| 单词 | obstinately |
| 例句 | One obstinately or intolerably devoted to his own church, party, belief, or opinion.’ Go Set a Watchman: A Novel 2015-07-14T00:00:00Z “All the same,” he insisted obstinately, “Othello’s good, Othello’s better than those feelies.” Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z The gold stamping still obstinately showed through the layers, but the deep red had become a dark burgundy. Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z When they urged her to hurry, she obstinately refused. The Mysterious Benedict Society 2008-04-01T00:00:00Z ‘Well, I saw what I saw, and I saw what I didn’t,’ said Mugwort obstinately. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z “Molly,” said Mr. Jaggers, not looking at her, but obstinately looking at the opposite side of the room, “let them see both your wrists. Show them. Come!” Great Expectations 1861-08-01T00:00:00Z To all the stubborn parties obstinately concerned with this matter, it was The Principle of the Thing. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Nathan no longer said perhaps; only a faint spark of hope, obstinately refusing to die, brought him out each dawn to scour the heavens for a sign. Nectar in a Sieve 1954-01-01T00:00:00Z But I obstinately held on to our argument; I was right, and he was going to admit it. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z The man stood obstinately frowning, but said nothing. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z She tried to send them away with a hard swallow, but they stayed lodged obstinately in her throat. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z One of the questions that concerns Mr Stargardt is why the Germans fought on so obstinately to the bitter end, long after it was obvious that victory was impossible. Fate and furies 2015-09-24T04:00:00Z The film gives him plenty of opportunity to change his mind, but he obstinately, tragically refuses. Toxic avengers: what Scorsese and Tarantino's new films say about male violence 2019-12-16T05:00:00Z In one way the Stones have been doing the same thing for half a century: playing obstinately unpolished rock ’n’ roll. Pop: The Rolling Stones at 50 Prepare to Tour 2012-11-08T16:00:00Z Dismissing Chappelle's work as simply or obstinately regressive is not unlike seeing the world through the same lens as that network executive. In "Sticks & Stones," Dave Chappelle refuses to change for critics 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z I was charmed that Luke liked music and was obstinately analog about it. Talking to My Fiancé About My New Girlfriend 2018-10-12T04:00:00Z Staying resolutely, obstinately, obstreperously outside the system, he incurs the suspicion, the hatred, and the physical opposition of those who are inside of it, but he also enjoys a paradoxical measure of lucidity and freedom. “The Dead Don’t Die,” Reviewed: Jim Jarmusch’s Fiercely Political Zombie Comedy 2019-06-17T04:00:00Z Freud has generated a life’s worth of genuinely new painting that sits obstinately across the path of those lesser painters who get by on less. Lucian Freud, Adept Portraiture Artist, Dies at 88 2011-07-21T19:28:45Z The Rats obstinately went on to sell a million copies in Britain. James Herbert interview: from the archive, 14 February 1993 2013-03-21T10:48:00Z Meanwhile half of the album stays obstinately slow. 2010-01-10T23:10:00Z The sun is shining obstinately; it’s another beautiful day, apart from a distant, unremarkable line of cumulus congestus, the type you’d see on many a summer’s day in the UK. Twister tales: stormchasing in Tornado Alley, Oklahoma 2016-06-02T04:00:00Z A performer noticed, and made eye contact with me throughout the show, just as obstinately trying to make me laugh — so much so that my parents noticed too. For Critics and Fans, Nearly 29 Years of ‘Stomp’ Memories 2023-01-04T05:00:00Z It’s a relatively interesting perspective to use in considering a monarch who remained obstinately inscrutable from her coronation in 1953 to her death in 2022, at 96. ‘Portrait of the Queen’ Review: Seeking Fresh Angles on a Familiar Face 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Rachel is the eldest, and the most obstinately American, "heavy hearted in my soul for the flush commodes" she has left behind. The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver 2013-05-03T17:41:01Z Nearly two decades later Codeine still sounds obstinately estranged. Music Review: Codeine, With Stephen Immerwahr, at Bell House 2012-07-01T22:06:02Z "There is something irresistibly timeless about Tussaud's, as though the clock had obstinately stopped at the high noon of Victorian history painting," wrote Roy Strong, former director of the Victoria and Albert Museum. What makes Madame Tussauds' wax work? 2011-02-26T09:00:02Z And yet, under “the dreck and distractions of overloaded tourism and coarsened spectacle,” Mr. Hughes says, “the glories of the remoter past remain, somewhat diminished but obstinately indelible” — remnants of Rome’s splendiferous earlier lives. Books of The Times: ?Rome,? a Personal History by Robert Hughes - Review 2011-11-21T23:26:49Z Just about everything may have changed in British theatre over the last 65 years, but the disciplines of craft remain obstinately the same. British theatre has changed more – and less – than we might think 2012-12-13T15:21:10Z The last time I performed this routine, I sat, for what seemed like ages, staring, bleary-eyed, at an empty page that obstinately refused to load. Whatever happened to 3:AM magazine? 