| 单词 | obsequiously |
| 例句 | These were men of high standing and the regent received them courteously, but not obsequiously; he treated them on equal terms, as they did him. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z In obsequiously seeking their favor, Koons has retreated into a preschooler’s sense of security as well as an idolater’s bargain with fate. When Jeff Koons painted Michel Jackson white 2013-06-10T16:18:00Z Walker’s cartoon reflects criticism that Taft, Roosevelt’s secretary of war, obsequiously followed the president’s lead. Late-night shows still make fun of politicians’ looks. Are these jokes justified — or even funny? 2019-04-10T04:00:00Z The old king, on the verge of madness, decides to split his kingdom among his three daughters, giving the largest share to the daughter who most obsequiously declares her love for him. You Know About King Lear. A New Novel Tells His Banished Queen’s Tale. 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z We smiled obsequiously at each other, then I turned and took the stairs up two decks to the brushed-wood cocktail lounge, the Commodore Club. T Magazine: The Love Boat 2012-11-14T22:00:06Z Herschel obsequiously named that planet Georgium Sidus to the delight of King George III, who later offered him a salary with the title of “the King’s Astronomer.” William Herschel Is Famous for Science. What About His Music? 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z Heinrich replies, “That is how empires end, a mad old bat being treated obsequiously in a provincial hotel.” Colm Toibin’s ‘The Magician’ Intimately Recaptures a Literary Giant 2021-08-31T04:00:00Z West of Nash’s obsequiously named Regent Street, London society made and obeyed the rules of a mini-Versailles. Jane Austen Writes, Napoleon Fights and Britain Becomes Modern 2019-05-31T04:00:00Z But they also obsequiously drop the names of enough prominent curators and artists to fill an art gala guest list. ?Happy Days in the Art World? at Performa 11 2011-10-31T22:10:32Z A wealthy, bumbling suitor arrives, and the heroine’s parents chase away their daughter’s charming love interest, obsequiously fawning over the wealthy prospect. Dance Review: No Mozart, but Plenty of Whimsy 2010-10-01T22:59:00Z He laughed easily, but not ostentatiously, or obsequiously. American talk shows are mostly fluff. British TV titan Michael Parkinson reached higher 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z A state of permanent war creates complex bureaucracies, sustained by compliant politicians, journalists, scientists, technocrats and academics, who obsequiously serve the war machine. Don't believe the hype: Ukraine is rapidly becoming another war gone wrong 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z Strip away these ideologues' medals and fancy degrees, and you find craven careerists who obsequiously serve the war industry that ensures their promotions and showers them with money. Stop worrying and love the bomb: Proxy war with Russia is sliding toward apocalypse 2022-10-27T04:00:00Z His voice strained by anger, Putin charged that Russians who oppose the war in Ukraine were a “fifth column” obsequiously serving Western interests and ready to “sell their own mother.” Putin likens opponents to ‘gnats,’ signaling new repression 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z In recent times, the state has become known as a haven for those celebrating rugged individualism, but its leaders have bowed to that principle obsequiously. Column: 'Death panels' arrive — in COVID-stricken, Republican Idaho 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z In January and February, when President Trump was obsequiously praising Chinese President Xi Jinping’s handling of the outbreak, his administration knew that the Chinese government was lying to the world. Opinion | The way to defeat China is to be true to ourselves 2020-06-03T04:00:00Z Mr. Netanyahu is accused of accepting gifts and obsequiously positive press from Israeli media moguls in exchange for official actions that proved highly lucrative for the businessmen. Israeli High Court Lets Netanyahu Form Government, Despite Indictments 2020-05-06T04:00:00Z “Of course, I will do everything,” the judge handling the case said obsequiously. After Exposing Corruption in Russian Courts, He’s Now in Jail Himself 2020-03-27T04:00:00Z That’s why Republicans on the Hill who so obsequiously stand by him will eventually learn it wasn’t worth it, just as Cohen warned them. Opinion | The Sycophant and the Sociopath 2019-03-02T05:00:00Z Before you leave, a customs official in a dark suit will take your ticket and passport and then return 10 minutes later, smiling obsequiously and extending your stamped documents with both hands. Kidnapped Royalty Become Pawns in Iran’s Deadly Plot 2018-03-14T04:00:00Z Not to beat a dead horse, but if Trump wishes to demonstrate transparency, as Sarah Sanders has so obsequiously told us is so, then he can release his tax returns at the same time. Trump Clears the Way for Release of Secret Republican Memo 2018-02-01T05:00:00Z British prime ministers are obsequiously paranoid about maintaining what they see as the special relationship with America’s presidents. A very British row 2017-11-30T05:00:00Z The busy waitstaff dressed in all black never stays in one spot long, though restaurant managers obsequiously check on VIP customers. A glimpse inside Sotto Sotto Ristorante, the scene of the Blake Griffin fight 2016-02-11T05:00:00Z “Gradgrindian” consequently became an adjective to describe one who is obsequiously devoted to facts. On Twitter, Too Much Information, Not Enough Knowledge The anti-patent crowd gushed obsequiously, but largely overlooked one embarrassing fact: Twitter didn’t own any patents. The Three Ways To License Patents 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z "If we obsequiously accept the Chinese Communist Party's fake universal suffrage, how we can hold our heads high before the world?" the newspaper's columnist Lee Yee asks. China media: GSK case 2013-07-17T06:39:43Z Then, when underlings came to him, obsequiously asking for his orders in regard to small matters, he said he could not be worried about trifles. Mrs. Thompson A Novel 2012-04-25T02:01:10.557Z "Your Majesty is doubtless right," the President answered obsequiously. The Man in Black 2012-03-30T02:00:14.473Z Mr. Lane hurried obsequiously to the door, looked out, and returned. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z “Nothing new so far, your Majesty,” Loris-Melikoff answered obsequiously, yet with something like triumph, as if the powerlessness of the police were only too natural and substantiated his views on the general state of things. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z He stopped and looked round; his courtiers obsequiously applauded. The Making of a Saint 2012-03-16T02:00:25.243Z But when a bystander, smirking obsequiously, passed him a jest on Soubise, and with his finger pointed the jest, he had the same hard unmoved face for the gibe as for the dead. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z Da Costa touched his cap obsequiously to her and gave her the course, which she repeated after him, with mechanical precision. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z "Home, my lady?" he asked obsequiously, and passed the word; finally, when the chair moved off, he looked up and down, and came in slowly, whistling. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z Also, it is remarkable how some of them giggle obsequiously at ordinary things she says. Ann Pfau, Veteran Judge, Gets a Crash Course on the Bench 2012-03-01T15:46:05Z A few obsequiously took off their hats, but most gave no greeting; all around her was silence, a few murmurs, an oath or two muttered under breath, but that was all. The Making of a Saint 2012-03-16T02:00:25.243Z The Cardinal looked at it while the man stood with his head obsequiously bent; my heart beat furiously. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z He was obsequiously received by an observant head-waiter, and shown to a table which suited his immediate needs to a nicety. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z "Lord, your honour, no hurry, we can wait till you've done," the foremost answered, tugging obsequiously at the uncocked flap of his hat; while his companion sucked his stick and stared. