| 单词 | obeisance |
| 例句 | In fact, it was often hard to see what the function of management was, other than to exact obeisance. Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z I still may bring to memory the smell of the varnish, my face smothered against the desk, my hands stretched before me in a gesture of offering and obeisance. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z With a grin and a mock obeisance, Heqet began to arrange logs in the firing box, and Ranofer used his moment of leisure to watch the work going on around him. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z That Big God howled like a hot wind, and demanded obeisance. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z At the sight of it most of those aboard would have begun their obeisances to the gods who had secured their safe passage. Circumference 2008-11-25T00:00:00Z Ben had never seen Sammy dress with such an obeisance to the totems of fashion. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z And then, as if the situation was not horrifying enough, Gwenforte trotted up and sat down beside Jeanne, as if she, too, were refusing to pay obeisance to King Louis IX of France. The Inquisitor's Tale 2016-09-27T00:00:00Z “Raise him,” said the old lady gravely to the gateman, “these obeisances are not necessary. Has he come for the woman?” The Good Earth 1931-03-02T00:00:00Z They took their hats off and made obeisance and many signs, which, however, I could not understand any more than I could their spoken language.... Dracula 1897-05-26T00:00:00Z Its good humor notwithstanding, Mr. Waters’s play pays serious obeisance to the ways in which, as Bill Rodgers puts it, you “conjure” a party into being. Weaving Politics and Passion in ‘Love in Idleness’ and ‘Limehouse’ 2017-03-24T04:00:00Z Then he paid tribute to his artistic heroes, including Jay-Z, Nas and Puff Daddy, and added, as the ultimate obeisance: “Jay for president.” Bruno Mars Sweeps Top Categories at the Grammys 2018-01-28T05:00:00Z At the end of the song, Keith Richards pays obeisance to Guy and gives him his guitar—a guitar that now hangs on the wall at Legends, Guy’s club in Chicago. A Buddy Guy Soundtrack 2019-03-04T05:00:00Z News and World Report, toward which colleges display “a paradox of pervasive contempt,” as Mr. Bruni writes, “and yet widespread obeisance.” Review: In ‘Where You Go Is Not Who You’ll Be,’ Frank Bruni Examines College Admissions Mania 2015-03-22T04:00:00Z Ms. Winfrey’s role isn’t calculable even through the obeisance paid by world leaders or the heartfelt tributes from the ordinary people whom she has inspired over the past 25 years. The TV Watch: Showbiz Diva Gives Thanks and Signs Off 2011-05-25T22:00:20Z But he brings an anthropological accuracy to his depiction of the hierarchies, language and rites of obeisance and humiliation in one small, intensely stratified world. Review: ‘Gloria,’ at the Vineyard Theater, Looks at a Toxic Workplace 2015-06-17T04:00:00Z That leaves another 400 million doing better than ever before, in an economy growing at dizzying rates, with India now receiving the obeisance of the west. India's bold, brilliant daughter 2011-01-29T00:06:38Z Offred’s mouth contradicts her true thoughts as a means of survival, as she offers devout praises to a God she doesn’t believe in or confirms her obeisance. “The Handmaid’s Tale”: A dystopian tale of female subjugation that hits close to home 2017-04-25T04:00:00Z And Mr. Hopkins’s Lear is at first every inch the tyrant; a blunt, gruff, arrogant man used to obedience and obeisance, incapable of reflection or empathy. Anthony Hopkins Returns to ‘King Lear,’ Finally Up to the Challenge 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z The king’s brutal implacability, we sense, can only come from years of corrupting obeisance to his whims. | 'The Winter's Tale': The Cool Ferocity of a King Inflamed by Jealousy 2011-07-24T22:32:50Z He paid obeisance to Langtry, denied being offered £200 to ride Jumbo down Broadway with a sunflower in his hand, and emerged in better condition than either. Declaring His Genius: Oscar Wilde in North America by Roy Morris Jnr – review 2013-02-15T14:01:01Z “It’s a very, very ugly thing,” Mr. Luisi said of Schmidt’s obeisances to the Nazis. On Deck,The Met?s Pinch-Hitter 2011-04-21T13:39:32Z Presented as a near-hallucinatory reckoning with the past that lands Maitland close to hell, the Donmar’s vibrant reappraisal of the piece pays due obeisance to Osborne, the master of the rhetoric of rancor. Theater Review: They're Ripping Themselves Apart Onstage, Inside and Out 2011-11-01T13:30:07Z One running theme of the series is the guests’ vocal eagerness to humble themselves before Beyoncé and her empire; DJ Khaled tells an anecdote that doubles as an ace performance of cozy obeisance. Four Shows at the Center of a Golden Age of Hip-Hop Television 2019-11-01T04:00:00Z In both cases, Black women were punished for failure to engage in the level of obedience and obeisance expected of them, despite the minor nature of the offenses they were stopped for. The violent policing of Black motherhood: How and why cops target mothers of color 2017-08-01T04:00:00Z But nowadays it’s passé to note that, during live events, people are often staring into their reproduction-friendly phones, perhaps a redirected form of ritual obeisance. The Unending Anxiety of an ICYMI World 2015-01-02T05:00:00Z And you will be pleased to know that He seems resigned to and amused by the obeisance and sacrifices that are made in His name. | 'Sondheim on Sondheim': Barbara Cook and Vanessa Williams at Studio 54 2010-04-23T02:50:00Z Roth’s first novel, “Letting Go,” published in 1962, is narrated by a budding Henry James scholar, and depicts graduate students and junior faculty members demonstrating obeisance to the Master. Philip Roth Versus the Movies 2016-08-01T04:00:00Z When interlopers do arrive – like the lost Americans – they survive only so long as they pay obeisance to the king, who keeps the peace by exercising violence. Kong: Skull Island – why do Hollywood blockbusters have such Trump-like politics? 2017-03-22T04:00:00Z At one central moment, she folds forward over onto the floor as if in obeisance. Review: The Profound Eloquence of Odissi Dance 2018-08-14T04:00:00Z Some bugs showed uncharacteristic obeisance, staying put inside sweaty little palms. Zoo harbors a calm oasis for lively interaction 2011-06-23T14:51:00Z I understood from this a horrible revelation: My grandfather’s obeisance to a rigidly traditional non-relationship between father-in-law and daughter-in-law came from a fear that familiarity would open the door to sexual attraction, or worse. My life behind India’s purdah 2013-01-04T18:32:00Z And in this version of future, corporations act as governments and godheads, competing for supremacy with one another and maintaining order among its citizens – er, employees, with a system that demands absolute obeisance and loyalty. The future, Trumpified: Syfy’s dystopian drama “Incorporated” feels too close to reality for comfort 2016-11-30T05:00:00Z On both sides of the Atlantic, politicians would now offer obeisance to pop stars. Elvis and Nixon, Reagan and Jacko, Jagger and Blair … when pop stars and politicians collide 2016-06-19T04:00:00Z He has just killed a man — his first kill, which he performed in obeisance to the desperate command of Walt. “Breaking Bad’s” hell on earth 2012-07-15T14:30:00Z Though mostly a figure of virtue and daughterly obeisance, gradually it is clear that Thomasin’s sharp mouth and modest cleavage are too much for the homestead to handle. A “final girl” who gets to get off: “The Witch” proves nothing’s scarier than an unapologetically liberated young woman 2016-03-06T05:00:00Z As they explain their obeisance in song, it’s “because, with all our faults, we love our Queen.” London Theater Journal: Mind Games 2014-07-09T04:00:00Z Our obeisance demotes the advanced human, and we pretend it doesn’t. Let me finish: how to stop interrupting… and change the world 2020-10-24T04:00:00Z Instead — as happens recurrently in this fierce, intelligent movie — grown-ups get in the way, blinkered by their obeisance to rules, regulations and pedagogical imperatives. ‘Playground’ Review: A Creation Story 2022-02-10T05:00:00Z Though they occasionally look down from the high tier of the set’s upstage scaffolding, the characters often find themselves on the ground, face in the dirt, in obeisance or sorrow or sickness. Review: ‘DruidShakespeare: The History Plays’ Is Complete With a Crown Fit for Many Kings 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z She had “both a distaste for sycophancy and a need for a certain degree of obeisance,” and she sends very mixed signals, even now. Books of The Times: ?Pauline Kael: A Life in the Dark? and ?Lucking Out? - Review 2011-10-26T22:07:52Z In one way or another, all the major broadcasters in the region rely on the Saudi market and pay obeisance to local standards of modesty and political discourse. | The TV Watch: Saudi Arabia: Ramadan TV Gently Pushes Saudi Boundaries 2012-08-20T02:22:34Z The “master-slave” ethos – obligatory obeisance to a deity — pervading the revealed religions is inimical to such debate. 15 ways atheists can stand up for rationality 2014-01-11T15:00:00Z These days, establishment guys pay better attention—money men wear Allbirds, for example, in obeisance to the tastes of tech guys. Goldman Sachs, Patagonia, and the Mysteries of “Business Casual” 2019-05-08T04:00:00Z The “Puja” ceremony required participants to “make obeisance” to one of the Hindu deities and invite those deities “to channel their powers through those present” for the ceremonies, the news release said. Judge awards $150,000 to Christian student who balked at Chicago school’s meditation program 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z Ultimately Trump's narcissism means that he is unable to do anything other than denigrate others who fail to offer obeisance to him. Antisemitism infects Donald Trump, Holocaust experts explain 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z Markey says the Reagan and Bush administrations “showed a deep-seated obeisance to the broadcast industry, almost genuflecting at their every whim, notwithstanding the harm that was being done to children across the country.” How an untested, cash-strapped TV show about books became an American classic 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z What I love, and the WGA building does this too, is how they pay a flash of obeisance to this idea on the surface while undermining it in their geometry. When the abstract ideals of hard buildings meet the actual needs of soft bodies 2023-05-18T04:00:00Z As for the actions of states and countries, Cox was merely paying obeisance to the same ignorant, culture-warrior behavior of his fellow Republicans. Column: A Republican governor vetoed a harsh anti-trans bill out of 'compassion' — then signed a worse one 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z “The National Prayer Breakfast Foundation has no business summoning the president or Congress to a religious event requiring a show of obeisance and partaking in private religious rituals,” she added. National Prayer Breakfast, once a hot-button gathering, to tone it down for 2023, organizer says 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z For a brief moment, he condemned Trump, only to pay penance with a visit to Mar-a-Lago and continuing obeisance to Trump in the two years since. Analysis | Kevin McCarthy, a divided Republican Party and the curse of Jan. 6 2023-01-07T05:00:00Z McDaniel, who was handpicked by Trump to run the party after the 2016 election and who has been a model of obeisance to him since, has indicated she plans to run for another term. Opinion | The GOP’s sickness is far worse than a ‘Trump problem’ 2022-11-28T05:00:00Z Unlike other former presidents, he has not only refused to acknowledge his election loss, he has demanded continued obeisance from his party and plotted a potential comeback. Column: The GOP hopes to take control of Congress, but Trump is in the way 