2012-07-10T08:52:53Z Produced in 2007 by Johannesburg's Market theatre, where Higginson is literary manager, the play vividly demonstrates how divisions of class, age and race obstinately persist in the post-apartheid world. Dream of the Dog 2010-05-07T20:50:00Z By obstinately moving away from it all, they managed to make something beautiful that could start a curve of its own. News From Nowhere puts Darkstar on the map 2013-02-23T06:00:00Z Urquhart's fallen stars cling obstinately to a more exciting past, where the dialogue is always razor-sharp and the wardrobes are eternally stunning. Artist of the week 84: Donald Urquhart 2010-04-21T15:41:00Z President Furio Truzzi told The Associated Press, however, that despite the overall decreases, pasta prices are obstinately high in some cities and that the group was still considering targeted strikes later this summer. Italian group calls off pasta strike after costs fall, but produce prices still pinch 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z “We can only learn from the lessons, try our best to not cling obstinately to our course and to never repeat past mistakes.” China’s Rise Relied on Ties to the West, Which Xi Is Now Loosening 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z He had already struck aesthetic gold in the 1960s with his deadpan, Pop-inspired yet obstinately painterly portraits and his disarming painted cutouts. Review | At 95, Alex Katz is having another moment. His Guggenheim show is a knockout. 2022-10-29T04:00:00Z “France rejects this. France, obstinately, will look for peace.” Russia’s Invasion Shadows U.N. Assembly Amid ‘Colossal Global Dysfunction’ 2022-09-20T04:00:00Z "If the U.S. side obstinately clings to this course, China will definitely take resolute and forceful measures to firmly defend its national sovereignty and territorial integrity," Lijian furthers. Pelosi's plans to visit Taiwan are met with suggestions to "restrain" and "punish" her 2022-07-21T04:00:00Z Canon 915 states, “Those who have been excommunicated or interdicted after the imposition or declaration of the penalty and others obstinately persevering in manifest grave sin are not to be admitted to Holy Communion.” Pelosi now barred from Communion in at least four dioceses 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Geographically, the city of Mariupol occupies only a tiny area on the map but it now stands obstinately in the way of Russian forces who have burst out of the Crimean peninsula. Mariupol: Four reasons the city matters so much to Russia 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z “You have had plenty of opportunity to remove yourself and even others from this criminal activity,” she said, “but obstinately chose not to and persistently counseled others not to either.” Canada Ends Its Freeze on Hundreds of Accounts Tied to Protests 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z "If the DPP authorities obstinately persist in going about things the wrong way, and do not know how to draw back from the edge, it will only push Taiwan into a more dangerous situation." China says military drills near Taiwan a 'just' move 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z Rivers said medical issues, including a brain tumor, contributed to his present circumstances, but he also said he takes full responsibility for being an “obstinately” difficult rebel. L.A. delays the next phase of removing homeless people from Venice boardwalk 2021-07-09T04:00:00Z The obvious question in 2021 is why would the federal government so obstinately resist forensic testing in favor of posters? Opinion | The FBI should use DNA, not posters, to solve a cold-case murder 2021-06-25T04:00:00Z “We need to accept the church’s discipline that those who obstinately persist in manifest grave sin are not to be admitted to holy communion,” he said. Targeting Biden, Catholic Bishops Advance Controversial Communion Plan 2021-06-18T04:00:00Z He didn't mention the Obstruction Twins by name, but there is little doubt that it's Sinema and Manchin he's speaking about, as they are the two most obstinately pro-filibuster Democrats in the Senate. Dealing with Manchin and Sinema: Democrats finally ditch the carrot and pick up the stick 2021-06-02T04:00:00Z He says politicians who “publicly and obstinately” support abortion are “apostates” who not only should be barred from receiving Communion but deserve excommunication. US Catholic bishops may press Biden to stop taking Communion 2021-04-28T04:00:00Z “The teachers unions tend to be pretty obstinately opposed to going back to school,” Jeffries said. Push to reopen schools could leave out millions of students 2021-01-31T05:00:00Z We all have prejudices, but bigots are people who cling to them, as Webster’s put it, “obstinately or intolerantly.” Biden tries to turn tables on Trump 2020-08-31T04:00:00Z The president spent months obstinately denying the severity of the crisis, refusing to wear a mask in public, blaming the rise of case numbers on testing and campaigning against governors’ shutdown orders. Twitter penalizes Donald Trump Jr. for posting hydroxychloroquine misinformation amid coronavirus pandemic 2020-07-28T04:00:00Z They refused to root for their hometown team as long as the owner, George Preston Marshall, obstinately maintained its roster as the league’s last for whites only. Perspective | Roger Goodell’s apology isn’t enough. The NFL must do more to combat systemic racism. 