedy, In Four Acts Pisander went as bidden, tugging a large basket, and trying to muster up courage to continue his walk to the Fabrician Bridge, and plunge into the Tiber. A Friend of Caesar A Tale of the Fall of the Roman Republic. Time, 50-47 B.C. Slouching off, obviously reluctant to interrupt the diversions of Mr. November, the man at length mustered up courage to touch that gentleman's elbow. The Day of Days An Extravaganza In the moment of silence I mustered up my courage and spoke out. In the Days of Poor Richard Salvé, notwithstanding this interview, was far from being at ease next day, and he felt the courage he had mustered up, to go straight to Elizabeth with the dress and ring, altogether gone. The Pilot and his Wife But Macleod, perhaps having mustered up further courage, stopped in his walk, and returned. Macleod of Dare Only the new governess hung back, but finally mustered up enough courage to say that if such a thing was possible she would like to have a bath. Judith of the Plains He was mustering up his courage to ask for something—a curious state of mind for Billy Grant, who had always taken what he wanted without asking. Love Stories "I have done so, too, once and for ever," exclaimed Manners, mustering up courage enough to break into the subject at a stroke. Heiress of Haddon A few girls mustered up sufficient courage to look behind them. The Meadow-Brook Girls Under Canvas I mustered up courage enough to speak to my employer. The Transgressors Story of a Great Sin Gieshübler smiled with a very unusual degree of satisfaction and mustered up the courage to lay aside his silk hat, which up to this time he had been turning in his hand. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12 As we could not see the other end, we looked upon them as traps for the unwary, but we mustered up our courage and decided to explore one of them before leaving the town. From John O'Groats to Land's End Do you know, you little monkey, that you're the only soul in all God's world that could ever muster up a tear for me? Cleek: the Man of the Forty Faces By-and-by, however, she mustered up courage, and called one or two of them to her, and gave them flowers from her little garden. Marie It is at their suggestion that the cowed wretches have mustered up courage enough to cross the bridge and enter upon the interdicted boulevard. The Transgressors Story of a Great Sin The adversaries of ruling elders muster up divers exceptions against the alleging of Rom. xii. The Divine Right of Church Government by Sundry Ministers Of Christ Within The City Of London If we pass through the planitary worlds, we shall be able to muster up two conjurers, who endeavoured to shine with the stars. An History of Birmingham (1783) "Who are you?" he cried, in the very best Parisian he could muster up on the spur of the moment. The Great Taboo And Prosper, after a further period of hesitation, finally mustered up courage to disburden himself of what he wished to say. The Downfall Then she mustered up courage to ask for a glass of sherry. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 12, No. 29, August, 1873 That endurance is as much as many of us can often muster up strength to exercise. Expositions of Holy Scripture: Romans Corinthians (To II Corinthians, Chap. V) She was naturally a trifle nervous about trying them at first, but finally mustered up her courage. Fables For The Times All the philosophy he had been mustering up fell away from that last sentence. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 11, No. 27, June, 1873 Of course, I'd simply grade them on behavior, and if I could muster up courage, I might ask them to grade mine. Reveries of a Schoolmaster I mustered up courage enough, one day, to ask my confessor what was meant by the phrase: "To be guilty of simony in the collation of benefices." Recollections of My Youth She had to muster up all her strength to make her ideas cohesive and sensible. Tokyo to Tijuana: Gabriele Departing America Before I could get away from the station the man had mustered up strength sufficient to follow me, and his apologies were so nauseous and craven, that I pitied him from my soul. Yesterdays with Authors For Mollie had not yet mustered up the courage to make her confession. The Automobile Girls at Washington Checkmating the Plots of Foreign Spies "Not one of them has escaped unhurt, but most of us will muster up strength enough to meet the enemy again to-morrow, when our great general calls." The Shades of the Wilderness A Story of Lee's Great Stand The Deacon's hired hand was all his time a looker-on, but he finally mustered up courage, and with great difficulty succeeded in pulling the enraged Deacon off the poor man. The Deacon of Dobbinsville A Story Based on Actual Happenings I waited until I had reason to believe that the rush of business was over, then I went out, pulled out my paper, mustered up sufficient courage, and stepped up to the girl. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 06 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes On this she mustered up resolution to prefer the requests she had been counselled to make; and Sir Francis, who was in no mood to refuse her anything, at once acceded to them. The Star-Chamber, Volume 2 An Historical Romance It was not until Barbara Thurston discovered that the Oriental gentleman had himself withdrawn from the reception room that she mustered up a sufficient courage to try her venture the second time. The Automobile Girls at Washington Checkmating the Plots of Foreign Spies So I mustered up my courage, that was sinkin' down to my boots, and told Hetty my plans, and asked her to go along. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 01, No. 05, March, 1858 They believe he is only able to bear them up, and carry them through, and make them despise all those discouragements which the devil and their own evil hearts muster up against them. Christ: The Way, the Truth, and the Life Now this is a thing that would not have suited H. or myself at all, and therefore we never mustered up courage to attempt it. Our Farm of Four Acres and the Money we Made by it The door was thrown open, and mustering up all her resolution, she passed through it. The Star-Chamber, Volume 2 An Historical Romance At length, however, she mustered up courage to address him, and said: "There is a good story in this magazine—perhaps you would like to read it." McClure's Magazine December, 1895 Had we been able to muster up thirty thousand cowries at Rabba, we might have purchased one which would have carried us all very comfortably. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 19, No. 535, February 25, 1832 So doth he muster up all his temptations for this end, at length to keep poor souls from acquaintance with this way, and from making use of it, or entering into it. Christ: The Way, the Truth, and the Life March 27th.—Went to S. Mary's and stayed for Holy Communion, and, as Ffoulkes was alone, I mustered up courage to help him. The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll (Rev. C. L. Dodgson) Right now I couldn't muster up the least shred of passion of any sort. Big Timber A Story of the Northwest But by five o'clock, which was Mr. Wickfield's dinner hour, I had mustered up my spirits again, and was ready for my knife and fork. Ten Girls from Dickens But mustering up his resolution, and breathing at a phial of vinegar, he advanced towards the principal door, which stood wide open, and called to one of the assistants. Old Saint Paul's A Tale of the Plague and the Fire It was something he had long contemplated in the abstract, but had never been able to muster up sufficient courage to attempt in the concrete. The Wife of his Youth and Other Stories of the Color Line, and Selected Essays Underneath the linden stand I, underneath the shining shield, For the might maidens have mustered up their strength, And have sent their spear screaming through the air! Popular Science Monthly Oct, Nov, Dec, 1915 — Volume 86 Finally Trot mustered up courage to ask: "What is a Mountain Ear, please?" The Scarecrow of Oz The friend, therefore, had nothing for it, but to muster up the pleasantest smile he could, and to make a conciliatory bow, as Mr Haredale turned his eyes upon him. Barnaby Rudge: a tale of the Riots of 'eighty By five o'clock, which was Mr. Wickfield's dinner-hour, I had mustered up my spirits again, and was ready for my knife and fork. David Copperfield At last I mustered up sufficient courage to read in a city theater, where, despite the conspiracy of a rainy night and a circus, I got encouragement enough to lead me to extend my efforts. Complete Works of James Whitcomb Riley — Volume 1 She mustered up her little remaining strength, rushed by the Monk ere He perceived her design, and bent her course rapidly towards the voices. The Monk; a romance Keeping the curtains carefully closed with his hand, so that nothing more of him could be seen than his face and nightcap, and putting on his spectacles, he mustered up courage and looked out. The Pickwick Papers It has never mustered up sufficient sense and sand to set up for itself. Brann the Iconoclast — Volume 10 We were once watched anxiously by a nervous female head waiter who at last mustered up courage enough to inform me that guests were not allowed to eat without coats. The Mountains Yet he was neither very much worse nor much better than most of the half-dozen miserable victims I could muster up on deck. The Shadow Line; a confession We muster up with weary hearts At breaking of the day, And turn our heads to foreign parts, To take the stock away. Rio Grande's Last Race & Other Verses All this was, of course, very soothing to the feelings of Mr. Winkle, who remained silent for a few minutes; but at length mustered up resolution to inquire whether Miss Allen was in Kent. The Pickwick Papers They very soon mustered up some old spelling-books, and nothing would do but that I must keep a Sabbath school. Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass Mr. Wilson soon mustered up a dozen old spelling books, and a few testaments; and we commenced operations, with some twenty scholars, in our Sunday school. My Bondage and My Freedom "The old fool has mustered up some courage," thought Ben. Brave and Bold The Fortunes of Robert Rushton Yet, could he have mustered up heart, he might have surprised in her eyes a light to lift him out from this slough of humiliation, to obliterate chagrin in a flood of wonder and—misgivings. The False Faces Further Adventures from the History of the Lone Wolf And so, but only half-heartedly, I mustered up resolution to make a trial of my poor project for getting away. In the Sargasso Sea A Novel I am about mustering up in my memory, all that I have ever done, that has been thought praise-worthy, or but barely tolerable. Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 3 At all events, Pepsy could muster up courage to go and face him, and that she was now resolved to do. Pee-Wee Harris Mr. Calendar drew his own inferences from the response and mustered up a show of cheerfulness. The Black Bag But how could I muster up courage to allude to the three words: my sister Tertia, so I answered that my maternal aunt had given them to me on the recent occasion of my birthday. Hung Lou Meng, Book II Or, the Dream of the Red Chamber, a Chinese Novel in Two Books I am going to stand godfather; I don't like the business; I cannot muster up decorum for these occasions; I shall certainly disgrace the font. The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 5 The Letters of Charles and Mary Lamb, 1796-1820 Finally Morris seemed to muster up courage enough to begin, and he said one word— "Katherine." In a Steamer Chair and Other Stories Prone on the lowly grave of the dear man She drops; whilst busy meddling memory, In barbarous succession, musters up The past endearments of their softer hours, Tenacious of its theme. The Poetical Works of Beattie, Blair, and Falconer With Lives, Critical Dissertations, and Explanatory Notes At length, however, she mustered up courage to address him, and said: "There is a good story in this magazine: perhaps you would like to read it?" Revenge! Where they expected resistance, they endeavoured to muster up a proportional force; and when they proposed to settle, entire nations removed to share in the spoil. An Essay on the History of Civil Society, Eighth Edition I will muster up all the conceits I can, and you shall have a packet some day. The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 5 The Letters of Charles and Mary Lamb, 1796-1820 When he does tell me, and I'll see if I don't muster up every atom of my strength to have a sight of him. The Life of John Clare All the force that remained was mustered up and exerted in a throw. Edgar Huntly or, Memoirs of a Sleep-Walker Fearing he might speak again of her books, she mustered up courage and said— "They told me at the station that the donkey-cart would bring up my box." Esther Waters "Now, then, Rafe or Jeff," spoke the gambler, mustering up what remained of his courage, "since you two have taken charge of affairs, won't you be good enough to inform us what your pleasure is?" The Young Engineers in Arizona Laying Tracks on the Man-killer Quicksand How was it that I, who am gifted with but little tenacity of purpose, mustered up perseverance enough to read difficult books for which I was without preparation? Youth and Egolatry He did believe that the prophet spoke the word of Jehovah, and yet he could not muster up courage to follow his convictions and go against the princes and the mob. Expositions of Holy Scripture Isaiah and Jeremiah I mustered up my courage to confront and interrogate this being. Edgar Huntly or, Memoirs of a Sleep-Walker His back was at the wall, and he mustered up courage to say 'No!' Expositions of Holy Scripture Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Ruth, and First Book of Samuel, Second Samuel, First Kings, and Second Kings chapters I to VII He mustered up courage to ask a gentleman who passed where the nearest station was, and then started in search of it. The Minister's Charge How could such a timid set of people have mustered up courage for such a bold act? Expositions of Holy Scripture : St. Matthew Chaps. IX to XXVIII I said, rather wickedly, as I saw that Paula was having trouble to muster up her courage. Paula the Waldensian The first improvement I should like to call your attention to," she began, in the most business-like tones she could muster up, "is the self-starter. The Girl Aviators' Sky Cruise But this was not so easy, for he didn't know how he should ever muster up courage enough to look down. The Wonderful Adventures of Nils I don' no' for my part how she ever mustered up courage to do what she's done, so kind o' backward 'n' shy's she is for all her strength. Saxe Holm's Stories Babbage wrote to the authorities pointing out the unfairness of their action, and, mustering up a small party, returned to continue his work with six months' provisions. The Explorers of Australia and their Life-work He felt somewhat sorry that he had come, but when he thought of the Ongloc he mustered up courage and went on until he found an open space between two high trees. Philippine Folklore Stories Ile muster up the Burgers And make them stand upon their guard. A Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 2 Villains, fly up to heaven, Bid Iris muster up a troop of clouds, And shower down cataracts of rain to cool me; Or else I'll break her speckled bow in pieces. A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 9 She mustered up courage enough to ask: "How--?" Red Masquerade Stopping a minute to muster up her courage, she waited at the open door. The Black Creek Stopping-House It will be the first time the Germans have mustered up courage enough to come out and give battle. The Boy Allies at Jutland But Miss Seymour had not forgotten; and one day she mustered up courage to tell Carleton the story of 'the more fool you!' The Father of British Canada: a Chronicle of Carleton They could not muster up energy enough to walk down the beach and back, and yet they were wearied to death of the inaction. The Mystery He had never mustered up sufficient courage to sponge himself with cold water after soaking in a hot bath, and he occasionally suffered for it. The White Feather I tried to muster up the nerve, but we got to Southampton without my having clicked. Three Men and a Maid |
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