2022-09-04T04:00:00Z In a floor speech on Wednesday, Schumer slammed the GOP's "obeisance to the NRA" and persistent refusal to support even "the most simple, sensitive, positive, and popular gun legislation." “Not even planning a vote”: Amid pleas for gun legislation, Senate skips town for 10-day vacation 2022-05-26T04:00:00Z Publicly, McCarthy and the Republican Party have continued to show widespread obeisance to Trump, fearful of drawing his wrath or having his supporters turn on them. More Republicans are working to undermine Trump endorsements 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z Trump, in an interview Friday with the Wall Street Journal, said he wasn’t bothered by McCarthy’s recorded comments, given how quickly the minority leader was back in a posture of public obeisance. Opinion | A Speaker Kevin McCarthy would mean only more debacles like this one 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z The U.S. could join them — if Congress could only wrest itself from its obeisance to companies like Intuit. Column: The FTC sues TurboTax for trying to keep you from filing your taxes for free 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z In the audience were many Republican senators and House members, politicians-turned-jellyfish, who have shamed themselves and their party with their prevaricating, cowardly obeisance to Donald Trump and his mendacious assault on American democracy. A stark contrast in leadership 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z Instead, obeisance to the ex-president and his grotesque, seditious lie has become a litmus test in the GOP. Boxed in by Trump’s Big Lie 2022-01-07T05:00:00Z I’m not likely to forget the Viking warrior Rollo, whose henchman flipped the Carolingian king Charles the Simple onto his backside so he could kiss the royal foot without kneeling in obeisance. Review | In this vivid history of the Middle Ages, East and West are interconnected 2021-12-15T05:00:00Z Absent that, her critics have increasingly ascribed her behavior to a slurry of narcissism, opportunism and obeisance to corporate interests. Opinion | Is It Time for Kyrsten Sinema to Leave the Democratic Party? 2021-10-15T04:00:00Z Johnson and McConnell both paid obeisance to the notion that “we should not default on our debt under any circumstances,” as Johnson’s pledge states. Column: Like children playing with matches, GOP again toys with U.S. debt ceiling 2021-08-11T04:00:00Z Those last-minute obeisances to the Big Guy upstairs by sinners facing the inevitability of death are often indistinguishable from one last con. Column: Why you shouldn't believe the GOP has suddenly come around on COVID-19 vaccines 2021-08-04T04:00:00Z When, after a few days, it was clear Trump would continue to reign supreme within the GOP — Capitol riot notwithstanding — the House Republican leader hied himself to Mar-a-Lago to show his obeisance. Column: The agony and ecstasy of Kevin McCarthy 2021-05-11T04:00:00Z Chuck Todd of NBC News called her “the last flickering light” of the conservative movement, which is about to be “snuffed out” by obeisance to Trump and his fictions. Opinion | Is Liz Cheney a Martyr — or Just a Hack in Holy Drag? 2021-05-08T04:00:00Z But it is the security forces who have assaulted medics, killed children and forced bystanders to crawl in obeisance. Inside Myanmar’s Army: ‘They See Protesters as Criminals’ 2021-03-28T04:00:00Z Loyalty approaching obeisance is now demanded of elected officials. Analysis | As Trump reemerges, will the GOP find a way to move on without him? 2021-02-27T05:00:00Z In its cult-like obeisance to the supreme leader it reminds me of meetings of the Iraqi Baath Party that periodically endorsed Saddam Hussein as the national saviour. Democratic strategist Michael Gordon: How the ghastly RNC could get Trump re-elected 2020-09-03T04:00:00Z Though that obeisance has played well to the gallery on the right, many South Carolinians, including traditional Republicans, feel that Graham has gone MIA when they need him most. Meet Jaime Harrison, the South Carolina Democrat taking the fight to Lindsey Graham 2020-07-20T04:00:00Z By now, Trump is surely jealous of Pence’s good reviews and requires extra obeisance. Opinion | Plagued by the President 2020-03-14T04:00:00Z Albania’s secret police rounded up anyone suspected of not giving proper obeisance to the government and its leaders. Nexhmije Hoxha, widow and unapologetic defender of Albanian dictator, dies at 99 2020-02-27T05:00:00Z As is his insane bellowing before a crowd screaming its slavish obeisance. Can we stop tiptoeing around the fact that Trump is behaving like a dictator? 2020-02-15T05:00:00Z And hence for three years we’ve watched congressional Republicans treading gingerly between loyalists who demand obeisance, and Trump-skeptical moderates who want independence. Opinion | Why the Senate might actually remove Trump from office 2019-10-22T04:00:00Z Even on this most tragic of weeks for so many families, Trump was obsessing on himself, on his crowd size compared with Beto, and on whether he was getting enough obeisance from Ohio pols. Opinion | Trump’s Pile of Rubble 2019-08-10T04:00:00Z Some also use helicopter services to pay quick obeisance. India promotes Hindu pilgrimage as sign of peace in Kashmir 2019-07-31T04:00:00Z On the other hand, obeisance to the president and adherence to his values pose certain problems. Opinion | Fox News struggles to balance Trump’s fans and ad dollars 2019-03-18T04:00:00Z He praises the “inspired” and “impressive” Cabinet members Trump has assembled, largely forgetting their high-profile scandals, conflicts of interest, obeisance and resignations. Other presidents had a brain trust. But the intellectuals backing this White House are a bust. 2019-03-15T04:00:00Z But Marchenstamp only smiled that keen smile, no interruption in the strange and tiny obeisances she was making to the display. A young journalist, an old lady, and a vintage e-pet reunion 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z I am filled at all times with a dutiful respect for the holy bone and pay regular obeisance to it. ‘A crunch. A rip. Pain spread like a stain’: my lifetime of back trouble | Maggie O'Farrell 2018-12-06T05:00:00Z This sombre obeisance to his lyric forebears is dignified and appropriate, but slightly misleading. How Shakespeare's 'blood cult’ became Ted Hughes’s fatal obsession 2018-10-27T04:00:00Z While DeSantis is certainly suffering more from the Trump backlash due to his obeisance to the president, he’s also hurt by being relatively little known in the state. Will Latino voters disappoint Dems? 2018-10-23T04:00:00Z Her demure apology and obeisance to Beijing is exactly what the government sought by singling her out: a return to the status quo that would put her in her place. The Fan Bingbing saga shows China’s willingness to control overly wealthy celebrities 2018-10-23T04:00:00Z Born in South Carolina to Sikh immigrants from the northern Indian state of Punjab, Haley rolled breads at the Sikh shrine on Thursday, a religious way of paying obeisance to Sikh gurus. US envoy Nikki Haley goes on inter-faith journey in India 2018-06-28T04:00:00Z Trump’s presidency and what Schmidt regarded as the obeisance of traditional Republicans brought him near a breaking point. A GOP strategist abandons his party and calls for the election of Democrats 2018-06-20T04:00:00Z The rage stems from the fact that the very thing they feel entitled to – women’s bodies, women’s lives, women’s obeisance – is not available to them. Nearly every mass killer is a man. Why aren’t we talking about that? | Gary Younge 2018-04-26T04:00:00Z The moral of that story is this: Unquestioning obeisance to unaccountable power is a recipe for disaster, a lesson we may be poised to relearn. Trump’s apologists have drunk the Kool-Aid 2018-04-15T04:00:00Z An avalanche of allegations of ethical misconduct by the EPA administrator, Scott Pruitt, has heaped embarrassment upon a watchdog struggling to adapt to the industry obeisance demanded by the Trump administration. EPA insiders bemoan low point in agency's history: 'People are so done' 2018-04-07T04:00:00Z Especially in an era when the rights of individuals are threatened by governmental obeisance to corporate interests, no one can blindly trust that the government will act in his or her best interests. Colorado Editorial Roundup 2018-03-15T04:00:00Z Poonachi dies to become a deity, a figure of stone who receives mortal obeisance after the cruel treatment she received as a living creature. India's 'dead' writer returns with new book 2018-03-14T04:00:00Z At the curtain call, the biped company patted the earth in obeisance. In 'Doggie Hamlet,' a cast of canines, sheep and, yes, humans — ay, there's the rub 2018-02-04T05:00:00Z Most fearful of all, public officials in control of the House and Senate, based upon their slavish obeisance thus far, would probably let Trump get away with it. Opinion | 2017 was bad. It may have been Trump’s high point. 2018-01-26T05:00:00Z It may strain optimism to consider congressional Republicans, with their rammed-through tax bill and fawning obeisance to Trump, as any kind of bulwark against his excesses. Opinion | The three things saving us from Trump 2017-12-29T05:00:00Z Get on not only with ignoring but also abetting the psychosis in their Second Amendment idolatry and their craven obeisance to the National Rifle Association. Recent editorials from Texas newspapers 2017-11-07T05:00:00Z Interviews with nationalist Hindu leaders and militia members across the country reveal an impatience for Muslims to demonstrate obeisance to the Hindu majority. Special report: In Modi's India, cow vigilantes deny Muslim farmers their livelihood 2017-11-06T05:00:00Z Most of us are so happy in our obeisance to this new power that we spend an average of 50 minutes on our daily devotion to Facebook alone without a flicker of concern. Why we need a 21st-century Martin Luther to challenge the church of tech 2017-10-29T04:00:00Z "Roosevelt knew that paying obeisance to power — regardless of how well intentioned — is a danger to our balance of powers and the opposite of conservatism." The Story Behind Flake's Roosevelt Quote on Why Criticizing the President Matters 2017-10-24T04:00:00Z The role of Congress is to keep checks and balances on the executive branch, not to curry favor with the president, regardless of how much he demands obeisance. Tennessee editorial roundup 2017-10-18T04:00:00Z Mr Posner thinks most judges are lousy writers who rely unduly on their clerks and are “stuck in the past”, paying obeisance to fusty traditions. The judicial philosophy of Richard Posner 2017-09-07T04:00:00Z Interviews with nationalist Hindu leaders and militia members across the country reveal an impatience for Muslims to demonstrate obeisance to the Hindu majority. Special report: In Modi's India, cow vigilantes deny Muslim farmers their livelihood 2017-11-06T05:00:00Z So the mathematician and the artist are companioned in the same dark, and do obeisance to the same gods. The world has lost a great artist in mathematician Maryam Mirzakhani 2017-07-29T04:00:00Z The pushback also represented growing willingness among staffers to try to keep Mr. Trump from making damaging mistakes — an important internal change in a White House dominated by a president who often demands obeisance. Trump Pondered Firing Mueller; His Aides Pushed Back 2017-06-13T04:00:00Z Sadly for Americans, Trump’s requirement that his underlings praise him is not the only way the president is prodding Washington towards Beijing-like levels of obeisance, opacity, prevarication and corruption. Emperor Trump's sycophantic cabinet meeting stinks of Beijing-like obeisance | Isaac Stone Fish 2017-06-13T04:00:00Z Gorsuch portrayed himself as a kind of judicial automaton, obligated to pay mindless obeisance to the Court’s prior rulings. Behind Neil Gorsuch’s Non-Answers 2017-03-26T04:00:00Z Lawmakers need to put aside their partisan animus toward the governor as well as their obeisance to the teachers unions and realize the damage that this ill-conceived proposal