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z “Yes, surely,” answered the officer obsequiously, thinking of further legal business. Ralph, the Train Dispatcher The Mystery of the Pay Car 2012-02-29T03:00:25.457Z They perceived that reason lays her own plans, takes the initiative with her own principles, and must compel nature to answer her questions, instead of obsequiously following its leading-string. Transcendentalism in New England A History 2012-02-18T03:00:16.210Z When the party presently reached the house, and the few servants who remained came out obsequiously to receive them, the boy felt his loneliness and sudden insignificance still more keenly. A Little Wizard 2012-02-15T03:00:38.160Z We thought him a milksop, a tame cat, a poor, weak, interloping, unprofitable creature who would sidle obsequiously into your house, and make his home there. The Four Corners of the World 2012-01-26T03:00:15.920Z "Dear, dear, I beg your honour's pardon, I am sure," Grocott exclaimed, bowing and wriggling obsequiously. Sophia A Romance 2012-03-18T02:00:22.773Z His hand was on the Bible when suddenly he leaned over the reading desk and beckoned to the sexton, who obsequiously mounted the steps to receive a mysterious message. Recitations for the Social Circle 2012-01-17T03:00:22.643Z Lady St Edmunds endeavoured to dissuade me, but I was inflexible; and at last Lord Frederick, who still obsequiously attended me, offered to go and enquire for my carriage. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z The house was frequented by all the friends of the host, who were obsequiously effusive in smiles, flattery, and genuflections. The Fourth Estate, vol. 2 2011-12-25T03:00:12.817Z Whereupon the old cripple again stood forth from his concealment, this time from behind the trunk of the wide spreading oak and, leaning on his stick, obsequiously doffed his hat. An Oregon Girl A Tale of American Life in the New West 2011-11-17T03:00:31.330Z I was polite, obsequiously respectful — mindful of using the honorific, “sir.” 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LT: More than a new name, Chevy?s new Sonic can compete 2011-11-06T00:33:00Z Come up this moment, you devil!' while Langley obsequiously replied, 'Coming this moment, my angel!' Adeline Mowbray or, The Mother and Daughter 2011-11-04T02:00:17.120Z Like Chicot, the jester, who could speak his mind fearlessly to his "Henriquet," while the ordinary courtier cringed obsequiously, Mayeux shared the proverbial privilege of children and buffoons, to speak the truth. The History of the Nineteenth Century in Caricature 2011-10-04T02:00:18.533Z “Gracious lady,” said Caleb, obsequiously, “the rain has ceased and your litter waits.” The Tour A Story of Ancient Egypt 2011-09-23T02:00:23.040Z The stranger now saw no alternative between obsequiously submitting, or immediately relinquishing her asylum. The Wanderer (Volume 1 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:27.667Z But nothing came of it except a murmur of general incredulity, obsequiously confirmed by the Cocoa Man, and from the other Jock's wagging head a sentimental echo: 'Thish ol' feller! Notes of a Camp-Follower on the Western Front 2011-09-09T02:01:03.463Z The gentlemen considered the request only natural, and at once retired, obsequiously giving precedence as they went to Kucsuk Pasha. 'Midst the Wild Carpathians 2011-09-09T02:00:57.830Z To this august command from Kyoto, the Shogunate could but respond very obsequiously, being intimidated somewhat by the loud clamour of these conservative patriots. An Introduction to the History of Japan 2011-08-25T02:00:29.177Z Biff obsequiously calls George "Mr. McFly" because he's afraid that George will call the authorities and report him for not fulfilling his sentencing requirements. How did Rocky and Drago avoid steroid testing? 2011-08-22T17:01:00Z If Aymer chanced to pass near them he was saluted with ironical bows and cheers, and hats were obsequiously doffed to “My Lord Muck,” or “My Lord Would-Be.” World's End A Story in Three Books 2011-08-16T02:00:47.740Z The waiters came obsequiously to wait upon them for fear of a scene, whilst the officers pretending to hear and see nothing, seemed to him the worst thing he had seen yet. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z "Yes, there used to be an old witch here, worshipful sir," said the village elder obsequiously. 'Midst the Wild Carpathians 2011-09-09T02:00:57.830Z It was while she sat in her old place in French class, listening to the obsequiously polite adjurations 44 of Professor Fontaine, that she remembered the still undelivered note from her mother to Miss Archer. Marjorie Dean, High School Junior 2011-07-25T02:00:16.780Z "May it please your worship, the prisoners are forbidden to smoke," he said obsequiously. The Strange Story of Rab R?by 2011-07-17T02:00:30.943Z At this moment Sir Edward Stephenson crossed the room with his eyes fixed upon her, and with evident curiosity to find out who it was his stately brother-in-law was escorting so obsequiously. The Widow Barnaby Vol. III (of 3) 2011-07-01T02:00:15.707Z Bowing obsequiously, the man inquired whether he had occasion for anything. Auriol or, The Elixir of Life 2011-06-24T02:00:23.867Z "I bring the little cup," he said, smiling obsequiously at the royal lover. Ancient Manners Also Known As Aphrodite 2011-06-13T02:00:23.863Z He bowed to Mamma as obsequiously as if she were a duchess, and this garret her drawing-room, and stepping inside, closed the door behind him. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z Politely ushering them into the long, cool drawing room, the maid obsequiously bowed them to seats and vanished. Marjorie Dean High School Senior 2011-06-06T02:00:09.407Z "We didn't know that she was going to sit there," said an usher, obsequiously. Overshadowed A Novel 2011-05-07T02:00:24.483Z He turned to go out, the hall-keeper obsequiously holding the door. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z Gaston watched his enemy for awhile as he now settled himself at the table, with Jean Marie ministering obsequiously to his wants. Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z The coachman bowed obsequiously as the two emerged from the car. Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale 2011-04-05T02:00:12.720Z "To every word, Sir," said O'Rorke, obsequiously; and, indeed, it was strangely like magnetism the effect produced upon him, when Ladarelle assumed the tone and manner of a superior. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z It was introduced by Mistress Dorothy herself—to whom of course every one obsequiously listened. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z A disreputable-looking man stood at the door of his waiting taxi and obsequiously opened it. Who? 2011-02-09T03:00:47.380Z "If you please, madam," said Hooper, obsequiously, "little Master Pepper is downstairs now." Ben Pepper 2011-02-07T03:00:21.607Z There was a hearty laugh as the servant opened the door, bowing most obsequiously as several passed out before him, he following to do the honors of the "young gentleman." Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale 2011-04-05T02:00:12.720Z "This is Fourteen, Sir; and considered very good," said the butler, obsequiously; for humble as the guest appeared, his master's orders were to treat him with every deference and attention. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z "Might I venture to ask," said I, obsequiously, "how is it that I find a man of your acquirements and ability in such a position as this?" Paul Gosslett's Confessions in Love, Law, and The Civil Service 2011-02-04T03:00:18.850Z And he doffed his hat, and bowed obsequiously as he spoke. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. I (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:16.820Z There were five of them: he first and four officers who kept bowing to him obsequiously. The Woman of Mystery 2011-01-15T03:00:36.260Z Waiters hunched and bowed and obsequiously overdosed on the word “sir” or “sahib” when serving. Currents: The Ideas Shaping a New India 2011-01-14T12:10:13Z It sometimes happens that time and tide will not wait obsequiously even on the children of prosperity. The Rival Crusoes The Ship Wreck also A Voyage to Norway; and The Fisherman's Cottage. 2011-01-06T03:00:54.123Z "Oh, your reverence can understand that I wanted to keep an eye on the young lord!" said Mrs Jeal, obsequiously. The Pagan's Cup 2011-01-06T03:00:42.697Z "Certainly not, my lady," he replied, bowing obsequiously. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z Bouquet than usually on his lawn handkerchief, and passed through the door which Jean obsequiously opened as light and free and as irresistible as ever, although burdened with the memory of his recent defeat. Problematic Characters A Novel 2010-12-26T03:00:15.780Z Three negroes made their appearance at the house of a lady much respected in the neighbourhood, and asked most obsequiously for a drink. Jonathan and His Continent Rambles Through American Society 2010-12-20T17:12:16.420Z The colonel stalked away, with his rifle in the hollow of his arm, the Indians giving place obsequiously; but he turned back to Cyril. Real Gold A Story of Adventure There he was at last, handing his hat and coat to one who bent obsequiously. The Guarded Heights When the maid left he pulled the door open obsequiously and bowed and scraped as she passed through. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z He conformed to their taste; he flattered their foibles and obsequiously bowed to the minutia of female volatility. Alida or, Miscellaneous Sketches of Incidents During the Late American War. Founded on Fact "Your Excellency has not added your address," said the clerk, obsequiously. Tony Butler The patron of the venta fell back a couple of steps, and the two serving men ceased to grin and instead bowed most obsequiously. The Firebrand Uncovered heads were bent obsequiously; graceful salutations met him as he went; while a hundred conjectures ran as to who and what might be his companion. The Fortunes Of Glencore For a time they rode on in silence, the secretary falling obsequiously a little to the rear. Valeria The Martyr of the Catacombs "I am waiting for you, my Lord Duke," said Rica, obsequiously. Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) Oh, Mr. Linton!" cried the other, obsequiously, as hat in hand he made his approaches, "there has been such a business since I wrote—" "Is he here? Roland Cashel Volume I (of II) A moment afterwards the door was opened, and the landlord obsequiously ushered in a stranger. A Pair of Schoolgirls A Story of School Days "I have no doubt of it, gentlemen," said the host, obsequiously; "but it would please me still better to receive it now—particularly as I have not the honour of knowing the distinguished company." Diary And Notes Of Horace Templeton, Esq. Volume I (of II) "It's in the cupboard, Sir," said Sam, obsequiously. Flora Lyndsay or, Passages in an Eventful Life Vol. II. "It would be ungenerous, my Lord Duke, to refuse you anything in my power to grant," said Rica, obsequiously. Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) “Morning’s paper, Sir Hilton,” said the man, obsequiously, as he drew a sporting-print from his pocket and held it out meaningly turned down at a particular spot. Sir Hilton's Sin "Your suite is ready for you, Mr. Keane," the clerk said obsequiously. Mask of Death There was often in this man a height of presumption, which did not spare even the sacred precincts of the court; but Pranken smiled very obsequiously. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine He moved obsequiously to the door, opened it and spoke to someone beyond my range of vision. Backlash "No, indeed, sir; nothing," said the waiter, obsequiously. A Day's Ride A Life's Romance “Ho, Samhlu!” he called to the stable boy, who was passing, and now turned hurriedly, obsequiously. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion The Totonac chiefs, and the priests clotted with the blood of their brutal sacrifices, now docile as children, obeyed obsequiously the demands of the haughty reformer. Hernando Cortez Makers of History "I have heard," said the General, bowing obsequiously—"I have heard, your Majesty, that he is little better." Arthur O'Leary His Wanderings And Ponderings In Many Lands "May I ask the name of Lady Lackington's family?" said Twining, obsequiously. Davenport Dunn, Volume 2 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day "Would you like it at once, Herr Graf?" said the host, obsequiously. A Day's Ride A Life's Romance "What fellows, your honour?" said the man, as he touched his hat obsequiously. The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago For a moment the clear vision of Archy obsequiously waiting on the captain, getting him some hot water perhaps, or laying out a fresh suit of underwear, troubled the darkness of Mr. Spokesly's ruminations. Command "Would yer honour be so kind as to write it on a bit of paper for me?" said Owen, almost obsequiously. St. Patrick's Eve "Am I to have the honor of offering my felicitations, sir?" said Hankes, obsequiously; "are the reports of the newspapers as to a certain happy event to be relied on?" Davenport Dunn, Volume 2 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day Mistaking him for the chief counsel on the other side, the landlord bowed obsequiously, and, without further parley, introduced him into the room where D'Esmonde and Cahill were then sitting. The Daltons, Volume II (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life "I'm to wait for him here, sir," said I, most obsequiously. Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas "Boy as he is, sir," said Barton, obsequiously, "he was in the full confidence of that notorious French captain for whose capture you offered a reward of one thousand pounds." Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I "Would madam like to change her clothes?" asked the old woman obsequiously. Pretty Michal The lord of the castle had signified that “it was his royal pleasure to be drunk,” and the gentlemen of his train had obsequiously followed their master. Devil Stories An Anthology If your most noble highness will let me speak," said Gaillon, cringing obsequiously, "I have important tidings which will not keep till morning. Marguerite De Roberval A Romance of the Days of Jacques Cartier “It is ready, sir,” obsequiously replied the landlord, who had just sense enough in his dull cranium to reflect also, by way of complement, “So is Constable Swallow.” Mistress Nell A Merry Tale of a Merry Time I can not say why, except that he hung about his master obsequiously, power pack smoothly purring, and he was slim limbed, nickel-plated, and wore, I thought, a smug expression on his viziplate. B-12's Moon Glow Ten of the judges obsequiously allowed of the prerogative to the full. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 I am pleased to see you, sir—to congratulate you on your late success”; and with that he was gone, obsequiously bowing as he passed. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 13 (of 25) He walked past her into the hall, and the little manservant suddenly materialised in the middle of the space and came forward to brush him obsequiously. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman It caused the officious station-master to hasten forward, and then, at the sight of this arrogant and somewhat important old gentleman, to bow obsequiously and assist his entrance to the carriage. With Joffre at Verdun A Story of the Western Front But it did not make him easier because the padre listened so obsequiously, with never a quiver before the horror and misery pictured. The Missourian Swiftly, but obsequiously, they glided out of the room, and with traces of terror stamped on their blanched countenances, silently sought the little neighbouring Railway Station, and took the next train to London. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98 February 15, 1890 “I’m vexed you should be present at this business,” quoth Uncle Adam, swinging rather obsequiously towards the stonemason; “but I must remind you it is of your own seeking.” The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 13 (of 25) The Senhor Ribiera," announced the major-domo obsequiously, "begs that the Senhor Bell will oblige him by waiting for the shortest of moments until the Senhor Ribiera can relieve himself of a business matter. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, May, 1930 "He was taken, Master," said a fat man with hard eyes, obsequiously, "he was taken in Bolivia." Astounding Stories of Super-Science, August 1930 Juarez wondered if his orderly had gone crazy, for the newcomer thus obsequiously presented looked to be a species of ancient vagabond. The Missourian Overwhelmed by the appearance of a guest of such manifest distinction, the landlord bowed obsequiously as the other entered the tavern with a supercilious nod. The Strollers Mary turned to her own particular counter, and she saw the big man leave the store, as the manager obsequiously bowed him out. Traffic in Souls A Novel of Crime and Its Cure But the curse which you have mainly to avoid is that which so often falls on those who waste their time and suffer their energies to evaporate in weakly and obsequiously waiting upon it. Leading Articles on Various Subjects Andrea listened, obsequiously attentive, and when it was over he took his hat off, in a grand manner, and bending, kissed her hand. The Prisoner Early in the morning, Vitachuco called upon De Soto, and very obsequiously solicited him to confer upon him the honor of witnessing a grand muster of his subjects. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots Symm raised his hand and an Irwadian waiter brought over a drink in a purple stem glass with a filigree pattern of titanium, bowing obsequiously. Equation of Doom “I’ve been wanting to meet you for a long time, Mr. Dunne,” said the congressman obsequiously, after the Judge had introduced him. David Dunne A Romance of the Middle West The old woman bowed obsequiously, as if pleading pardon. Rose O'Paradise Certainly, your Royal Highness," said the Baron obsequiously, "your wishes shall be obeyed.... In Brief Authority When the appointed day arrived, Alfonso made his appearance, surrounded by his courtiers, all obsequiously vying in praise of his glory and virtue, and contemptuous denunciations of his daring accuser. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 5 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History No doubt at this moment it is obsequiously rustling over the odious usurper. Hypolympia Or, The Gods in the Island, an Ironic Fantasy There were ladies too who drove up to the door in their carriages and were shown into the back office, and who when they came out again were attended by Mr. Dale himself, bowing obsequiously. A Romantic Young Lady The little party of newcomers, before whom everyone was obsequiously giving way, came face to face with us. The Master Mummer He intervened in the nick of time, civilly and obsequiously persuading Mitya not to give away “cigars and Rhine wine,” and, above all, money to the peasants as he had done before. The Brothers Karamazov I had great confidence, you see, in your goodness,” and the little man touched his forehead with one skinny finger and bowed obsequiously. Colonel Carter's Christmas and The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman Abruptly he turned away and in the doorway came face to face with Alfred Manning, who seemed to expect the cow-puncher to step obsequiously aside and let him pass. Shoe-Bar Stratton Philip was jealous, and not disposed obsequiously to bow the knee to his imperious brother. Louis XIV. Makers of History Series The landlords were known to be entirely in his favour, and Irish tenants, miscalled "forty shilling freeholders," had been used to vote obsequiously for the candidate of their landlords. The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837) It was obsequiously opened for him, and the three men passed out, the manager locking the door behind them. Two Daring Young Patriots or, Outwitting the Huns Anna nodded, and Mr. Earles attended her obsequiously to the door. Anna the Adventuress "I assure you, sir," said the valet, obsequiously, "that every precaution was taken, and yet we failed." The Son of Monte-Cristo A sharp reply to those who obsequiously ask permission to kiss the hand. The Proverbs of Scotland Mister McCann, encountering Inimitable in doorways, fades obsequiously into areas, and there encounters him again, and swoons with confusion. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 1, 1833-1856 Some of the young women at the back of the stage giggled obsequiously at this piece of graceful wit, but the orchestra manifested its indignation by hissing. Fair Margaret A Portrait He began to vest himself; the chanter obsequiously asked for a live coal; the incense began to diffuse its fragrance. A Nobleman's Nest Mrs. Krenska obsequiously pretended to agree with him, and occasionally emphasized some detail. The Comedienne Dishes were obsequiously offered for inspection and approval. The Kingdom Round the Corner A Novel I know I had barely settled down to an enjoyable dream in which I was the only customer in an ice-cream parlour, where there were seven waitresses, each one obsequiously proffering a different flavour. Explorers of the Dawn "Can I sell you something this afternoon?" he asked, obsequiously, as Paul halted in front of his store. Slow and Sure The Story of Paul Hoffman the Young Street-Merchant I see no good reason for rejecting these convenient alternatives; but nevertheless I have obsequiously bowed to the autocrat and taken a skunner to the words—the only literary snobbishness of which I am conscious. From Sail to Steam, Recollections of Naval Life That royal hypothesis of stark imposture, and no enthusiasm, was the clue which the Lords Commissioners, with Bacon at their head, had obsequiously borrowed to hale Ralegh to the scaffold. Sir Walter Ralegh A Biography What I had planned,” said the bandmaster, obsequiously. The Queen's Scarlet The Adventures and Misadventures of Sir Richard Frayne "Will you smoke?" asked Fogg, obsequiously, when they were in the hotel room. Blow The Man Down A Romance Of The Coast - 1916 No, sir," said the man obsequiously, "she's only just left the stage a few minutes. Jack O' Judgment The beaming fellow arose, bowing obsequiously, and replied: “As you wish, Capitan.” Bamboo Tales Here five wives of the chief, with their canoes, were obsequiously waiting the approach of their lord and master. The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions, in Their Explorations of the Prairies, Forests, Lakes, and Rivers, of the New World, and Their Interviews with the Savage Tribes, Two Hundred Years Ago “Only, sir,” replied the man, even more obsequiously than before, “I and several others here, who are in want of a ship, would be glad to sign articles with you.” Picked up at Sea The Gold Miners of Minturne Creek He waited until the statue showed signs of returning animation, and then said, "Good evening, mum," more obsequiously than usual. The Tinted Venus A Farcical Romance He beheld her fright and frenzy And, her panic to dispel, On his knee by Miss Mackenzie He obsequiously fell. The Book of Humorous Verse He was smitten with reverence for this inspired countenance, and retired, bowing low and obsequiously. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 107, September, 1866 In all of it, his furtive eyes, shining out of the splotch of eyebrows above, glanced inquiringly around and obsequiously followed every movement of his superior. The Bishop of Cottontown A Story of the Southern Cotton Mills “Dame, I am all men to please my customers,” answered the little jeweller, obsequiously. The White Lady of Hazelwood A Tale of the Fourteenth Century "Come inside!" said he, himself escorting the stranger, whilst the peasants, obsequiously raising their caps, made a way for them right up to the door. The Day of Wrath A guide appeared to offer his services, almost obsequiously polite in his attentions to the English lady. A War-time Journal, Germany 1914 and German Travel Notes Then, it added, obsequiously, something about “the inestimable benefits from carrying the speculations of that learned man” &c. Pickwickian Studies One of these ferried me over, and the people received me obsequiously, touching their straw hats, and saying, "Sar, at your service!" Campaigns of a Non-Combatant, and His Romaunt Abroad During the War At the door of the poste a gardien received him and, at the mention of his name, obsequiously conducted him to the officer in charge. Monte-Cristo's Daughter He beheld her fright and frenzy, And, her panic to dispel, On his knee by Miss Mackenzie He obsequiously fell. Grimm Tales Made Gay “Yours were, in very deed,” said Jack obsequiously. Clare Avery A Story of the Spanish Armada The tent boys, their faces obsequiously lowered, were pouring hot water into the canvas tub. Sacrifice Look at this specimen of 'bone and sinew'—and here, gentlemen," laying his big work-bronzed hand on his heart and bowing obsequiously—"here, at your service, is your 'aristocrat!' The Story of Young Abraham Lincoln It stood at the end of the gallery, the massive frame draped with artistic care, while attendants stood obsequiously round, holding lights so as to display the chef d'œuvre to the utmost