2020-06-19T04:00:00Z Apple obstinately stuck with this keyboard design for much too long, hurting its image and causing wholly unnecessary hassle and cost for its customers. The saga of Apple’s bad butterfly MacBook keyboards is finally over 2020-05-04T04:00:00Z A report issued last week by the House Financial Services Committee was deeply critical of both board members for what it cast as their obstinately complacent response to the bank’s problems. Wells Fargo’s Chairwoman, Betsy Duke, Resigns After Critical Report 2020-03-09T04:00:00Z A bass line repeats incessantly and obstinately for a dozen minutes. Review: L.A. Phil and Herbie Hancock open the risk-taking Power to the People! festival 2020-03-06T05:00:00Z What should they do about countries that remained obstinately independent from their neoliberal empire, countries like Iraq, Iran, Libya, Cuba and North Korea? Crises in Iraq and Haiti expose the failure of militarized neoliberalism 2019-10-13T04:00:00Z I was all set to rage about how much I would want this laptop if weren’t for the fact that HP obstinately refuses to include Precision Touchpad drivers, but — wonder of wonders — it does. Why Microsoft has to bet big on an ARM-based Surface 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z In the nineteen-seventies, productivity growth in advanced economies stalled, unemployment rates jumped, and inflation rose and remained obstinately high. The Rich Can’t Get Richer Forever, Can They? 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z “Washington is obstinately seeking to escalate tensions and to implement their scenario for an unconstitutional change of government,” he said. Russia Blocks Venezuela Measure at U.N., Calling It a U.S. Ploy for Regime Change 2019-03-01T05:00:00Z That was obstinately true Friday at a Walt Disney Concert Hall bedecked with a Christmas tree and menorah for a seemingly recalcitrant Michael Tilson Thomas. Review: Ives' 'Holidays' at the L.A. Phil, but not those holidays 2018-12-09T05:00:00Z Not all of its surprises are pleasant ones, but there is a certain satisfaction in experiencing a yarn that is so obstinately un-anticipatable. Review | ‘Bad Times at the El Royale’ is not as terrible as it looks. In fact, it defies expectation at every turn. 2018-10-09T04:00:00Z But Angela was enraptured, her cheeks pink; Ken stared at it obstinately, only pretending to be absorbed. “Cecilia Awakened” 2018-09-10T04:00:00Z Only knuckleheads—and the obstinately unenlightened—write off Buffalo, N.Y., as nothing more than a winter icebox and the birthplace of a certain sports-bar delicacy. Escape to Buffalo: A Skeptic’s Guide to a Great Weekend Getaway 2018-09-06T04:00:00Z Jack McCain said of his father, “He fought hard, obstinately, exuberantly because he liked to fight, but more importantly, because he believed in what he was fighting for.” Family, friends say final goodbye to McCain 2018-09-03T04:00:00Z The Trump administration obstinately persists in playing the inglorious role of global economic agitator. China’s Official News Media Sharply Criticize Trump 2018-06-16T04:00:00Z It arose from an entirely justifiable rejection of a system that obstinately designated – during the course of a century and more – Arabs as “savages” to whom no dignity or protection would be extended. The demise of the nation state 2018-04-05T04:00:00Z In one recent week, President Trump flew to California - which is obstinately refusing to recognize America’s borders - to inspect prototypes for a new border wall. Georgia editorial roundup 2018-03-28T04:00:00Z When David finally comes back into direct view, after a 250-page absence, he remains as enigmatic as ever — and an obstinately tough nut for his son to crack. ‘The Sparsholt Affair’: Gay-sex scandal ripples over decades in Alan Hollinghurst’s latest 2018-03-18T04:00:00Z “It prevents the ability of a company to function when one group of workers is obstinately focused on defeating their co-workers with whatever it takes.” Google Is Trying Too Hard (or Not Hard Enough) to Diversify 2018-03-09T05:00:00Z Magic Leap has almost obstinately refused to fully reveal what it’s working on, but hasn’t been shy about hyping up the possibilities its technologies could enable. The man who created bullet-time is going to Magic Leap 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z It’s an obstinately slow, seething, eventually erupting seven minutes of latter-day Velvet Underground rock. null 2017-09-22T04:00:00Z Not so the hardcore Republican base, many of whom still obstinately support a president that the electorate has abandoned. Daca: what has been the reaction from conservative thinkers? 2017-09-06T04:00:00Z "Since July 2016, the sky has obstinately failed to fall in," he said. George Osborne warns against leaving EU without trade deal - BBC News 2017-02-28T05:00:00Z The Knicks will get to work again in practice Sunday, trying, however obstinately, to fix their problems. Knicks Fall to Cavaliers in a Roller-Coaster Performance 2017-02-05T05:00:00Z Others, though, believe the hostility to immigrants is more obstinately ideological and is designed, primarily, to weaken the political coalition that put Obama in the White House for eight years. California prepares to push back on Trump's promise to deport millions 2016-11-17T05:00:00Z That’s because we’ve been changing—and obstinately refusing to change—the way we draw up the year ever since Julius Caesar got the calendar wars going. Why We Celebrate New Year's Day on January 1 2015-12-30T05:00:00Z Denial of Communion is a sanction that canon law reserves for “those who obstinately persist in manifest grave sin.” Presidential candidates take a cautious approach to Pope’s visit 2015-09-21T04:00:00Z The caption is quintessential New Yorker — at once disarmingly simple and obstinately urbane; a neatly packaged gauge of a reader’s familiarity with the mores and concerns of the cultural elite. We built a robot to help you win The New Yorker’s cartoon caption contest 2015-08-27T04:00:00Z In spite of his government’s failure to sustain agricultural success on the reclaimed lands, Mugabe obstinately continues to defend his original decision. Zimbabwe to Return Some Farms to White Landowners 2015-07-15T04:00:00Z Just once I’d like these films, obstinately about villains and their villainous agendas, to not go into the “But wait, they are heroes after all!” well. 