poses for the state and its schoolchildren. Opinion | Maryland threatens to reverse its progress in education 2017-03-23T04:00:00Z Some elected officials, whose obeisance to the Second Amendment blinds them to reasonable measures designed to protect their fellow Texans, weren’t in the audience. Recent editorials from Texas newspapers 2017-01-03T05:00:00Z Fifth Fleet in the Persian Gulf, quickly signaled its obeisance by staging a national day celebration in Trump’s new Pennsylvania Avenue hotel. Trump’s coming war against Islam 2016-12-11T05:00:00Z These were some of the most powerful people in Italian soccer, men used to obeisance from others, bending the knee. At Real Madrid, Zinedine Zidane’s Gift Is Wrapped in Charisma 2016-12-02T05:00:00Z That is the philosophy that sued Hobby Lobby and the Little Sisters of the Poor into religious obeisance and elevated transgender bathrooms to a litmus test. The Trump Opportunity 2016-11-10T05:00:00Z But Mr Trump’s obeisances began even before this imaginary compliment. My brilliant friend 2016-10-27T04:00:00Z “It’s a way for them to pay obeisance to the NRA without changing the world as it is.” Gun control vote in Senate unlikely to produce Republican compromise 2016-06-16T04:00:00Z His demand for obeisance is alienating more people than it attracts. Trump’s Politics of Grievance 2016-05-31T04:00:00Z Religion became the end-all for this country, and laws and rights became the property of religion; science and education paying obeisance to religion. A Partisan Prescription for Paralysis 2016-03-22T04:00:00Z One paid obeisance to the Chinese Communist Party in language redolent of the Cultural Revolution: Party-sponsored media and the government are the propaganda front and their names must be that of the party. The Strangulation of Chinese Expression Is Now Almost Total 2016-03-02T05:00:00Z There was the obligatory obeisance paid to the great Franklin Roosevelt. A Battle for the Soul of Barack Obama 2016-02-12T05:00:00Z In the past two presidential-primary seasons, candidates crisscrossing Iowa before the caucuses would pay obeisance to corn ethanol and its compulsory use in gasoline. The Corn-Fed Albatross Called Ethanol 2016-01-06T05:00:00Z Gun advocates, of course, won’t explain their obeisance in those terms. These nuts really do dream of revolution: The right’s frightening fantasy that blocks any action on guns 2015-12-09T05:00:00Z Their silence was also a product of their obeisance to the NRA and their reliance on its money and influence with gun extremists who are often single-issue voters. Getting the gun money out of politics 2015-07-15T04:00:00Z Jewish visitors mumble prayers under their breath and walk barefoot on the ancient stones in a sign of obeisance. Special Report: Prayers inflame tensions over Jerusalem holy site 2015-06-04T04:00:00Z She paid obeisance to the traditions of the spectacle, mostly for the pressies following her. Hillary Clinton Begins Campaign Her Way in Iowa 2015-04-14T04:00:00Z Statesmen including Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord, Thomas Cromwell, Otto von Bismarck, and Niccolò Machiavelli paid obeisance to the church but were not carried away by its doctrines. God, Power, and 'Game of Thrones' 2015-04-08T04:00:00Z The left should embrace democracy, human rights, the market economy and social reform—and stop its obeisance to Cuba. The neglected art of biography 2015-04-01T04:00:00Z Newspaper reports from 1937 recount how German troops passing through the city would pay “solemn obeisance” at its doors. In Adolf Hitler’s Hometown, Trying to Overcome a Legacy of Evil 2015-02-11T05:00:00Z GOP freshmen wanted to have their votes recorded in obeisance to what has become a Republican article of faith: Obamacare is evil incarnate. A juvenile GOP 2015-02-05T05:00:00Z President Barack Obama will visit Riyadh on Tuesday to pay his respects—or, some would say, demonstrate his obeisance. Saudi Arabia as America's Frenemy: Obama To Visit "Ally" Which Makes World More Dangerous 2015-01-24T05:00:00Z Was it Mencken, or Montaigne who said, "Hypocrisy is the obeisance that Vice pays to Virtue"? I watched my many nephews forestall marriage as long as reasonably practicable. Gay Marriage Case Offers G.O.P. Political Cover 2015-01-18T05:00:00Z EPA develops rules to impose billion of dollars in costs on the electricity grid in obeisance to the religion of climate change, even though the requirements would accomplish nothing. Mortal Combat: Defending the Electric Grid 2014-12-15T05:00:00Z On “Democracy Day,” we would all do obeisance. Right pans Bernie Sanders' 'Democracy Day' idea 2014-11-14T05:00:00Z No one would suggest that faith in any other 'ism' deserves any exemptions whatsoever, but as soon as someone mentions religious faith, we are all supposed to bow our heads in obeisance. Colleges and Evangelicals Collide on Bias Policy 2014-06-09T04:00:00Z The economies of tenure and promotion coerce obeisance to those dominant standards. Academics should boycott Israel: Growing movement takes next step 2013-12-04T18:22:00Z The door was low, making it impossible for subjects who visited the king to enter without bending in obeisance. Bagan Journal: Opening a Door to the Burmese Past, and the Present, Too 2013-09-02T00:46:17Z And, she elaborated, those types of workers are both better networked and less encumbered by the kinds of full-time jobs that encourage a more quiet obeisance to the social strictures of the workplace. International Women's Day, Labor, and the Right to Strive #womensday 2013-03-08T16:37:04Z Both of them have to pay obeisance to our strange relationship with Israel, and both of them threaten sanctions and try to draw a line in the sand without specifying exactly where it is. Argo: Can Ben Affleck rehabilitate Jimmy Carter? 2012-10-13T16:00:00Z They definitely don’t want you standing down out of obeisance to some abstract notion of “mandates.” The myth of the presidential mandate 2012-06-08T12:52:00Z Its entrance was guarded by two little men, even less in stature than my conductor, who made obeisance as we passed. The Cambrian Sketch-Book Tales, Scenes, and Legends of Wild Wales 2012-04-27T02:00:33.040Z I would remind "Jermyn" that my observations respecting the martingale were confined to my papers on road-riding, not on hunting, and would also thank him, with my best obeisance, for calling me a rough-rider. Ladies on Horseback Learning, Park-Riding, and Hunting, with Hints upon Costume, and Numerous Anecdotes 2012-04-23T02:00:28.843Z We are to love her, do collective obeisance, beseech her favors. Voices from the Past 2012-04-19T02:00:30.787Z After a little experience, one learns to accept these Hindoo salaams and obeisances. From Egypt to Japan 2012-04-19T02:00:28.147Z Sam made the best bow he could, both to Mrs. Morris and to Susie; and Susie ventured, for the first time, as Sam made his obeisance to her, to say, very gently indeed, 'Good by.' I've Been Thinking; or, the Secret of Success 2012-04-18T02:00:11.437Z Thousands of Sikh pilgrims will be visiting Sikh shrines in Pakistan to pay obeisance and to celebrate Vaisakhi, or the Sikh new year, which falls on Friday. India Ink: Image of the Day: April 10 2012-04-10T13:19:53Z Miss Barrington gave a brief nod in return for the profound obeisance of her visitor, and then turned again to a large map which covered the table before her. Barrington Volume I (of II) 2012-04-09T02:00:31.357Z His respectful salutation, drawing the king’s attention, was followed by an act of profound obeisance. The Expositor's Bible: The First Book of Samuel 2012-04-08T02:00:20.427Z Romney's obeisance to the base is a debilitating problem as he proceeds to the general election. As GOP Primary Winds Down, Mitt Romney Counts the Cost of Victory 2012-04-05T20:06:21Z She was not yet used to the direction of her aunt's eyes, and now observing that they were apparently fixed upon herself in disapproval, she began her obeisance. Rich Relatives 2012-04-05T02:00:45.670Z First gallantly touching the goblet to his own lips, his majesty handed it with a deep obeisance to Lola. Superwomen 2012-04-03T02:00:38.047Z "I am glad that your highness has not done what was reported to me," he said hastily, his obeisance brief and perfunctory. The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z He is running for president, not for pope, and in any case, the best religious teaching sets high standards for behavior and action in the world; it does not demand blind obeisance. Rick Santorum, cafeteria Catholic? 2012-03-22T16:46:00Z An inclination of the head, or a bending of the body, in token of reverence, respect, civility, or submission; an obeisance; as, a bow of deep humility. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z He made an awkward obeisance to his mistress. Joel: A Boy of Galilee 2012-03-24T02:00:17.137Z They halted, laid down their burden on the floor at Cæsar's feet, fell on their knees in obeisance, and—waited. Superwomen 2012-04-03T02:00:38.047Z He mounted his throne as high as the altar opposite him, and the cardinals went through their obeisances, one by one, their trains supported by their servants, who knelt on the lower steps behind them. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z A child three feet high is generally esteemed very ignorant; but if you were to tell him to make obeisance to a parcel of dogs and swine, he would redden with indignation. Ti-Ping Tien-Kwoh The History of the Ti-Ping Revolution (Volume I) 2012-03-19T02:00:25.027Z Th�mistocle reluctantly curtailed an elaborate obeisance, and came to attention. A Safety Match 2012-03-19T02:00:23.817Z A blond Archduchess asked her to play to her children, and Anne-Marie's lips were taught to frame phrases to Royal Highnesses, and her little black legs were trained to obeisance and curtsey. The Devourers 2012-03-16T02:00:23.493Z "No fear of my forgetting, your honour," said Tom Barley, ducking his head in obeisance; "I shall be here, wide awake, waiting for you." Miser Farebrother, Volume I (of 3) A Novel 2012-03-13T02:00:28.227Z Olaj Beg smilingly endured the title and the embrace, but on looking around and perceiving Azrael standing in the window he began doing obeisance to her with the greatest respect. The Slaves of the Padishah 2012-03-06T03:00:24.060Z He would not make obeisance to his new masters when his nation turned its back on him. Long Odds 2012-03-02T03:00:08.670Z His hands are folded in an expression of obeisance, hiding a mouth agape. The face of the Gujarat riots meets his 'saviour' 2012-02-27T01:15:47Z I thanked him uncertainly and returned Shemuel's low obeisance with an unforgiving nod. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z To Republicans, the Solyndra episode is an egregious example of White House perfidy and cronyism, such that they’ve built a whole catechism around it that candidates routinely pay obeisance to on the campaign trail. Why Solyndra Won't Go Away 2012-02-17T14:59:38Z With deep obeisances, but without a word, they approached the two reverend gentlemen. The Slaves of the Padishah 2012-03-06T03:00:24.060Z So then, not being herself used to be thwarted, she got provoked, and at last went out hastily with an abrupt and mutilated curtsy, which Catherine returned with an air rather of defiance than obeisance. The Cloister and the Hearth A Tale of the Middle Ages 2012-02-17T03:00:30.347Z With that he made a low obeisance and left the lady to her thoughts. The Maid of Honour, Vol. 1 (of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-15T03:00:38.533Z On the present occasion he strode hastily into the room as though Daly's was his private property, and, with a polished obeisance to the peeresses, flourished a perfumed kerchief. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. I (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:34.177Z Boulot removed his hat and bowed, and the baron, not to be outdone in the outward forms of courtesy, removed his own with a flourish and performed a low obeisance. The Maid of Honour (Vol. 3 of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-14T03:00:29.027Z The Beg returned his salute with a solemn obeisance; the Prince turned his back upon him. The Slaves of the Padishah 2012-03-06T03:00:24.060Z The man took it with a deep obeisance: "He could not deliver it himself, but would instantly give it one of the princess's suite, several of whom were about." The Cloister and the Hearth A Tale of the Middle Ages 2012-02-17T03:00:30.347Z "What is this?" he cried, in a harsh voice, omitting the customary obeisance. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z The pipe-bearer takes two or three draws, and with an obeisance hands it with much solemnity to his master. Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume I (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs 2012-02-12T03:00:15.857Z As he gained the skirts of the hill, he reined up for a moment his prancing steed, and, looking towards the party, raised his plumed hat and bent forward in graceful obeisance. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume I (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:15.267Z The lad bore himself with simple-minded devotion, offering us on stubby finger tips the holy water and making due obeisance before each gilded shrine. Spanish Highways and Byways 2012-02-06T03:00:15.617Z The young Austrian performed one of his ceremonious obeisances. Running Sands 2012-02-05T03:00:08.983Z "My coming is ill-timed, lord my father?" he asked, in a gently grieved tone, after the filial obeisance. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z Rev′erence, fear arising from high respect: respectful awe: veneration: honour: an act of revering or obeisance: a bow or courtesy: a title of the clergy.—v.t. to regard with reverence: to venerate or honour.—n. Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 3 of 4: N-R) 2012-01-30T03:00:13.887Z The chief among the foreigners, clad in a gay garment, leads forward an antelope and makes a reverential obeisance before the minister. The History of Antiquity, Vol. I (of VI) 2012-01-28T03:00:28.213Z One chubby hidalgo tipped over with the 30 profundity of his obeisance, but the others righted him so solemnly that the dignity of the ceremonial was unimpaired. Spanish Highways and Byways 2012-02-06T03:00:15.617Z He made a low obeisance to the King and besought sympathy for the sad tale he was about to tell. Great Opera Stories Taken from Original Sources in Old German 2012-01-25T03:00:33.660Z After the third obeisance Istar commanded a chair to be brought for the old man, and bade him be seated in her presence. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z Apparently my obeisance did not come up to Egyptian standards of courtesy, for a suppressed titter broke audibly from the ranks of bronze-skinned waiting-women. Strange Stories 2012-01-16T03:00:05.067Z I instantly recognized her ladyship, and, catching her eye, made my obeisance to her. The Sylph, Volume I and II 2012-01-09T03:00:19.583Z I made my obeisance with no very good will; and told her, that hearing she wanted a governess for Miss Boswell, I had taken the liberty to wait upon her. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z He made a low obeisance, then announced that he had come to champion a guiltless maid who had been falsely accused of a woeful crime. Great Opera Stories Taken from Original Sources in Old German 2012-01-25T03:00:33.660Z Baniya, however, broke in upon him by running forward, performing his obeisance, and demanding to know if he had done well. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z Has Thy empire gained in splendor by my obeisance, O God? The Sufistic Quatrains of Omar Khayyam 2012-01-08T03:00:15.553Z The Brahman, delighted beyond measure at obtaining so inestimable a treasure, made obeisance to the goddess, and, taking the handi in his hand, proceeded towards his house as fast as his legs could carry him. Folk-Tales of Bengal 2012-01-05T03:00:45.240Z The strangers made obeisance to the ladies and their hostess. Rule of the Monk or, Rome in the Nineteenth Century 2012-01-05T03:00:36.930Z Making a low obeisance, he strode toward the bier of the dead Frederick. Great Opera Stories Taken from Original Sources in Old German 2012-01-25T03:00:33.660Z The slaves disappeared with their message, and Belshazzar waited, motionless, moving not so much as an eyelash, acknowledging no obeisance made him by a passer-by: for such was the etiquette of royalty at that day. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z After a minute’s prayer the weapon was handed to him with many obeisances by the mikado’s representative, and he then made a public confession of his fault. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 8 "Haller, Albrecht" to "Harmonium" 2012-01-02T03:00:22.443Z The Brahman, elated with joy, made obeisance to the divine couple, took up the vessel, and went on his way. Folk-Tales of Bengal 2012-01-05T03:00:45.240Z "Good morning, my lord!" said Jones, his obeisance so low and his voice so loud that I had to give the driver half-a-crown. The King of Schnorrers Grotesques and Fantasies 2011-12-28T03:00:34.587Z But his costume warranted the obeisance, and the boat came near. In the Yellow Sea 2011-12-26T03:00:10.083Z After performing the proper obeisance to their lady, the people rose, as Istar, with Belshazzar at her elbow, began to ascend the platform steps. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z The watching woman looking through the Venetians saw the meeting and the son's obeisance. The Outcaste 2011-12-12T03:00:25.380Z The Brahman made obeisance, and went away to his house at one stretch without halting anywhere. Folk-Tales of Bengal 2012-01-05T03:00:45.240Z "By reason of your Majesty's great glory and excellence, the English ruler is well; and therefore, with obeisance, I represent the same to your Majesty." The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 20, No. 120, October, 1867. 2011-12-12T03:00:23.897Z And all these lords do obeisance to him, and bring him the revenue, with which they have to come into his presence. A Description of the Coasts of East Africa and Malabar in the Beginning of the Sixteenth Century 2011-12-11T03:00:10.483Z Rising hurriedly after the obeisance, he inclined himself again before her and swept away, as she had commanded, leaving her alone in her sanctuary. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z I made my obeisance with the others, stifling with difficulty a sudden desire to fling aside the hand I touched, and walk out of the room. The Honour of Savelli A Romance 2011-12-10T03:00:15.560Z And I hope, from the purely literary point of view, I have made obeisance and given every credit to one of the greatest literary artists of our time. Oscar Wilde 2011-12-10T03:00:14.120Z The pattern upon the Aubusson rug swam before his eyes in changes of tint and form as frequent as a child's Kaleidoscope, and he found himself in humble obeisance. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z President Thein Sein is a former general himself, and giving up his military status for appearance’s sake should be seen as a prime example of civilian obeisance to the military regime. Myanmar’s Good Deeds Are No Guarantee of Lasting Freedoms: View 2011-11-23T08:36:02Z At the same time Daniel, accustomed of old to the rigorous etiquette of the court, made a proper and graceful obeisance. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z But they seemed to make way for her with a sort of obeisance. An Ambitious Woman A Novel 2011-11-23T03:00:54.137Z This is kind of how I feel with my kids — where my Dad could come in and sort of pound his chest and demand obeisance, I don’t — can’t — do that with my son. Father Knows, Well, Not Best 2011-11-22T10:00:18Z T�khonovna made her last low obeisance to God, and turned around and saluted in three directions. Fables for Children, Stories for Children, Natural Science Stories, Popular Education, Decembrists, Moral Tales 2011-11-17T03:00:35.327Z Since you are the patron of these livings, their present holders were bound to haste and make obeisance--though it would seem that, in that respect, one of them is still a defaulter. Miss Arnott's Marriage 2011-11-11T03:00:33Z With a silent obeisance to Istar, he stood off at a little distance, and, opening his lips, began to sing. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z Then with an obeisance to my companion she passed down a side path and disappeared among the trees. The Beautiful White Devil 2011-11-11T03:00:24.760Z So assured was his stand upon these eminences that all the wisest and most refined of the section spontaneously and involuntarily did him obeisance, recognizing in him their ideal of wisdom and counsel befittingly expressed. The Brothers' War 2011-11-01T02:00:24.007Z "And here I am going to communion," he thought, and, frowning, he made a low obeisance. Fables for Children, Stories for Children, Natural Science Stories, Popular Education, Decembrists, Moral Tales 2011-11-17T03:00:35.327Z "No change in thee, sweet Lydia," he exclaimed as she bent in obeisance to the fillet of gold about his forehead. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The priest Baza, of the third house of Zicarû, put away the cups that he bore, and, catching Amraphel's sign, made his obeisance to the king and hurried from the temple. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z The old man gazed equally hard at me for a moment and then ran in front of me and made a most profound obeisance. My Experiences in Manipur and the Naga Hills 2011-10-26T02:00:28.847Z His self-important air, also the condescending nod with which he acknowledged the respectful obeisances of the peasantry, betokened a person of no small consequence. The Danes Sketched by Themselves. Vol. II (of 3) A Series of Popular Stories by the Best Danish Authors 2011-10-25T02:00:24.180Z With Oriental obeisance, yet not without a certain display of dignity, the "boy" salaamed. The Wireless Officer 2011-10-24T02:00:17.560Z They step upon the cloth and make an obeisance to the sun; they then clothe themselves with the above-mentioned cloths. The Story of Magellan and The Discovery of the Philippines 2011-10-22T02:00:26.240Z On the arrival of the two priests there was a general obeisance. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z She and her little party seemed surprised at seeing any one in such an out-of-the-way place, and her Majesty and the Prince returned our obeisances with particular courtesy. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Vol. 60, No. 373, November 1846 2011-10-21T02:00:17.417Z He raised his hat and made her a most respectful obeisance, and was about to withdraw. Judith Shakespeare Her love affairs and other adventures 2011-10-20T02:00:22.743Z Curtsy, Curtsey, kurt′si, n. an obeisance, made by bending the knees, proper to women and children.—v.i. to make a curtsy. Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 1 of 4: A-D) 2011-10-11T02:01:08.990Z Even those who do not bow at the name of Jesus are yet expected to make their lowly obeisance to the lord in the gallery! Secret History of the Court of England, from the Accession of George the Third to the Death of George the Fourth, Volume II (of 2) Including, Among Other Important Matters, Full Particulars of the Mysterious Death of the Princess Charlotte 2011-10-01T02:00:34.837Z But disturbed it was, as a lake's calm by the east wind, as soon as Belshazzar entered his father's presence and made his obeisance. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z He made a profound obeisance to the ladies on his entrance, and was received with that condescending affability which his years and long-tried faithfulness demanded. Bungay Castle: A Novel. v. 1/2 2011-09-27T02:00:20.260Z With a curious obeisance, he drew back and motioned them to enter. The Gray Phantom's Return 2011-09-22T02:00:27.150Z But the obeisance which he made to her was profound and full of cold respect. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z Not for obeisance but obedience, Give motion to thy wings! The Poetical Works of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Vol. I 2011-09-20T02:00:18.217Z Ribâta made the lowest obeisance, something not due from his rank to any one except a god; and Belshazzar hastily raised him up. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z We know life too well to get angry at the least infidelity; one leaves or one takes with the most profound obeisances, and this wearies one to death; courtiers have nothing new to offer one. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z It was answered by a tall Oriental in native costume and turban, who made low obeisance, but listlessly, as though bored to death. The Duke Decides 2011-09-14T02:00:47.307Z He had watched Ursula Glynde's graceful figure as, accompanied by the Cardinal de Moreno, she had finally made an obeisance before the judges, then had retired through the doors of the Lord Chancellor's Court. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z Dauntrees started abruptly from his seat, at this accost, smiled with a reddened brow, and made a low obeisance. Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z He concluded this explanatory speech with an obeisance, and had already turned to the couch again when Belshazzar gave a low call. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z They shut themselves up at once in Azya's quarters, where Halim, after he had given the requisite obeisances to Tugai Bey's son, crossed his hands on his breast, and with bowed head waited for questions. Pan Michael An Historical Novel of Poland, the Ukraine, and Turkey. 2011-09-10T02:00:24.983Z And James, after politely returning the loyal obeisance of the Provost, hurried away towards the castle. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 21 2011-09-09T02:01:06.280Z The man made a low obeisance and would have kissed His Eminence's hand, but the latter withdrew it gently. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z The gentlemen quitted the tent with many a deep obeisance. 'Midst the Wild Carpathians 2011-09-09T02:00:57.830Z After making obeisance to General Dolls, these doggies would form themselves into a conversazione, and go promenading round the rose-trees in twos and twos. Aileen Aroon, A Memoir With other Tales of Faithful Friends and Favourites 2011-09-08T02:00:20.773Z Ketling was so changed that he was barely able to make a low obeisance to the ladies; then he stood motionless, with his hat at his breast, with his eyes closed, like a wonder-working image. Pan Michael An Historical Novel of Poland, the Ukraine, and Turkey. 2011-09-10T02:00:24.983Z They made a quiet obeisance as she approached. The Divine Adventure Volume IV 2011-09-04T02:00:03.717Z The Cardinal had withdrawn from the Queen's presence after an obeisance marked with deep respect. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z "Your most obedient servant," said Nalaczi, and with an ironical obeisance he turned upon his heel. 'Midst the Wild Carpathians 2011-09-09T02:00:57.830Z "Since thou wilt bow down to neither Love nor Riches, at least do obeisance to the god in whose gift is Fame, the highest gift known to a true man." Tales From J?kai 2011-09-02T02:00:19.183Z All heads were inclined in an obeisance of deep homage. Pan Michael An Historical Novel of Poland, the Ukraine, and Turkey. 2011-09-10T02:00:24.983Z Whenever any of them chanced to meet me I was greeted with a profound obeisance which was rather disconcerting at first, but my conversation was limited to a mere greeting or farewell. The City in the Clouds 2011-08-31T02:01:31.807Z Her voice had the soft, purring quality in it again, and she lowered her head in the mute Malay obeisance. The Argus Pheasant 2011-08-27T02:00:20.160Z "Of course I could not go without making my obeisance." The Deluge, Vol. I. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-08-26T02:00:24.433Z He sprang from the saddle, and approaching quickly, began to make obeisance, waiting for a question. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z And such a gleam issued from his dark face that he was beautiful, and Halim began to make obeisances. Pan Michael An Historical Novel of Poland, the Ukraine, and Turkey. 2011-09-10T02:00:24.983Z And he dreamed yet another dream, and told it to his brethren, and said, "Behold, I have dreamed yet a dream; and, behold, the sun and the moon and eleven stars made obeisance to me." Heroes of Israel Text of the Hero Stories with Notes and Questions for Young Students 2011-08-05T02:00:47.727Z Again I made my obeisance, and rising, prepared to take my leave with my guards. Richard Galbraith, Mariner Life among the Kaffirs 2011-08-04T02:00:26.337Z Oh, well that from these palaced lands The marble spire obeisance win; But for the one for whom it stands, This chieftain-town had never been! City Ballads 2011-08-04T02:00:21.027Z As they came to a halt, and made proper obeisance to their superiors, the King addressed David in Norman such as the common folk used. In the Days of the Guild 2011-08-03T02:00:12.687Z And he began to make obeisances, and Tugai Bey's son bent over him and repeated a number of times yet,— "Hasten the messengers, hasten the messengers, for only a month's time is left!" Pan Michael An Historical Novel of Poland, the Ukraine, and Turkey. 2011-09-10T02:00:24.983Z And it was so, that when any man came nigh to do him obeisance, he put forth his hand, and took hold of him, and kissed him. Heroes of Israel Text of the Hero Stories with Notes and Questions for Young Students 2011-08-05T02:00:47.727Z They marched in, and made their obeisance to the emperor; and with one voice their greeting sounded through the building: "Hail, C�sar; those about to die salute thee!" School Reading by Grades Sixth Year 2011-07-31T02:00:11.420Z Everyone to whom the king addressed an observation made a low obeisance. Gabriel A Story of the Jews in Prague 2011-07-27T02:00:26.233Z The peasant simply made an obeisance and put up his hand to pull a lock of his front hair in proof of his deference to the ruling powers. Crying for the Light, Vol. 1 [of 3] or Fifty Years Ago 2011-07-23T02:00:10.740Z Ketling's liberality had opened all doors, and Krysia was greeted by obeisances from the doorkeepers as profound as if she were a queen entering her own residence. Pan Michael An Historical Novel of Poland, the Ukraine, and Turkey. 2011-09-10T02:00:24.983Z The giant, steam, demanded and received the obeisance of every art before devoting his inexhaustible strength to their service. Inventions in the Century 2011-07-20T02:00:14.643Z “If you do not know, lassie, let me tell you,” he said with a deep obeisance. Peggy Owen at Yorktown 2011-07-17T02:00:35.830Z Without them, to be frank, our politicians wouldn't have needed to go crawling around summer parties and weddings offering obeisances. News Corp saga is gripping: let's soak up the family drama 2011-07-16T23:07:17Z His enemy stood aside with a contemptuous obeisance, and Leuthold followed his guide up to the fourth story. Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z Greece's government is going through the ritual obeisance of the austerity bill "They won't do that," he told me with confidence. Well-rehearsed 2011-07-02T11:04:17Z The Sheikh is carried in on his litter and with greatest difficulty descends to do obeisance to the Sultan. Dramatic Technique 2011-07-04T02:00:19.763Z The American arose slowly, and made a profound obeisance. Peggy Owen at Yorktown 2011-07-17T02:00:35.830Z However, she held her peace, and only watched with amusement when the courtiers, knowing there was no help for it, did homage and obeisance to the chemist’s boy. The Orange Fairy Book 2011-06-29T02:00:31.520Z I reminded myself of some ancient king, so profound were his obeisances. The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 2011-06-29T02:00:28.167Z So, Greece's government is going through the ritual obeisance of the austerity bill - which no-one really expects will be implemented in full. Well-rehearsed 2011-07-02T11:04:17Z When the friar came into the king's presence he did him obeisance, and was kindly welcomed by him. Amusing Prose Chap Books 2011-06-27T02:01:05.043Z He made a deep obeisance when Mr. Greatorex met him on deck. King of the Air Or, To Morocco on an Aeroplane 2011-06-17T02:00:22.043Z He then makes an obeisance to each of his brothers and sisters, as well as to each guest who happens to be present, repeating his salutation with each funny bow. The Friars in the Philippines 2011-06-17T02:00:20.100Z But there was of course another possible reason for the profundity of the obeisances of my judicial subordinate above mentioned. The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 2011-06-29T02:00:28.167Z To show that he was not repelled or overawed, he advanced a step; took up the goblet with a profound obeisance; stared her in the eyes, and swallowed a mouthful. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z Then came thy tall uncle, nodded sixteen times with his little head, for that he takes to be an obeisance, and stepped far off from me. Titan: A Romance Vol. II (of 2) 2011-06-14T02:00:26.670Z Then with a furtive glance and a fawning obeisance, she hurried her companion past him, and down the street. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z They met—he with round, suspicious eyes snapping with eagerness, she with downcast lids and brassy brow, and each performed a charming obeisance. Faithful Margaret A Novel 2011-06-10T02:00:21.627Z Amandus made a low and bitter obeisance, Gustavus was far away, as if his soul stood on Mount Horeb, and only his body was here. The Invisible Lodge 2011-06-09T02:00:19.470Z As the finale, he offered his arm with a sweeping obeisance, and they strolled through the rooms, untenanted as yet save by themselves. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z He sat down near them after making them a profound obeisance. The Thousand and One Days A Companion to the 'Arabian Nights' 2011-06-04T02:00:14.880Z I reached the house just in time to escape a shower, making an enforced obeisance as I entered. A Rambler's lease 2011-05-22T02:00:11.507Z In the year 1307, Gessler, Vogt of the Emperor Albert of Hapsburg, set a hat on a pole, as symbol of imperial power, and ordered every one who passed by to do obeisance towards it. Curious Myths of the Middle Ages 2011-05-19T02:00:06.517Z "Quiet you, lady," said Oswald, with a low obeisance, and in tones which belied the warlike attitude and arms which he bore. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z “A prisoner,” replied the man, making a second obeisance. The Finger of Fate A Romance 2011-04-21T02:00:43.830Z After a thousand tender embraces, Lin-in at length tore himself from the arms of his son, and made a profound obeisance to Tchin. The Thousand and One Days A Companion to the 'Arabian Nights' 2011-06-04T02:00:14.880Z When Hagiwara saw the lady, he knelt down forthwith and made her due obeisance, till his forehead touched the ground. Japanese Fairy Tales 2011-04-15T02:00:14.617Z He lifted his hands to his forehead as he spoke, and made an oriental obeisance nearly to the earth. Captain Kyd, Vol. II or, The Wizard of the Sea 2011-04-11T02:00:12.290Z "I am much obliged for your condescension, lady; I feel highly honoured and greatly flattered by your compliment;" and again he made pretence of a low obeisance. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z It awoke a sympathetic response, for he bounded up to us and laid his head in the Lady Grey Eyes' lap in token of obeisance. I Walked in Arden 2011-04-10T02:00:06.137Z The despised rustic rides on—as he passes making awkward obeisance, by a spasmodic pluck at his forelock. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z And the child made obeisance till his forehead touched the mats. Japanese Fairy Tales 2011-04-15T02:00:14.617Z His subjects are the beggars and lepers of the city; they may render obeisance to their sovereign; but let no other person dare, or to speak with, save to revile him. Voices; Birth-Marks; The Man and the Elephant 2011-03-28T02:00:27.040Z They represent the first seven planets, and he does obeisance to them, touching his forehead and the ground three times with both hands. Omens and Superstitions of Southern India 2011-03-28T02:00:25.937Z Can any one look at that “allerdurchlauchtigster” without involuntarily making an obeisance? One Year Abroad 2011-03-27T02:00:18.457Z For this it had never known, accustomed all her life to the obeisance of black slaves, and the flattery of mulatto hand-maidens. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z After a second obeisance to the audience, no less courteous than the first, the Marquis of Lafayette descended from the tribunal and quickly gained the door of the hall. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z Do not interfere with the king’s court, let his subjects render obeisance. Voices; Birth-Marks; The Man and the Elephant 2011-03-28T02:00:27.040Z To all of these the astrologer gives due obeisance, touching his ears and the ground three times with both hands. Omens and Superstitions of Southern India 2011-03-28T02:00:25.937Z I was led to make my obeisance to the grand Inquisitor, who was a man of great politeness. Voltaire's Romances, Complete in One Volume 2011-03-20T02:00:21.247Z "He is making a very profound obeisance," said Tom. The Funny Philosophers Wags and Sweethearts 2011-03-19T02:00:11.277Z Without waiting for a reply, he made a low obeisance and left the room. Memories of a Musical Life 2011-03-10T03:00:45.530Z All at once an old priest approached them, exchanged a few words with Hiram, and said to the prince with a low obeisance,— “Be pleased, lord, to come with me.” The Pharaoh and the Priest An Historical Novel of Ancient Egypt 2011-03-08T03:00:42.177Z For this purpose, many sleep within the temple precincts, and those who sleep in their own houses are escorted thither by those who have been the first to make their obeisance. Omens and Superstitions of Southern India 2011-03-28T02:00:25.937Z In these New Naturalist restaurants, the diner is expected to pay the same obeisance to an unadorned mushroom that he does to its thrice-processed modernist version. As Foodie Scene Goes Mainstream, Some Chefs Still Opt Out 2011-03-02T08:00:00Z Entering the presence-chamber, he stood at the foot of the throne, and made a low obeisance. A Wonder Book and Tanglewood Tales For girls and boys 2011-02-25T03:01:12.793Z One has a vague idea of ceremony, bows, obeisances, ignorance, rapacity, and cruelty, but the idea is nebulous, and we need not stop. A Short History of Italy (476-1900) 2011-02-24T03:01:00.630Z “Eat and drink, worthy lords,” incited he, making obeisance. The Pharaoh and the Priest An Historical Novel of Ancient Egypt 2011-03-08T03:00:42.177Z The woman then makes obeisance to it, and makes a meal of curry and rice, on which cakes are placed. Omens and Superstitions of Southern India 2011-03-28T02:00:25.937Z I made an obeisance only a shade less in depth than the one I had bestowed upon the Sovereign. Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z All of this might force Obama to reconsider his obeisance to revenue neutrality, since under these models, tax revenue doesn’t remain neutral -- it soars. Laffer Curve Pays Billions If Obama Just Asks: Kevin Hassett 2011-02-14T00:05:39Z A splendid example of the obeisance characteristic of the Old Middle East. Why the Palestinian Authority Is Worried About Egypt 2011-02-05T07:00:00Z "I wish your Ladyship good-morning," said the girl, with a deep obeisance, and in a voice of perfect deference, while she retired towards the door. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. I (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:16.820Z They expected her to kneel and make obeisance, but a moment later she turned and, hurrying to the rightful Charles, dropped on her knees and gave him heartfelt salutation. The Car That Went Abroad Motoring Through the Golden Age 2011-01-27T03:00:39.880Z After considering a short time he arose, and having made a rude sacrificial altar, said to the queen, “Kneel down, and do me obeisance, and I shall tell you what made me laugh.” Santal Folk Tales 2011-01-26T03:00:24.700Z With a more graceful obeisance than would have been thought possible for his clumsy figure he took his leave, without having made the faintest allusion to the previous evening. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z And here he made a deep obeisance, pulling the halter so that Abdullah nearly fell to the ground. Khaled, A Tale of Arabia 2011-01-16T03:00:23.317Z He hates the Jews because Your uncle is a child of Abraham And will not do obeisance to a son Of Baal. The Blood of Rachel A Dramatization of Esther, and other poems 2011-01-14T03:00:46.933Z Then, without paying the slightest attentions to the obeisances of his man-servant: "Why didn't you bring the trap down here?" Sentimental Education Vol 1 2011-01-04T03:01:07.467Z They paid obeisance to the supreme pontiff and gathered at one side of the proscenium. Caravans By Night A Romance of India 2011-01-03T03:01:02.370Z It was a knee-jerk design modification made in obeisance to the myth that Americans hate hatchbacks. The Volkswagen Jetta's graceful ride back down to earth 2010-10-17T06:31:00Z For all the restrictions, most developers feel that obeisance to the laws of the Apple cosmos is worth it. Apple's Endless Expanding App Universe 2010-04-22T21:00:00Z No need to pay obeisance to the rival ideologies and idiosyncrasies of another party. Tricky coalitions 2010-04-02T23:32:00Z But keen students of Japan’s ritualised acts of obeisance noted that while he apologised and accepted responsibility for the firm’s failings he did not bow deeply in shame. 2010-02-09T08:36:00Z Various different modes of obeisance are practised by the Muslims. The Thousand and One Nights, Vol. I. Commonly Called the Arabian Nights' Entertainments The courtiers, with the ready instinct of their tribe, ever prompt to worship the rising sun, pressed eagerly forward to pay their obeisance to Geronimo. History of The Reign of Philip The Second King of Spain Volume The Third and Biographical & Critical Miscellanies In doing blind obeisance to the arms of warfare or the symbols of authority, the ancient world only varied from the modern as the usages of religion differ from those of idolatry. A Cursory History of Swearing Christian made his obeisance and retired, casting reproachful eyes up to heaven. The Undying Past I ought to rise and make obeisance to you, but I am too lazy. A Double Knot The deep obeisances of the doorkeepers showed that he was held of great consequence, and none questioned his right to introduce the two Englishmen to the sacred interior. The Great Mogul "Thou doest him obeisance!" cried the magician, with extraordinary emphasis— "Villain!" exclaimed the general. Calavar or The Knight of The Conquest, A Romance of Mexico On seeing them the sweeper made obeisance with the deepest of salaams; whereupon the Germans promptly stood to attention, clicked their heels and saluted. A Kut Prisoner These from their tiring-rooms overflowed presently, garbed like dreams, to make obeisance to the dowagers and then to drift through flower-lined corridors, the foam on recurrent waves of discovery. The Valiants of Virginia "The Herr wished to speak to me?" he asked, with a profound obeisance, which, however, he seemed to repent, when his little grey lynx eyes remarked that the stranger had no glass before him. Regina or the Sins of the Fathers Frau Sto�entin, her daughter, her grandson, and all the relatives, when doing obeisance to the princess, claimed the upholding of the decree of expulsion against my father. Bartholomew Sastrow Being the Memoirs of a German Burgomaster He kissed his hands for joy, and made obeisance to the wind that blew from Gotelind. Pictures of German Life in the XVIIIth and XIXth Centuries, Vol. I. Immediately after an arrival visits of ceremony were paid, each one made deep obeisance to the other, and observed strictly the customary etiquette. Pictures of German Life in the XVth XVIth and XVIIth Centuries, Vol. II. Above all, the amazing pi�ce de r�sistance of the afternoon won their obeisance to the genius. An Engagement of Convenience A Novel The menials made obeisance, and hastened to obey. Tales of the Wonder Club Volume I These each knight Graced with obeisance and "Our lord," said one, "Tenders ye courtesy until the dawn; The Earl Sir Damas; well in his wide keep, Seen thither with due worship, ye shall sleep." Accolon of Gaul with Other Poems The landlord withdrew, making an obeisance that was almost an oriental salaam. The Firebrand The castellan commenced a series of crouching cat-like obeisances, while the forester contrived to hit on the happiest transition from the most insolent aggressiveness to the respectful bluntness of the honest woodman. L'Arrabiata and Other Tales He cast a disgusted glance at Barres, squinted at Westmore through his greasy monocle in hostile silence; then, taking Esm�’s arm, made them all a too profound obeisance and sauntered away along the terrace. The Moonlit Way Being then admitted he advances to the bar of the House, makes three obeisances and says, “Mr Speaker, the king commands this honourable House to attend his majesty immediately in the House of Lords.” Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 1 "Bisharin" to "Bohea" Raicharan smiled faintly and said in reply: "I want to make obeisance to my mistress." Stories from Tagore They came in abruptly; their obeisance to the Emperor was less respectful than usual, and all glanced angrily upon the minister. Barbarossa; An Historical Novel of the XII Century. At the feast to the teacher by the patrons, the scholars are introduced and make two obeisances, one meant for Confucius, and the other for the present preceptor. Village Life in China A Study in Sociology He had entered with a hurried step, but the moment he was aware of the presence of the dame, he halted and removed his cap from his head, as he made a low obeisance. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency And the kings made obeisance With hand on breast, in fear. Later Poems He made obeisance to his old master and mistress. Stories from Tagore And with this passing shot, to which neither of his auditors responded, he made his final obeisance and calmly left the room. The Sword of Damocles A Story of New York Life He said, "Behold the sun and moon and the eleven stars made obeisance to me." Five Young Men Messages of Yesterday for the Young Men of To-day When Irma first saw him and made her obeisance to the royal couple, it required all her self-command, to refrain from sinking on her knees at his feet. On the Heights A Novel I made my obeisance to the king, as you told me; and he returned it as if I had been young and handsome. Lives of Celebrated Women I bowed deeply as she stood up; and recovering myself from my obeisance, looked up. Diary And Notes Of Horace Templeton, Esq. Volume I (of II) All incline with obeisance to the tree; and then sing and dance around it; ever a lady and a knight going together. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 355, May 1845 He told his brothers that he would be the tallest sheaf in the field and that they as lesser sheaves would come and make obeisance before him. Five Young Men Messages of Yesterday for the Young Men of To-day The doctor, hearing the rustling of her dress, had at once advanced and made his obeisance. On the Heights A Novel The simple Indian, as the first act of devotion, led up his whole family to do this act of obeisance. Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I. "She is yours, sir," said the Duchess, with a deep obeisance. Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience The lords and ladies here, approaching, paid Their homage, with a low obeisance made, And seem'd to venerate the sacred shade. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 355, May 1845 "I vas proud to discharge all de drops of my blood in your service, my lor'," said the knave, with a profound obeisance. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 They separated and, while making their obeisance, arranged themselves in two rows. On the Heights A Novel Chatted quite calmly for a moment, then blushed and started wriggling, trying to do obeisance from her wheeled chair. An Unknown Lover I sometimes feel inclined to kneel down and, do obeisance before the dresses in the Bond Street shops. The Daughters of a Genius A tuft of daisies on a flowery lea They saw, and thitherward they bent their way; To this both knights and dames their homage made, And due obeisance to the daisy paid. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 355, May 1845 The queen and her maids were thus employed, then, when the gentleman-usher, who stood at the door of the apartment, entered, and, with a low obeisance, presented a letter to the queen. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 Deeming his obeisance not low enough, one of the body-guard seized him by the back of the neck and forced his face down on to the very earth before the King. The White Shield Just then a Sherif of Syria came in, and, making obeisance to the Mahdi, said, "Sire, you are my relation!" Ten Years' Captivity in the Mahdi's Camp 1882-1892 Margaret made her obeisance before the earl, and, thanking him, withdrew. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative The poet, at the age of eighteen, is summoned by Mercury to do his obeisance at the Court of Love, "a lite before the Mount of Citheree," called further on Citheron. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 355, May 1845 The people themselves, enchanted with the product of their own abnegation, made their obeisance to us as to gods. The Goddess of Atvatabar Being the history of the discovery of the interior world and conquest of Atvatabar But make the sign of the cross; that will not break your arm, and then an obeisance. Peasant Tales of Russia The foreign sovereigns, under the dominating influence of the China empire, repair to Peking; first, as an act of obeisance and submission: secondly, to pay certain rents to the Emperor, whose vassals they consider themselves. Travels in Tartary, Thibet, and China During the years 1844-5-6. Volume 1 [of 2] And Saul perceived that it was Samuel, and he bowed with his face to the ground, and did obeisance. The Bible Story The baron was evidently impressed by the manly and dignified bearing of Lutfring, who stood erect while the native workmen were bowing and cringing in obeisance. The Romance of the Reaper As he entered the chapel, Te Deum was chanted by the whole brotherhood; and when the emperor had prostrated himself before the altar, the monks gathered round him, anxious to pay him their respectful obeisance. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 Then he stretched himself face downward beside it in a gesture of obeisance older than human history. The Lost Warship Making a low and deep obeisance, but without any other demonstration of deference for Gerald's rank, he stood patiently awaiting to be addressed. Gerald Fitzgerald The Chevalier And when Saul looked behind him, David bowed with his face to the earth, and did obeisance. The Bible Story Forming a complete half-circle with this, and in front of the altar, were thirteen other skeletons, their heads towards the chief, the bones of the arms crossed as in obeisance. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 95, September 1865 The Spanish prince was welcomed, on landing, by a goodly company of English lords, assembled to pay him their obeisance. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 Helen's eyes were in a soft mist as she raised them, and picking up her letter she made a graceful obeisance as she left the room. Helen Grant's Schooldays And so saying, and with a deep obeisance to all at either side of him, he passed out. Gerald Fitzgerald The Chevalier They all appeared very good humoured, made their obeisance to us after their fashion, and begged of us, by signs, to conduct them to our camp. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. Turn, with obeisance gladly paid, Towards the spot, where, full in view, The lovely Doe of whitest hue, 1815. The Poetical Works of William Wordsworth, Volume IV (of 8) Amantius took the two bishops and introduced them to the empress, and when she saw them she saluted them first and said: "Give me your blessing, fathers," and they did obeisance to her. Women of Early Christianity Visitors are expected to make obeisance to the dead. Japanese Girls and Women Revised and Enlarged Edition The Arabs say that every race of animals is governed by its chief, to whom the others are bound to pay obeisance. Visits To Monasteries in the Levant He made a sign of obeisance to the Jamaican. Black Man's Burden Emperor of the Romani," he began, when he rose from his obeisance, "a report reached me on my bed of pain of all that the barbarians had dared, and of what was going on here. A Struggle for Rome, v. 3 And all having seen did obeisance to the emperor, congratulating him that he had the privilege of seeing his son as emperor in his lifetime; and he rejoiced thereat. Women of Early Christianity Lady Wharton, a devout Catholic, crossing the chapel with Lady Jane when service was not being said, made her obeisance to the Host as they passed the altar. Ten Girls from History He exchanged bows and recognitions with several foreigners whose names he had forgotten, and acknowledged suitably the polite obeisance of the croupiers, as they rose to salute him. Davenport Dunn, Volume 2 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day And with a wave of his hand his Lordship dismissed Terry, who, after a series of respectful obeisances, gained the door and disappeared. Davenport Dunn, Volume 1 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day He impatiently signed to the ambassador, who entered at once, to rise from his obeisance. A Struggle for Rome, v. 1 He stepped into the little pantry to set down his burden and then made a profound obeisance. Command Selim made an obeisance, saying, "Thy will be done, O Sire!" Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace He made obeisance to the king, handed him a nassar of a hundred rupees, and declared in a strong, resonant voice that he was ready to fight the English, he and his three hundred men. Barclay of the Guides "I cannot possibly spare you, Mr. Dalton, at this moment;" and the man of law withdrew, with a most respectful obeisance. The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life Then she made a profound obeisance, turned to the door, cried "Agave!" and disappeared. A Struggle for Rome, v. 1 The youth laid his hand on his breast and made a deep obeisance. Command Labakan went up to him, made a low obeisance, and offered him the dagger, saying: "Here am I whom you seek." Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace He ordered, for instance, that every one should make obeisance to his palace, even when he was absent. The Memoirs of Madame Vigée Lebrun While they made obeisance in relays a group of young men approached the priests, bearing armfuls of orchids. The Portal of Dreams I had so arranged that every one should pass the Sultan and make obeisance. An Artist in Crime I arose at once, and saluted the general with a deep and respectful obeisance. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I Said, mute with astonishment, crossed his arms and made a low obeisance. Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace Fire, air, and water bow down and do obeisance to man. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 This personage now made two profound obeisances, one to the washerwoman and one to the little boy. Yellow-Cap and Other Fairy-Stories For Children At last the recitation was ended, and the signal given for them to form a line to do obeisance to the Sultan. An Artist in Crime The corporal made a respectful obeisance and withdrew into the corridor, rebuked. Wau-nan-gee or the Massacre at Chicago A Romance of the American Revolution Thus spake the duke; and the dwarf replied with a low obeisance: "It shall be as you say, my master; God willing, I will so provide that this prince of epicures shall be satisfied." Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace Reassured by this, the susceptible individual mentally and fiercely defied the blue-eyed intruder to do his worst, and with a reverential obeisance left the presence. The Witches of New York Strange! they also seemed to have taken up the jest, for one and all made deep obeisance to Raymond as they passed. Yellow-Cap and Other Fairy-Stories For Children MacPherson with a low obeisance, did so; then to MacNab the king spoke,— “Sir, as it appears you are acquainted with our language, why did you not reply to the question I put to you?” A Prince of Good Fellows The doors opened, and Emanuela came in followed by the stunted little Biagio Cubas with his guitar in his hands, making all manner of quaint obeisances and salutations. The Serapion Brethren. Vol. II "I, O Sire! and at your service!" replied the writer, crossing his arms on his breast and making a low obeisance. Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace Retinues of retainers rendered obeisance and executed the mandates of their lords. A Trip to the Orient The Story of a Mediterranean Cruise Then, with a third profound obeisance, he made a long step back towards the door. Yellow-Cap and Other Fairy-Stories For Children She courtesied like one in a trance; but the keen eyes of the king saw the tightening of her mother’s firm hand on her wrist while she made the obeisance which etiquette demanded. A Prince of Good Fellows As he passed he made a very profound obeisance. Olla Podrida The obeisances and greetings were then resumed, due reverence was paid to King Radama's monument, and the visitors, as they retired, were again cautioned not to put the left foot first over the threshold. Celebrated Women Travellers of the Nineteenth Century After a few words of congratulation, she passed across the hall, making a profound obeisance to the Emperor on the way. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 93, July, 1865 Werner, like all Sunday children, Saw much more than other mortals; So he quickly recognised him, And made him a low obeisance. The Trumpeter of Säkkingen A Song from the Upper Rhine. They were footmen to death, and the crowd made subtle obeisance to this august dignity derived from three prospective graves. The Monster and Other Stories Then the Emperor and chief mandarin arose, and the latter solemnly bade the officers to do obeisance to their Emperor. 1931: A Glance at the Twentieth Century But Spring in the country,—O season rightly named!—a goddess-queen glides through the heavens and the earth, and all that is therein springs up to meet her and do obeisance. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 92, June, 1865 The old man made an obeisance so low that the King was amused, and threw him a handful of silver. Legends & Romances of Brittany And these two images of the sun doing obeisance, and the sheaves bowing down,—narrowed and imperfect intimations of great truth which yet could not be otherwise conveyed,—are both grotesque. The Stones of Venice, Volume III (of 3) As he was approaching the postern door by which he always entered when alone, a man stepped forth from the shadow and presented himself with an obeisance in the Prince’s path. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 4 (of 25) The slaves were now, with low obeisances, inviting them to seat themselves on the divan which lined part of the hall. The Brass Bottle To him came T�mat�a, the basket slung in his hand, And paid him the due obeisance standing as vassals stand. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 14 (of 25) She was bowing to the altar, making an obeisance so deep, so beautifully reverent, that the priest could never have guessed she was not a Catholic. Aurora the Magnificent Mr. Bumpkin meekly pulled his hair, and humbly bowed obeisance as to his benefactor. The Humourous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit And the gesture in Finn's direction, with which they turned away from the rock, was as near to being a salutation, an obeisance, as anything that mortal dingo has ever achieved. Finn The Wolfhound Entering the schoolroom, she inclined her head with a decent obeisance, as had been her wont in former times. Shirley They rise from obscurity, and finding wealth at their command, imagine that they can command obeisance and popularity. The Sign of Silence With a low obeisance, the slave replied: "Master, I never knew any one to be elected who was not a candidate." Life and Literature Over two thousand extracts from ancient and modern writers, and classified in alphabetical order The drunkard drunkennesse, the sluggard rest, Th’ Ambitious honour and obeisance due. Democritus Platonissans I climbed down from the bench, feeling my cheeks burn hotly, and made obeisance. Beyond the Frontier A Romance of Early Days in the Middle West It does not entice admiration, but exacts obeisance by brute force. Carmen Ariza The actual obeisance was too sacred in itself to film. How I Filmed the War A Record of the Extraordinary Experiences of the Man Who Filmed the Great Somme Battles, etc. When he had made obeisance, by falling flat and taking off his shoes, he received from this heavenly messenger precise instructions as to the capture of the doomed city. Bible Romances First Series James Hepburn, of Keith, with drawn sword, led the way; beautiful women distributed white cockades to enraptured Jacobites; the stateliest chivalry of Scotland made obeisance to its rightful Prince. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 The branches which they bore were delivered to the strangers with low obeisance, indicating entire submission. Due South or Cuba Past and Present It was the lever by which he moved the world, and clubbed its dull-witted inhabitants into servile obeisance! Carmen Ariza Yaroslav made his obeisance to the Tsar, mounted his horse, and rode forth. The Russian Garland being Russian Folk Tales Milo made a low obeisance, departed without further speech, and in a few moments ushered in from the bacchanalian revels a maid for his mistress. The Pirate Woman The inspector made a swift obeisance, with arms spread wide. Sjambak Now and again we met little gangs of trusted slaves, who had been sent out on special errands, all of whom recognized Don Herero, and made him a respectful obeisance, which he very carefully returned. Due South or Cuba Past and Present They came to a jerking halt, threw themselves prone upon the floor, arms outstretched in obeisance. Slaves of Mercury When the Princess Drushnevna heard these words, she thanked her father, made her obeisance, and went out. The Russian Garland being Russian Folk Tales The wind moaned down the mountain side, and the slender trees swayed and bent; only the heavy and ponderous cactus remained motionless, a formidable monarch receiving obeisance from supple courtiers. The Strollers Kalliope completed her obeisance and realized almost at once that she had won the position of lady’s maid to the Queen. The Island Mystery Then you will bow to the people assembled in the courtyard,—for there is aways a mob of them there, late and early,—and you will make another low obeisance to me. The O'Ruddy A Romance The one, of high-caste parentage, Brahminism has irrevocably decreed shall be all his life, no matter how stupid or vicious, a privileged and "superior" being, to whom all lower orders must make obeisance. Where Half The World Is Waking Up The Old and the New in Japan, China, the Philippines, and India, Reported With Especial Reference to American Conditions The Tsar’s daughter made her obeisance to her father, left the hall, and ordered Bova to be brought before her. The Russian Garland being Russian Folk Tales After a profound obeisance, he retired, amid the tears and acclamations of a most crowded and brilliant audience. Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History When a man is about to start off hunting, it is very lucky for him to dream of meeting a god in the mountains, to whom he gives presents, and to whom he makes obeisance. Aino Folk-Tales But there was not one of them who did not bow low, after the manner of one making an obeisance rather than exchanging greetings. The Traitors They objected to sitting down, making at the same time many low obeisances, which they did by stooping the body, and raising the hands, closed one over the other, to their face. Account of a Voyage of Discovery to the West Coast of Corea, and the Great Loo-Choo Island His bonnet alone was like that of other men; for what could a true highlander substitute for the blue bonnet? but he neither doffed it, nor made any motions of obeisance as he approached. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume VI The archbishop came, and we went forward to receive him, making the obeisance due to the prelate; with that, the prohibition was recalled, and we remained free to enter the churches. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898—Volume 39 of 55 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, Volume XXXIX: 1683-1690 I had only begun my well-practiced obeisance when Her Grace the Marchioness, to my mingled surprise and embarrassment, extended a gracious hand and murmured my name in a particularly kind voice. Penelope's Progress Being Such Extracts from the Commonplace Book of Penelope Hamilton As Relate to Her Experiences in Scotland They decked her with the ruddy gold, And her to the hall convey’d; Sir Strange the knight, so fair and fine, A low obeisance made. The Mermaid's Prophecy and Other Songs Relating to Queen Dagmar The little brown spider came and made her obeisance, all in a fuzz of fear, for she could not imagine why she was called into the presence of the Queen. The Fairy Nightcaps The weird thane came forth to meet him; he bowed his head and made obeisance. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume VI On the 17th, being the Emperor's birth-day, all the princes and officers about the palace assembled in their robes of ceremony, to make their obeisance to the throne in the great hall of audience. Travels in China, Containing Descriptions, Observations, and Comparisons, Made and Collected in the Course of a Short Residence at the Imperial Palace of Yuen-Min-Yuen, and on a Subsequent Journey through the Country from Pekin to Canton I continued, mischievously; ‘shall I do, Raby?’ and I made a sweeping obeisance to him, such as Esther might have made to Ahasuerus, but no like scepter of favor was extended to me. Wee Wifie As he spoke, he brought his wife before the King and she made an obeisance. Operas Every Child Should Know Descriptions of the Text and Music of Some of the Most Famous Masterpieces After making his obeisance to the king and queen of the tournament, Mrs. and Mr. Mumbles, he took his place in the centre. Forgotten Tales of Long Ago He made no obeisance to his nephew, nor did he in any other way seem to recognize or acknowledge him as his sovereign. Richard III Makers of History Miss Derrick!" said the doctor obeying this direction with an obeisance,—"you are free to command, and I can but obey. Say and Seal, Volume I In relating his second dream to his brethren he said— "Behold, I have dreamed a dream more; and, behold, the sun and the moon, and the eleven stars made obeisance to me." The Astronomy of the Bible An Elementary Commentary on the Astronomical References of Holy Scripture Another lion came and laid his huge head on Tomaso’s knees, as if doing obeisance. Kings in Exile At the sight of Mr. Morse, the wood gatherer hesitated, made a sort of obeisance, and proceeded to move on. Rose O'Paradise At her entrance the Maids of Honour all rose from their seats and made obeisances which, but for the Court Godmother's revelations of their ancestries, would have occasioned their Sovereign agonies of embarrassment. In Brief Authority He left her with a graceful, reverential obeisance; and Faith went in. Say and Seal, Volume I He made a very low obeisance to the king, and treated him in every respect with the utmost consideration. Richard II Makers of History The crowd believed, worshipped, and went to Szybow as to a holy place, to make obeisance and ask for advice, consolation, and medicines. An Obscure Apostle A Dramatic Story The system has taken body and shape, as it were, and sits upon the Seven Hills, a mysterious, awe-inspiring divinity or demon; and the Pope, equally with the friar, bows his head and does obeisance. Pilgrimage from the Alps to the Tiber Or The Influence of Romanism on Trade, Justice, and Knowledge One by one the Gods come out of the house, and arrange themselves in a semicircle, to the left and right, each as he passes making obeisance to Zeus. Hypolympia Or, The Gods in the Island, an Ironic Fantasy It is that or some such song they sing, refusing even then to make obeisance to heroic sentiment. A Padre in France One, of whom I had no recollection of having previously seen, approached me with an obeisance decidedly French to remind me that he was the "baggage man" and attended to it when I arrived. Shadow and Light An Autobiography with Reminiscences of the Last and Present Century Selpdorf alone stood erect, forgetting, in her indignation, to join in the general obeisance. A Modern Mercenary William Baker had ceased to recognize or give obeisance to it. The Great Gray Plague The porter introduced him, and he very humbly made obeisance to the emperor. Mediaeval Tales Thou hast had thy wish, boy, and obtained what was doubtless thy object: a chain for a kiss, a locket for an obeisance. In Doublet and Hose A Story for Girls Contrasting the two men—regarding the superior size and more formidable aspect of the owner of the cabin, you would expect his guest to make some show of obeisance to him. The Wild Huntress Love in the Wilderness The gaol-governor, making humble obeisance, silently awaited the examination, as a witness in the box who fears he may himself soon stand in the dock. The Free Lances A Romance of the Mexican Valley Rather, they all gave obeisance to the intangible Authority of Science, and stood together as self-appointed vicars of that Authority, demanding penance for the slightest blasphemy against it. The Great Gray Plague The porter opened the gate, and made a low obeisance to him. Mediaeval Tales The musicians and dancers hired for the occasion also did obeisance to them, before they began their part. Museum of Antiquity A Description of Ancient Life Mesrour then delights to make the obeisances my rank deserves, but which in the presence of the giaours would excite mocking laughter. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton The troubadour makes a low obeisance before the throne. Jewish Literature and Other Essays The woman—an old crone, with a face like a carved nutcracker—dropped an obeisance and stood with her eyes fixed on the ground. Merry-Garden and Other Stories But to those who are still of earth and can but conceive God's fatherhood according to earthly similitudes, it will not ordain a prone obeisance. Apologia Diffidentis "Sir, I durst not disturb you," answered the punctilious valet, with a lowly obeisance. A Book About Lawyers Sit there, fair lady mine, while your humble slave makes obeisance. Colonel Carter's Christmas and The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman So he contented himself with what might pass for an obeisance and some vague words of apology. The Doomsman Dr. Lawton makes a profound obeisance, to which Mrs. Curwen responds in burlesque. Five O'Clock Tea Farce They sat in silence together, when Hakem, entering, made his obeisance, and presented Augustus to the astonished Maria. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 62, Number 361, November, 1845. The gatekeeper in Doughty Street daily makes him low obeisance, knowing the historic value and interest of his courtly presence. A Book About Lawyers They ascended into the hall, where they performed their obeisances. A History of the Japanese People From the Earliest Times to the End of the Meiji Era Then with downcast eyes and formal obeisance they ushered the Spaniards into the royal presence. The True Story Book I fear he will not perform due obeisance to the Great King.” A Victor of Salamis |
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