advantage. The Confessions of a Caricaturist, Vol. 2 He says: "The furniture must go, the house must go, the social position must go," and from being sought for obsequiously they must be cold-shouldered everywhere. The Wedding Ring A Series of Discourses for Husbands and Wives and Those Contemplating Matrimony These three sat at the table, whence Valerius had hurriedly removed himself and his wine, and were served obsequiously by Nicodemus and his wife with the best the house afforded. Nicanor - Teller of Tales A Story of Roman Britain “Beg pardon, sir, I’m sure,” said the butcher obsequiously. Quicksilver The Boy With No Skid To His Wheel “You can leave this a bit,” Edwin said curtly to the girl, who obsequiously acquiesced and fled, forgetting a brush on a chair. Clayhanger He was polite; obsequiously so, and cautiously guarded in his gallantries; so that I had no cause for resorting to the desafio. The Lone Ranche As he passed through the outer office, the head clerk came from his desk, smiling and bowing obsequiously. For Fortune and Glory A Story of the Soudan War His sisters waited upon him obsequiously, while his mother sat with folded hands gloating over the sight of the tall, masculine figure seated in state on the centre of the sofa. A Houseful of Girls Upon dragging at the bell the porter opened the gate obsequiously, and sent a messenger to tell the master Dr Grayson had called. Quicksilver The Boy With No Skid To His Wheel Leading out of this apartment, to right and left, were still other elaborately furnished rooms, which a footman in gold-braided red livery obsequiously threw open. Manasseh A Romance of Transylvania The keeper started, turned, and touched his cap obsequiously. For the Sake of the School Folding-doors in the background.—Enter the Author,” our Theogonist in person, “obsequiously preceded by a French Valet, in white silk Jacket and cambric Apron.” Sartor Resartus, and On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History He begins with some episode in which Dizzy, with arm affectionately linked with that of McCullagh Torrens, is walking along Pall Mall, when a passing Bishop obsequiously takes off his hat and bows. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 104, February 4, 1893 The tall, slender girl, who had been obsequiously ushered into Mrs. Gray's stately, old-fashioned house on Chapel Hill, darted down the hall and straight into a pair of arms outstretched to receive her. Grace Harlowe's Golden Summer At the door of the inn, which, looked as if it must have been standing right there in the days of dashing cavaliers, the proprietor and his wife were obsequiously bowing a welcome. The Triflers He unlocks an under compartment and drags out a pair of pointers, who fawn upon him obsequiously in gratitude for their release. Kate Carnegie and Those Ministers Some there were who passed haughtily in without even so much as a glance at the guard or the crowd which parted obsequiously to let them through. The Black Wolf's Breed A Story of France in the Old World and the New, happening in the Reign of Louis XIV "Oh, I see, sir," returned the servant, obsequiously, "quite so, sir, beg pardon, sir." Jack Harkaway's Boy Tinker Among The Turks Book Number Fifteen in the Jack Harkaway Series One day the restauranteur, hearing that he was to be superseded by a caterer from Cincinnati, called on Mr. Wade and said obsequiously, "I am the keeper of the Senate restaurant, Senator." Perley's Reminiscences, v. 1-2 of Sixty Years in the National Metropolis The valet bowed obsequiously, and left the room, shutting the door carefully. The Mask A Story of Love and Adventure They shower their attentions on the wide pavements, holding them up to observation, marking them in red, and babbling and prattling obsequiously about them, meanwhile snubbing with disregard all the lanes and bypaths. Journeys to Bagdad "Yes, massa," said the black, pulling at his cap, and bowing obsequiously. The Drummer Boy Her lashes were cast down as she moved toward a chair held obsequiously ready by a waiter at the little empty table, and their dusky length was not second even to Virginia's. The Castle Of The Shadows What, behind you? that is cruel, but most obsequiously I obey.” Louis' School Days A Story for Boys Of Londoners we are apt to assert that they grovel obsequiously before their prince, with his attendant throng of dukes, earls, and minor gentlemen. The Arena Volume 4, No. 20, July, 1891 A liveried porter, seeing the Prince at the foot of the steps, obsequiously opened the door, but Vanno made a sign that he did not wish to enter. The Guests Of Hercules Society worships its paper-and-credit kings, as the old Hindus and Egyptians worshipped their worthless idols, and often the most obsequiously when in actual solid wealth they are the veriest paupers. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry After an instant's parley he received us obsequiously, and the constable pocketed our blessing. Foe-Farrell Through an open door she saw, in a great room beyond, three men, two of whom were bowing obsequiously, as if taking their leave. The King's Men A Tale of To-morrow Of course, they obsequiously replied, "Go up; for the Lord shall deliver it into the hand of the king." Holidays at the Grange or A Week's Delight Games and Stories for Parlor and Fireside Onucz approached him obsequiously and kissed the hand of his mysterious leader with profound respect, whilst Anicza approached him with roguish archness, adroitly feigning a superstitious fear of her magician of a sweetheart. The Poor Plutocrats I was roused from these doubts by a summons to breakfast, obsequiously delivered by a black servant. Arthur Mervyn Or, Memoirs of the Year 1793 Then, turning obsequiously, he bowed with profound apology. The Lighted Match So, then, our minor monarch resolved to be despotic, and in a short time laid down laws for the guests, which they obeyed most obsequiously. The Wits and Beaux of Society Volume 1 The Lord Chief Butler, seeing that I was in favour with their Majesties, now brought me a plate, and some glasses, and waited upon me most obsequiously. The Mysterious Shin Shira She got up, and, not recognising him, bowed obsequiously. The Thin Red Line; and Blue Blood He was pointed out derisively in those expensive hotels where once every head had bowed obsequiously at his coming. Destiny "As well as a poor devil like me ever is," began Langdon obsequiously. 'Way Down East A Romance of New England Life "Pay at the desk, please, sir," said the waiter obsequiously. Sally Bishop A Romance Senators and generals, petty kings and provincial governors, were all obliged to bow obsequiously to his mandates. The Ancient Church Its History, Doctrine, Worship, and Constitution "Would M. le Comte prefer scrambled eggs or an omelette?" he asked obsequiously, and "M. le Comte" lifted his head and answered shortly, but with a smile, "Scrambled eggs, my good Polperro." The Chink in the Armour And Mr. Broadway hopped up and bestirred himself obsequiously. The Skipper and the Skipped Being the Shore Log of Cap'n Aaron Sproul I followed, keeping him in sight on the platform, where, by and by, I saw him, hat in hand, bowing obsequiously before a passenger who alighted from the incoming train. The Passenger from Calais When I say Augustus Myrtle sought only the intimacy of the rich and well bred, you must not suppose he was a toady, or practised obsequiously. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 4, No. 4, October, 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy Turin bowed obsequiously, and grasped at the easy bargain. The Empire of Austria; Its Rise and Present Power He led the way most obsequiously into a large room with a sanded floor. Humphrey Bold A Story of the Times of Benbow You bowed more obsequiously to me a short time since, monsieur! His Excellency the Minister But when a bystander, smirking obsequiously, passed him a jest on Soubise, and with his finger pointed the jest, he had the same hard unmoved face for the gibe as for the dead. Count Hannibal A Romance of the Court of France Shall it be said that Justice Field ought to have gone to the nearest justice of the peace and obsequiously begged to have Terry placed under bonds? Personal Reminiscences of Early Days in California with Other Sketches; To Which Is Added the Story of His Attempted Assassination by a Former Associate on the Supreme Bench of the State "Assuredly not, sir, since you desire it," replied the attorney, obsequiously. The Lancashire Witches A Romance of Pendle Forest Dove met them as Arthur was carrying the child away, and he first scowled, and then smiled obsequiously. The Palace Beautiful A Story for Girls He approached Vaudrey, bowing but not at all obsequiously, with the air of good humor due to a combination of wealth and embonpoint. His Excellency the Minister A thin, peering woman in a hickory-dyed wool dress moved forward obsequiously. The Three Black Pennys A Novel The bare-headed man who, hat in hand, was at this moment bowing so obsequiously to the governor, was the person who had arrived in response. A Gentleman Vagabond and Some Others The little attorney bowed obsequiously to Sir Ralph, who returned his salutation very stiffly, nor was he much better received by the rest of the company. The Lancashire Witches A Romance of Pendle Forest His hat was in his hand, and his body was obsequiously bent, but there was no discomposure in his lifeless voice and manner. Audrey The existing political order has been created by lawyers; and they naturally believe somewhat obsequiously in a system for which they are responsible, and from which they benefit. The Promise of American Life He bowed obsequiously—a posturing figure in shirtsleeves with a green cloth waistcoat and black legs. The Three Black Pennys A Novel But the War Office, always even obsequiously ready to consider the Ulstermen's point of view, completely lacked sympathy for that of the majority in Ireland. John Redmond's Last Years Accosted by a phantom, with wings folded pensively, plumes interlocked across its chest, he off head; and stood obsequiously before it. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I As he came nearer he heard a man's voice obsequiously answering the protests, and as the sound of his footsteps rang in front of the inn both voices immediately stopped. Clementina The lackey bowed obsequiously and left the apartment. The Youth of the Great Elector A figure stood obsequiously at the door; it was, Howat saw with deep automatic revulsion, the Italian servant. The Three Black Pennys A Novel Catching sight of Evelyn in the box just above his eyes, he smiled and bowed obsequiously. Evelyn Innes Hereupon, the assembled islanders ran into the water, and with bent shoulders obsequiously desired the honor of transporting us to land. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I The classic ushers obsequiously threw open the doors, and led us to our box. The Cross of Berny We all took our seats, as the headwaiter bustled obsequiously up to take Morrison's order of champagne. The Collectors But the women of the shop, having an eye to sales, were obsequiously polite to the stranger. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 87, March, 1875 More obsequiously polite and attentive to women, the exuberance of their animal spirits often hurries them into a gaiety evinced by brilliant sallies and clever observations. The Idler in France He was ahead of time, in fact—Blakeman leading him obsequiously through the fragrant conservatory. The Lady of Big Shanty As they walked down the pier towards the beach, at the dinner-hour, Ruth bowed to a dandiacal man who obsequiously saluted her. The Card, a Story of Adventure in the Five Towns Sylvia looked, and saw obsequiously smirking upon the steps of the hotel, with his hat lifted from his shiny head, her old enemy, Captain Barstow. Running Water Several of her menials simultaneously appeared out of invisibility, and one of them hurried obsequiously towards him. The Regent Monsieur Marmot, murmuring profuse thanks, bowed and bowed again, and followed Monsieur le Préfet obsequiously to the door. In the Days of My Youth Trenta obsequiously placed a footstool at her feet, a cushion at her back. The Italians "And perhaps you will be detained until the Day of Judgment," he added, with a sly wink at the gendarmes, who laughed obsequiously. A Roman Singer To the magic word "reporter," accompanied by the flourish of a pencil and a roll of paper, the three policemen smiled obsequiously, and unbarred the way. Round the Block The burghers bowed as obsequiously as ever when they could not avoid meeting him. Red Axe "There are, my Lord," said the woman, obsequiously,—"the best we could get ready on so short a notice." The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 09, No. 54, April, 1862 "The wording was difficult, Your Grace," replied the bishop obsequiously. Yolanda: Maid of Burgundy "Your excellency is a paragon of courage," replied the servant, obsequiously. A Roman Singer "Is Mr. Todd in?" he said to the managing clerk, who came forward bowing obsequiously to the richest man in Birmingham. Mr. Meeson's Will Lycurgus saw Flint come in, and, scenting a generous patron, scurried up to him obsequiously. The Blood Red Dawn In the hall, while passing a platter of figs, Foresto praised the new garment obsequiously. O. Henry Memorial Award Prize Stories of 1920 The lordly innkeeper came smirking and bobbing obsequiously about, with his freshest towel on his arm, and took the master-player's order as a dog would take a bone. Master Skylark "But surely, at your service, Chief," replied the old man, obsequiously. The Rome Express At the offices, on the first floor, they were received obsequiously and informed that Mr. Conolly was within. The Irrational Knot Being the Second Novel of His Nonage They obeyed his word as obsequiously, faithfully and unquestioningly as if he could by a clap of his lordly hands banish them to strange deaths. Wild Wings A Romance of Youth If they be of cake, the dreamer has cause to rejoice over his good fortune, as love and wealth will wait obsequiously upon you. Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or what's in a dream: a scientific and practical exposition "But your orriginal researches," he continued most obsequiously, "recall our next subject,—Berkeley and the Idealists." Philosophy 4 "The wiser man thou," said John, with a peal of laughter, in which his gay followers obsequiously joined. Ivanhoe In another moment he had opened a door, and, drawing aside a heavy curtain, obsequiously bowed Tarzan into a dimly lighted apartment. Return of Tarzan Most of all it was revealed in the way the waiters scurried to do his bidding, bowed obsequiously before him, recognized him as the authentic master, lord of the purple. Wild Wings A Romance of Youth As Tuan may observe," he went on, obsequiously, "his door faces this opening, where you condescend to sit, which is concealed from all eyes. An Outcast of the Islands Dr. Johnson and the unworldly author of "The Deserted Village" were frequent visitors, sometimes appearing together arm-in-arm, with James Boswell, Esq., of Auchinleck, following obsequiously behind. Ponkapog Papers Chauvelin sat down at the table, which had been prepared for the tall Englishman, and the innkeeper busied himself obsequiously round him, dishing up the soup and pouring out the wine. The Scarlet Pimpernel The greengrocer did as he was told, with a show of great humility, and obsequiously handed Mr. Tuckle the carving-knife; in doing which, he accidentally gaped. The Pickwick Papers They are used by the parvenues and heartily despised by the very people whom they so obsequiously serve. Brann the Iconoclast — Volume 10 He would walk in the middle, his shadow gliding obsequiously before him. An Outcast of the Islands On entering the little parlor with his mother, Pascal found himself in the presence of a portly, pale-faced woman, with thin lips and restless eyes, who bowed obsequiously. Baron Trigault's Vengeance "At least five, I should say, your Excellency," he replied obsequiously. The Scarlet Pimpernel Philip flushed, all the more because the surgeon spoke obviously with a humorous intention, and his brow-beaten dressers laughed obsequiously. Of Human Bondage "Yes," said Mrs. Mudge, obsequiously, though not overpleased to find that this was Aunt Lucy's visitor; "would you like to see her?" Paul Prescott's Charge Bowing obsequiously, the servant entered and departed, leaving the lamp upon a wooden shelf braced against one side of the four-square, stone-walled dungeon. The Bronze Bell M. Casimir, who was irreproachably clad in black, with a white cambric tie round his neck, entered the room at this very moment, smiling and bowing obsequiously. Baron Trigault's Vengeance The policeman, evidently much puzzled and interested, saluted the Squire obsequiously as the two groups met. Scarhaven Keep She went on towards the inner room, where her darling slept, the head-nurse following obsequiously with a candle. The Lovels of Arden In the morning the diamonds arrived by special messenger, who first took a formal receipt for them, and then most obsequiously took his departure. Jennie Baxter, Journalist With the aid of his servant, the obsequiously alert Malay, he showed his hosts a few of the feats he had learnt from the Indian Brahmins. Dream Tales and Prose Poems In the temples these creatures were carefully tended and obsequiously served. Outline of Universal History As I thus reflected, an officer in full dress passed me hurriedly, and taking off his hat as he came up with the party before me, bowed obsequiously. Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon, Volume 2 "Proud, Sir, and most happy to welcome you to our modest parlor," said Potts, obsequiously. Cord and Creese He walked straight to our table, bowed to us and nodded to one of the slave-waiters, who instantly and obsequiously vanished. Andivius Hedulio Adventures of a Roman Nobleman in the Days of the Empire Mr. Knickerbocker proceeded to do so, the head-waiter obsequiously at his side, and his long finger indicating on the menu everything that seemed most expensive and that carried the most incomprehensible name. Frenzied Fiction Those officers by the General's instructions joined the Afghan chief on the following morning, and Akbar's financial requisition was obsequiously fulfilled. The Afghan Wars 1839-42 and 1878-80 But at the head of the steps a vigilant figure rose up, bowing obsequiously, announcing blandly that breakfast was waiting. The Shadow of the East "Yes, master; Saint Paul's," says Gumbo, obsequiously, but little struck by the beauties of the architecture. The Virginians I was obsequiously invited to enter the litter, the panels were slid, the curtains drawn, and the bearers set off. Andivius Hedulio Adventures of a Roman Nobleman in the Days of the Empire Danby obsequiously appeared, and stood in the doorway, well knowing the philippics that were coming. Redburn. His First Voyage Then the quintets will cringe into obedience and be obsequiously ready on occasion. The Possessed (The Devils) One of the grooms obsequiously knocked at the door; he whispered in the count's ear, who advanced quickly toward him, the news that the coach was waiting; one of the leaders. In and out of Three Normady Inns Constance, a little surprised at being obsequiously addressed by so exquisite a person, stated the object of their visit. Fan : the story of a young girl's life Lattimer and Hobart, after a polite explanation of their rules in regard to margins, and getting a certified check, became obsequiously anxious to do my bidding. Blindfolded She wondered why the lady had blushed; why Irgens had greeted her so obsequiously. Shallow Soil "What am I to do with so much," the widow sighed obsequiously. The Possessed (The Devils) There was a general pulling off of hats and caps, and those in his path stood obsequiously aside, while the little children, slinking behind the grown folks, peeped around their legs at him. The Duke of Stockbridge His departure was as that of a great public personage; the gentlemen of the Committee followed him obsequiously down to the train. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family I was bewildered the next day to be obsequiously escorted from my door into a magnificent coach drawn by four horses. Autobiography of a Yogi I entered, and was immediately confronted by a liveried janitor who bowed obsequiously. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, August 29, 1917 He has his subordinate, happily insignificant and obsequiously proud to serve. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, October 10, 1917 "What station do you mean, sir?" said I. It is generally the custom with man-of-war's-men to stand obsequiously touching their hat at every sentence they address to the Captain. White Jacket or, the World on a Man-of-War In Scotland and Ireland, indeed, the electors obsequiously chose the members recommended by the council; but these were conquered countries, bending under the yoke of military despotism. The History of England from the First Invasion by the Romans to the Accession of King George the Fifth Volume 8 The entrance of Mr. King, and his cordial salutation, made an impression on the waiters' minds; and when Friend Joseph departed, they opened the door very obsequiously. A Romance of the Republic The hall of the mansion was lined with servants, who obsequiously bowed as Herbert passed them. Tales for Young and Old Stafford took his basket from his shoulder and made a pretence of slinging it at Howard's head; then tossed it to the landlord, who stood by, smiling obsequiously. At Love's Cost The man smiled obsequiously as he set the foaming mug before him. The Sowers The poor young man had just been hauled up from the lower depths, and was beset by legions of demons obsequiously pressing all manner of treasures upon his acceptance. The Twilight of the Gods, and Other Tales The people then, for the first time, obsequiously acknowledged its utility, and began to express their astonishment at the apathy which had so long prevailed with regard to its general cultivation. Thaumaturgia "I will make it all right if you will allow me," said Braybrooke almost obsequiously. December Love The trades-people appeared promptly every day and were obsequiously respectful in manner. The Head of the House of Coombe "Madame, we are going to set out; will you take something?" said the executioner, obsequiously. Mysteries of Paris, V3 Lord Vincent was received with the greatest respect by the captain, who came obsequiously to the starboard gangway to meet him. Self-Raised Or, From the Depths Still more so was it to be ushered obsequiously through cool corridors and up carpeted stairs to the Vestals' private loge, a roomy space immediately to the right of the imperial pavilion. The Unwilling Vestal He strode forward threateningly, at which the waiter hopped over the train of an evening dress and bowed obsequiously. The Silver Horde "I have been fortunate enough to carry out your wishes, Mr. Clayton," he obsequiously said. The Midnight Passenger : a novel After much ado they finally relapsed into the chairs obsequiously drawn back for them and the buzz of conversation throughout the place was resumed. Jane Cable The man stepped obsequiously forward and presented a message, for all the world like any ordinary aerogram. The Devolutionist and the Emancipatrix "I don't in the least doubt your claim to the articles, Mrs. Simpson," said the first salesman, obsequiously. Helping Himself "Then my absence from their feast will vex the gnats of the river," a saying at which Houman and others with him laughed obsequiously. The Ancient Allan Behind the counter stood a dapper young man, who waited on them obsequiously. Patty in Paris Poor Don Rocco on his side looked at him, also silent, smiling obsequiously, red as a tomato. Stories by Foreign Authors: Italian He began to put on his robes; a deacon in a surplice asked obsequiously for a hot ember; there was a scent of incense. A House of Gentlefolk “This way, yer Excellency,” obsequiously cried the landlord, catching up a candle and coming out from behind the bar. Janice Meredith "Yes, marm," replied the 'fiddle,' obsequiously; and, whispering the 'harp' and 'bass,' they played the air to her heart's content. Sketches by Seymour — Volume 04 The butler was the only person who quickly regained his composure, came forward to the magistrate cap in hand, and said obsequiously that he and his fellow-servants were in evil case. In the Fire of the Forge — Complete Don Rocco did not want it in the least, but kept on repeating: "Thanks, thanks, I am getting over it," and drank it obsequiously. Stories by Foreign Authors: Italian She said little, however; she seemed to have lost her senses from old age, and could only gaze at him obsequiously. A House of Gentlefolk The butler was the only person who quickly regained his composure, came forward to the magistrate cap in hand, and said obsequiously that he and his fellow- servants were in evil case. In the Fire of the Forge — Volume 07 The doorkeeper obsequiously opened the door to the two unsteady carousers, for whom the fiddler drew back, still playing. The Old Wives' Tale Why, this is good, excellent, excellent! well said, my sweet Chloe; trim up your house most obsequiously. The Poetaster Several flunkeys of different degrees of usefulness come in and bow obsequiously from time to time, as I sit around, expecting supper to appear every minute. Around the World on a Bicycle - Volume 1 From San Francisco to Teheran Madam," he said, bowing obsequiously, "is it yourself that desired my presence? Leah Mordecai Nothing could be more obsequiously civil than the earl's demeanour, now that the matter was decided. The Kellys and the O'Kellys Yet, despite this eccentricity of aspect, something about the obsequiously hurrying man struck Brice as familiar. Black Caesar's Clan : a Florida Mystery Story To his face his debt slaves bespoke his favor obsequiously. When Egypt Went Broke The young man accosted him, not obsequiously, but frankly. The Landloper "Well, sir, your will is law," said Crawley obsequiously but sadly. It Is Never Too Late to Mend It seems improbable that we were meant to be there, for our arrival caused such surprise that no sentry remembered to challenge us, and obsequiously saluting sous-officiers instantly cleared a way for the motor. Fighting France, from Dunkerque to Belfort The man lowered his head and murmured obsequiously. Martie, the Unconquered The Greek merchant, as soon as he was aware of her arrival, ran forward and stood obsequiously before her, until she deigned to notice him. Veranilda The porter opened obsequiously for her, and, at her nod, hurried to the edge of the pavement and whistled for a taxi. Women in Love "If you wouldn't mind, Mr. Pitt," said the sleuth, obsequiously. The Intrusion of Jimmy "I have no right to retire before my mistress," returned the girl, obsequiously. Prince Eugene and His Times Even with his prisoners he was the perfection of courtesy, and never was known to handcuff a man without first obsequiously apologizing for being compelled to do so. File No. 113 But I went out—door opened again for me obsequiously—in a state of social discomfiture, and did not attack any other establishment that afternoon. In the Days of the Comet Mr. Adams said obsequiously, "Anything in the world I can do, madam." Foul Play Ashmead, overawed by the avenue, the dozen gables, four-score chimneys, etc., addressed him rather obsequiously, but with a certain honest trouble, that soon softened the bad impression caused by his appearance. A Woman-Hater "Burden to his own self," assented Price obsequiously. Such Is Life Brushing the dust off his trousers, and smoothing his hair, he rushed out without his hat, and in a moment was standing obsequiously on the pavement, bowing to his patron. Autobiography of Mark Rutherford, Edited by his friend Reuben Shapcott When the landlord came, bearing lights, and bending his aged back obsequiously: "Have you a pillion?" she asked abruptly. The Tavern Knight The parrot shuffled slowly along the board, coming nearer to them, and bowing its head obsequiously. A Spirit in Prison Miss Gale gave a little supercilious nod, and he showed her obsequiously into the carriage. A Woman-Hater Two men, however, in whom I recognized Har�t and Mar�t, walked forward and presently were standing before us, bowing obsequiously. The Ivory Child The proprietor served him obsequiously but did not venture to talk. Dubliners After obsequiously directing me to the pew of my prospective father-in-law, who had not yet arrived, he inserted a stout, tall candle into one of the sockets of the "stand" and lit it. The Rise of David Levinsky The lord of the castle had signified that "it was his royal pleasure to be drunk," and the gentlemen of his train had obsequiously followed their master. The Paris Sketch Book "You are right, miss," said La Judge, obsequiously. A Woman-Hater Rejoicing at the turn which things had taken, and especially at the promise of the priceless cup which he had long coveted, Kaku bowed obsequiously. Morning Star The baron withdrew backwards, as obsequiously as if he were taking leave of the emperor he was ready to betray. Ten Years Later Sir Gottfried, obsequiously taking his patron's hint, bowed and left the room. Burlesques The postmaster came in and began obsequiously to beg his excellency to wait only two hours, when, come what might, he would let his excellency have the courier horses. War and Peace "When does your Royal Highness propose to start?" inquired Rhoda Gale, very obsequiously, and just a little bitterly. A Woman-Hater He was very polite, almost obsequiously so, and his explanations concerning the repairs which he had found it necessary to make and the painting which he had had done were lengthy if not convincing. Thankful's Inheritance The type from which he was furthest removed was that of the fortune-intoxicated young man who could be obsequiously flattered into buying anything which cost money enough. T. Tembarom "Boteler, fill my goblet," said the Prince to that functionary, who, clothed in tight black hose, with a white kerchief, and a napkin on his dexter arm, stood obsequiously by his master's chair. Burlesques "Very well, sir," said Bayne, obsequiously; "and I respectfully solicit the honor of conducting our esteemed visitor." Put Yourself in His Place The startled moujik, bearded up to the very whites of his eyes, answered obsequiously— "I hear, your high Nobility." Under Western Eyes The notary entered the room, and was going to bow obsequiously to Raynal, when he caught sight of Josephine, and almost started. White Lies "But," suggested he, obsequiously, "if you don't mind, I would rather explain my views to your father—on this one subject." A Simpleton To add to Clarence's embarrassment his cousin had lingered in the corridor, attracted by the interruption, and a peon, lounging in the archway, obsequiously approached Flynn's bridle-rein. A Waif of the Plains His great poem was not generally studied or admired till writers far inferior to him had, by obsequiously cringing to the public taste, acquired sufficient favour to reform it. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 2 James stalked back obsequiously, leaving Fuzzy waiting unsteadily, with his brief spark of the divine fire gone. Strictly business: more stories of the four million Two or three cried obsequiously that he had crossed the hill; and would arrive immediately. From the Memoirs of a Minister of France He stood silently pondering over the problem, the manager obsequiously bowing and rubbing his hands. The Pit Prop Syndicate The Cardinal looked at it; while the man stood with his head obsequiously bent, and my heart beat furiously. Under the Red Robe "Did you ring, sir?" he asked, poking his head through the curtains obsequiously. The Man in Lower Ten For two roubles he would have walked obsequiously before him to the end of the world. The Secret of the Night "Just so, Monsieur," responded the wine merchant, obsequiously. The Mystery of Orcival He showed his credentials, at which the manager bowed obsequiously. The Pit Prop Syndicate She was still at the window when the sitting-room door was thrown open, and Sir Patrick appeared, obsequiously shown in by Mr. Bishopriggs. Man and Wife The supercilious merchant sprang from his desk, and obsequiously offered him a seat. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse The serfs did not offer him any open opposition, and were always obsequiously respectful in their demeanour towards him, but they invariably frustrated his plans by their carelessness and stolid, passive resistance. Russia "Lucky omens attend your coming, benevolence," said the chief attendant obsequiously; "for since he sent for you an unpropitious planet has cast its influence upon our master, so that his power languishes." Kai Lung's Golden Hours The barber obsequiously rubbed his wet hair and bound it in a towel as in a turban, so that Babbitt resembled a plump pink calif on an ingenious and adjustable throne. Babbitt These various details I laid obsequiously before the one who had commanded it, while the others stood around either in explicit silence or speaking softly beneath their breath. The Mirror of Kong Ho Folding-doors in the background.—Enter the Author,' our Theogonist in person, 'obsequiously preceded by a French Valet, in white silk Jacket and cambric Apron.' Sartor Resartus: the life and opinions of Herr Teufelsdröckh And with that he was gone, obsequiously bowing as he passed. The Wrecker "I'm vexed you should be present at this business," quoth Uncle Adam, swinging rather obsequiously towards the stonemason; "but I must remind you it is of your own seeking." The Wrecker |
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