'Minions' Review: Sandra Bullock And Jon Hamm Steal The Show 2015-06-23T04:00:00Z The economy remains obstinately static, though most forecasters predict growth of around 0.6% this year. Marching to a different tune 2015-02-26T05:00:00Z I love apocryphal versions of reality, and the people who obstinately dedicate their lives to vindicating them. Karl Ove Knausgaard Travels Through America 2015-02-25T05:00:00Z Some canyons are formed by slow erosion over millions of years, as rivers obstinately eat away at the bedrock. Dramatic floods shaped Icelandic canyon 2015-02-09T05:00:00Z So why are conservatives so obstinately opposed to a fundamentally conservative health care law? Reagan adviser Bruce Bartlett: Face it, Obama is a conservative 2014-10-21T04:00:00Z As it obstinately allowed a racially insensitive moniker to remain a team logo, I cheered touchdowns. Can I Really Stop Watching The NFL? No. And I Will Try 2014-09-04T04:00:00Z But like Gandhi, like Lincoln, like Churchill, he was doggedly, obstinately right about one -overarching thing, and he never lost sight of that. Nelson Mandela, 1918-2013: Remembering an Icon of Freedom 2013-12-05T22:05:32Z The value of their liabilities remains obstinately fixed, as if written in sun-dried clay, even as the value of their assets plunges. The dangers of debt: Lending weight 2013-09-12T16:46:00Z Ahistorical, fundamentalist readings treat these specific stages as universal and obstinately refuse any progress, effectively insisting on a return to 7th Century values for all societies at all times. What do radical Islamists actually believe in? 2013-05-24T10:34:21Z Such factories tend to serve companies that are obstinately aloof to reputational risk, he says. A Tale of Two Factory Disasters: What Cambodia Can Teach Bangladesh 2013-05-21T07:35:29Z On the face of it, the Supreme Court was punishing Gilani for obstinately refusing to pursue corruption allegations against his boss, President Zardari. No, Prime Minister: Pakistan's Highest Court Plunges Country into Uncertainty 2012-06-19T22:35:17Z Mrs Merkel has a huge historical responsibility, and she should be conscious that as leader of Europe she cannot obstinately insist on a choice that is leading Europe into danger. Alexis Tsipras interview: 'Greece is in danger of a humanitarian crisis' 2012-05-21T14:52:58Z Nevertheless one’s sympathies remain obstinately on his side. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z Pope Urban II. gave licence to the nobles to reduce to slavery the wives whom priests had obstinately refused to abandon, and after a few more acts of severity priestly marriage became obsolete. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 2 of 2) 2012-04-27T02:00:34.267Z He said that he considered it would be madness obstinately to decline such an opportunity, and she ought really to be grateful to him for cutting the knot of their difficulties. Mrs. Thompson A Novel 2012-04-25T02:01:10.557Z The citadels of Natha, the next to be invested, resisted more obstinately. The Life of Mohammad The Prophet of Allah 2012-04-25T02:01:04.030Z How can some of the best and wisest, the most prudent and the most zealous men in the realm, drive any heretic to refuse obstinately the cup of salvation offered to him? The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Whoever will look carefully into his own soul will acknowledge that thoughts battle as obstinately for existence as animals. Popular scientific lectures 2012-04-24T02:00:17.273Z The road, for a considerable distance, follows the windings of a noisy and riotous little rivulet, which, heading on the easterly side of St. Helena, runs obstinately due north for several miles. A Breeze from the Woods, 2nd Ed. 2012-04-23T02:00:29.820Z Poor blind child I was then, groping about in the dark, and sadly needing the helping hand which I was so obstinately rejecting. Ladies on Horseback Learning, Park-Riding, and Hunting, with Hints upon Costume, and Numerous Anecdotes 2012-04-23T02:00:28.843Z Premiers who were themselves graduates of universities and cultured, far-seeing men had recognised the need for a University, but the matter obstinately remained in the air. Our First Half-Century: A Review of Queensland Progress Based Upon Official Information 2012-04-22T02:00:09.320Z His mind was as obstinately set as that of a mule. Mushroom Town 2012-04-21T02:00:25.923Z In the auto of 1321 a man and his wife who obstinately refused to abjure were burned. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume II 2012-04-18T02:00:12.957Z The defeated theologians respited the pair till the next day, when they obstinately refused to yield to threats or promises, and were unanimously condemned to the stake. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume I 2012-04-17T02:00:16.473Z That he was her mate she obstinately believed, temporarily deflected from his natural progress toward herself by one of those powerful delusions that afflict every man in the course of his life. Mrs. Balfame A Novel 2012-04-15T02:00:04.827Z Though Rupert himself had obstinately declined to mend his fortunes by marriage, he seems to have been very anxious to overcome his cousin's contumacy. Rupert Prince Palatine 2012-04-13T02:00:20.660Z I ran to her, I attempted to raise her, but she resisted obstinately. Annouchka A Tale 2012-04-13T02:00:19.120Z The articles of heresy were proved against him, and if he continued obstinately to deny them delivery to the secular arm was a matter of course. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume II 2012-04-18T02:00:12.957Z Why are their stony eyes so obstinately fixed upon eternity and infinity? One of Cleopatra's Nights and Other Fantastic Romances One of Cleopatra's Nights?Clarimonde?Arria Marcella?The Mummy's Foot?Omphale: a Rococo Story?King Candaules 2012-04-08T02:00:23.693Z But Antiochus exacted a far larger sum, and obstinately refused to abate his demand. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z This, then, was the Swan, the mysterious yacht of which everyone had been talking all the summer, and whose owner was so obstinately uncommunicative and unsociable. The Tree of Knowledge A Novel 2012-04-05T02:00:35.603Z The Congress replied manfully and obstinately, but with little effect. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z At Ratisbon, Conrad met one of these, who was not suffered to enjoy security, for the bishop arrested him, and, on his obstinately maintaining his errors, cast him in a dungeon, where he perished. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume II 2012-04-18T02:00:12.957Z "Don't know no more!" said Toady Lion obstinately. The Suprising Adventures of Sir Toady Lion With Those of General Napoleon Smith 2012-04-03T02:00:29.527Z Since the emperor refuses obstinately a restitution, which both religion and equity require, I really do not see what new argument I can produce to convince him. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z Now that Miss Ellen would have given everything she possessed for that confidence, it was, of course, obstinately withheld. The Tree of Knowledge A Novel 2012-04-05T02:00:35.603Z The New York government persevered in its claims, and the settlers as obstinately resisted. Curiosities of Human Nature 2012-04-03T02:00:27.167Z There is indeed a distinguished "convert" every now and then—the Marquis of Bute some two years ago, Lord Robert Montagu last year; but the great mass of the English people remain obstinately anti-papal. Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches 2012-04-01T02:00:10.050Z "He went by the little alley to the village," Andr� answered obstinately. The Red Cockade 2012-03-30T02:00:19.603Z Better, far better, to retain a friend by a frank, courteous apology for offence given, than to make an enemy by obstinately denying or persisting in the fault. The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society 2012-03-30T02:00:17.867Z After a series of experiments so admirably conducted we can understand that the author might well be allowed to indulge in a little derision of obstinately prejudiced unbelievers. Mysterious Psychic Forces An Account of the Author's Investigations in Psychical Research, Together with Those of Other European Savants 2012-03-28T02:00:29.747Z We hear moralists and divines perpetually exclaiming, with mingled indignation and surprise, at the folly of mankind in obstinately persisting in these tormenting and violent passions, such as envy, revenge, sullenness, despair, etc. Winterslow Essays and Characters Written There 2012-03-27T02:00:25.647Z All the rescuing party felt the same way, but the tiger obstinately refused to put in an appearance. Bert Wilson, Wireless Operator 2012-03-27T02:00:19.467Z I had scarcely moved, however, when I felt my arm gripped, and some one clinging obstinately to me, held me back. The Red Cockade 2012-03-30T02:00:19.603Z Others, again, obstinately, lower tail and ears, crouch and cringe, or, worst of all, roll over on their backs. A Manual of Toy Dogs How to breed, rear, and feed them 2012-03-25T02:00:07.687Z Having to choose between two alternatives, safety and war, you obstinately prefer the worse. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary 2012-03-24T02:00:23.513Z In an extended sense, a person who is intolerant of opinions which conflict with his own, as in politics or morals; one obstinately and blindly devoted to his own church, party, belief, or opinion. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z His instinct told him that it had some connection with this picture, and he obstinately clung to the clue thus obtained, little dreaming as yet, it is true, whither it would lead. Fickle Fortune 2012-03-20T02:00:13.167Z But the Jewish nation as a whole, and the mass of the pagans, remained at present obstinately disbelieving. The Expositor's Bible: Ephesians 2012-03-20T02:00:11.133Z In cases where the headache has obstinately resisted cold applications, bromide of potassium, and opiates, a blister to the back of the neck has afforded marked relief, with no unfavorable result. A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases 2012-03-17T02:00:54.097Z "Well, whoever brought it----" "We both brought it!" she repeated obstinately. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z Clon, the porter, continued to hold the door obstinately ajar and to eye me with grinning spite, until his mistress, with some sharpness, bade him drop the bars, and conduct me to a room. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z A somnambulistic town—for in spite of all the efforts made for its glorification, it has obstinately refused to shake off its municipal drowsiness. Doesticks, What He Says 2012-03-14T02:00:27.940Z When Petersen said that he could do nothing with her, as she obstinately declared that she was going on for her husband, Dodge, greatly disturbed, was perplexed as to what action he should take. True Tales of Arctic Heroism in the New World 2012-03-13T02:00:24.640Z It may be excepted, however, that sometimes a very obstinately irritable stomach or exceedingly vitiated state of the fluids can be appropriately met by gr. x to xx of calomel. A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases 2012-03-17T02:00:54.097Z He stood outside them; his sympathies were fixed, obstinately fixed, elsewhere. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z "But something there is," the lean man persisted obstinately; and he cast a suspicious glance at Tignonville's clothes. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z But, as Don Gabriele remarks quaintly, the people obstinately refused to taste the perfect liquor out of this caraffe, esteeming it indeed rank poison. Naples Past and Present 2012-03-13T02:00:23.473Z Such Advice can only disgust those, who remain still obstinately attached to old Prejudices. Advice to the people in general, with regard to their health 2012-03-10T03:00:11.780Z In rare cases the tongue is red and glazed, and Parry and ourselves observed peculiar painful cracks continuing obstinately after the relapse. A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases 2012-03-17T02:00:54.097Z It may, however, be presumed, that these preachers were as yet mere novices, as their labors were unsuccessful, the devils obstinately resisting their exorcisms. Ecce Homo! A Critical Inquiry into the History of Jesus of Nazareth: Being a Rational Analysis of the Gospels 2012-03-06T03:00:27.910Z Some progress is made this year in Pangasinan; but some of the natives are obstinately hostile, and the missionaries are often ill-treated, and sometimes in danger of death. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898, Volume 30 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 XXX, 1640 2012-03-06T03:00:26.127Z But the two chief commanders remained obstinately behind on the further shore. The Slaves of the Padishah 2012-03-06T03:00:24.060Z But Nature continued very obstinately favourable in this Youth, who at length, but very slowly, recovered. Advice to the people in general, with regard to their health 2012-03-10T03:00:11.780Z So lost to every sense of decency That, in mere wantonness or brainless sloth, They obstinately suck forbidden thumbs! Mr Punch's Model Music Hall Songs and Dramas Collected, Improved and Re-arranged from Punch 2012-03-06T03:00:20.097Z The military men gave their opinion for a capitulation, the rest were for obstinately continuing the defence, availing themselves of the usual methods of repairing the works. An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol II (of 2) Exhibiting their discovery, population, language, government, manners, customs, productions and commerce. 2012-03-03T03:00:18.053Z In 1891, that is, not long before his death, Engels, as we just heard, obstinately defended the dictatorship of the proletariat as the only possible form of its control of the State. Dictatorship vs. Democracy (Terrorism and Communism) 2012-02-27T03:00:14.477Z I could see him catch the Weasel by the arm and attempt to drag him back by force, but the mad little creature clung obstinately to his patch of hazel. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z In the Upper House, however, the magnates united with the government to form a conservative party obstinately opposed to any project of reform, which frustrated all the efforts of the Liberals. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 8 "Hudson River" to "Hurstmonceaux" 2012-02-24T03:00:27.173Z The whole was a scene of pell-mell confusion and disorder; some abandoning positions when successful defense was possible, others obstinately holding their ground when destruction was inevitable. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol IV. No. XX. January, 1852. 2012-02-24T03:00:24.390Z And the fact that the financial year obstinately holds off until April marks the fact that Christ was born on 25 December, and therefore conceived on 25 March, the Feast of the Annunciation. How much Christianity is hidden in British society? 2012-02-22T10:39:56Z His persistence only made her shake her head the more obstinately. The Little Colonel at Boarding-School 2012-02-22T03:00:28.473Z No, no!" murmured Silver Heels, obstinately, as I took her hand and started for the stairs, "I will not go,—I cannot—I cannot! Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z "But your master said----" "Twenty-eight, by your leave," the man answered obstinately. The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z In the midst of toil, or after a hard day's work, my soul obstinately refuses to be poured out on paper. Transcendentalism in New England A History 2012-02-18T03:00:16.210Z She said all that, sincerely; but he shook his head obstinately, a little sadly, knowing that for him possible things were impossible. Spiritual Adventures 2012-02-17T03:00:27.070Z But the child, though his breath came quick and fast, and his heart throbbed like the heart of a little bird, and he feared unspeakably, remained obstinately silent. A Little Wizard 2012-02-15T03:00:38.160Z He turned roughly on me, demanding what brought me into the forest; but I shook my head, lips obstinately compressed. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z With its last struggle how great a barrier was swept away, and how much better was the chance for one who had obstinately persevered! The Maid of Honour, Volume 2 (of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France 2012-02-15T03:00:34.990Z Russell and the others obstinately combated the point, urged thereto by youthful jealousy and wounded self-esteem. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. II (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:26.817Z You know how obstinately she has refused to let me do all I wanted. Poor Relations 2012-02-11T03:04:00.973Z He remembered how strangely the boy had looked at him, how obstinately he had refused to speak, what an odd persistence he had shown in clinging to that spot. A Little Wizard 2012-02-15T03:00:38.160Z To what lay beyond he was blind; his heart was obstinately set on the one desire, and had eyes for nothing else. Second String 2012-02-11T03:03:54.390Z And yet, in spite of all, the poor wretches obstinately refused to become good and useful citizens. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 11 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Miscellany 2012-02-11T03:03:52.627Z They, however, persisted obstinately in their opposition to Damasus, combating him at first by riots, and then by calumnious law-suits, such as that instituted by one Isaac, a converted and relapsed Jew. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 9 "Dagupan" to "David" 2012-02-11T03:03:39.807Z We remain so obstinately unchanged that even Time himself does not remember who we are. For the Major A Novelette 2012-02-10T03:00:17.550Z At the side of these floating batteries the British monitors held the bridges which the Austro-Hungarians were obstinately throwing across the new Piave under the fire of their guns, and destroyed them with surprising accuracy. Current History: A Monthly Magazine of the New York Times, May 1918 Vol. VIII, Part I, No. 2 2012-02-04T03:00:16.443Z In Andy's great devotion to Harry there was mingled an element which seemed to himself absurd, but which held its place obstinately—dim and denied, yet always there. Second String 2012-02-11T03:03:54.390Z For all her deference, however, she clung obstinately to her prejudices. Our House And London out of Our Windows 2012-02-03T03:00:24.190Z Kabir was glad enough to sit and rest in the portico of Hera's shrine, looking out over the brow of the hill down to the rocky harbor where the galley still obstinately stuck. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z She shut her mouth obstinately, tilting her regal little head. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z But what she had obstinately been combating was the contention that it was true of this man who sat before her. The Turnstile 2012-01-29T03:00:09.260Z "Nothing, nothing!" she exclaimed, and she set herself obstinately to her letter. The Four Corners of the World 2012-01-26T03:00:15.920Z The captives remaining obstinately silent, as if from fear, in spite of the food that was given them, were dismissed with presents of knives and beads. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume I (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:11.530Z But he obstinately and sternly refused, replying, "Better this than a scaffold," preferring to die as a valiant soldier at his post, than to be hanged as a coward for deserting it. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume II (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.880Z Gow obstinately refusing to plead, his thumbs were tied with whipcord till they broke. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z When Belisarius, the famous general of Justinian, besieged the city of Naples, the Jews defended it most obstinately; and the length of the siege caused the death of very many of the assailants. "Granny's Chapters" (on scriptural subjects) 2012-01-13T03:00:12.913Z Hence the first Christians obstinately refused to eat of the flesh of heathen victims. Church and State as Seen in the Formation of Christendom 2012-01-11T03:00:30.173Z Do you know that by obstinately refusing to listen to reason, a woman cuts herself off from friendly sympathy? Woman and Artist 2012-01-10T03:00:14.960Z He went on talking about the Pantheon until they entered the doomed street; it was as obstinately narrow and dark as ever. The Front Yard 2012-01-09T03:00:23.183Z Thus was the contention on both sides obstinately maintained; and for a long time Anselme was commanded to attend the Court. The Lives of the III Normans, Kings of England: William the First, William the Second, Henrie the First 2012-01-08T03:00:21.027Z Why that event should have arrested him in the path of progress it is not easy to divine, for Charles X. lost his crown through obstinately opposing, not by stimulating, Liberal tendencies. Lola Montez An Adventuress of the 'Forties 2012-01-08T03:00:19.240Z My soul, which had so obstinately clung to the earth, had no longer whereon to fix her hold. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z Moreover, the Baron had been attacked by a disorder of common occurrence in hot countries, namely, a furuncle, which is exceedingly painful, and obstinately resists every remedy. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z The other descended to the sea in a chaos of rocks and loose earth, with no growth save a few twisted pines, clinging to the soil, obstinately determined to prolong their death struggle. The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) 2012-01-02T03:00:27.980Z The Dutch, however, hold on obstinately to the names they have been accustomed to, and continue to use the ancient nomenclature. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume I (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-02T03:00:25.873Z To the chiefs who flattered him, and the host of idle relations who wanted to live upon him, he turned a deaf ear, obstinately refusing to part with his property. The Fijians A Study of the Decay of Custom 2011-12-30T03:00:25.917Z Finding me obstinately determined to persevere in concealment, she proceeded to hint not obscurely, that it would be necessary to consider of some means of supply, or to provide myself with another abode. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z His overthrow left them in deeper subjection than ever to a league of despots, who differed in pomp of title and extent of territory, but agreed in obstinately denying any political liberty to the people. Liberty In The Nineteenth Century 2011-12-24T03:08:02.240Z It is sometimes eligible that learned and pious persons should visit the accused, to exhort them to confess what they obstinately deny, though they have been convicted. The History of the Inquisition of Spain from the Time of its Establishment to the Reign of Ferdinand VII. 2011-12-22T03:00:10.443Z The projected scientific operations of the Expedition might easily have been carried out within eight days, had we not been so obstinately persecuted with unfavourable weather. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume I (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-02T03:00:25.873Z If the evidence was strong, but the suspect obstinately refused to confess, complaint was made to the chief, who summoned the accused, and called for a scarf. The Fijians A Study of the Decay of Custom 2011-12-30T03:00:25.917Z He maintained that the Chinese nation had originated in Egyptian colonization, an opinion to which, in spite of every argument, he obstinately clung. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" 2011-12-16T03:00:12.320Z These two ideas he advocated at once, and ever after, as obstinately as George the Third insisted on the right to tax America. Liberty In The Nineteenth Century 2011-12-24T03:08:02.240Z The town and bishopric of Lerida, and other towns in Catalonia, obstinately resisted the establishment of the reform, and were not reduced to obedience until 1487. The History of the Inquisition of Spain from the Time of its Establishment to the Reign of Ferdinand VII. 2011-12-22T03:00:10.443Z The statue obstinately refused to accompany them,—which was taken as a sign that there, and nowhere else, the shrine should be built. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 20, No. 120, October, 1867. 2011-12-12T03:00:23.897Z “I was never so well in my life before,” obstinately. Paddy-The-Next-Best-Thing 2011-12-08T03:00:28.210Z Velchaninoff now became obstinately convinced that he was a sick man, and that to his sickly state of body was to be attributed all his perturbation of mind. Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z With a heavy heart Rustem seeks to withdraw from the contest; he treats with Isfendyar; but the latter obstinately insists on his terms. The History of Antiquity Vol. V. 2011-12-06T03:00:24.110Z At that time I learned to hold obstinately to my conjectures until I had overcome the patient's prevarications and had forced him to confirm my suppositions. A General Introduction to Psychoanalysis 2011-12-06T03:00:21.763Z “I don’t care about cards,” he answered obstinately and with a note of hard decision in his voice. The Stronger Influence 2011-12-02T03:00:23.630Z "I promised I would meet you where you would in a month's time," repeated Vernon obstinately. The Passionate Elopement 2011-12-02T03:00:19.930Z But Velchaninoff still held out, and the more obstinately because he was conscious of a certain worrying feeling which he had had ever since Pavel Pavlovitch began to talk about his bride. Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z Both obstinately refuse to admit that their opponents urge anything decisive. St. Peter, His Name and His Office As set forth in holy scripture 2011-11-28T03:00:25.013Z I knew his offer was genuine, but being obstinately proud, there were reasons why he would be the last man I should care to ask for assistance in a difficulty. The Mistress of Bonaventure 2011-11-28T03:00:22.190Z It cannot, of course, be denied that public opinion was obstinately opposed to the diversion of the Theoric Fund to the purposes of the war with Philip. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 4 "Grasshopper" to "Greek Language" 2011-11-28T03:00:19.517Z The older generals seem merely to have been passive connivers, stupidly and obstinately holding to the original official mistake rather than surrender under fire. The Letters of William James, Vol. II 2011-11-24T03:00:48.427Z Little by little she began to reply to his questions, but very cautiously and in an obstinately monosyllabic way. Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z What, then, are Anglicans about in dividing these two doctrines, and contending for the institution of bishops, while they obstinately deny the institution of the Primacy? St. Peter, His Name and His Office As set forth in holy scripture 2011-11-28T03:00:25.013Z Ardent in dispute and obstinately attached to his own ideas, we see this infallible Apostle boasted of having resisted Cephas, i.e. Critical Examination of the Life of St. Paul 2011-11-24T03:00:45.230Z But this action, while it wrought delay in her progress, rendered somewhat earlier her meeting with one who still obstinately pursued her. An Ambitious Woman A Novel 2011-11-23T03:00:54.137Z "I want to know what you mean to do," reiterated Vicot obstinately. The Transgression of Andrew Vane a novel 2011-11-17T03:00:37.293Z By the end of the journey, however, her hysterical condition was nearly over, but she was very silent and sat looking morosely about her, obstinately silent and gloomy, like a little wild animal. Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z He desired peace with Russia first of all, and at the congress of �land even obtained relatively favourable terms, only to have them rejected by his obstinately optimistic master. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" 2011-11-13T03:00:13.177Z Maria still stayed obstinately at the window, shielded from the eyes of her friends by the great damask curtains. The Marquis of Pe?alta (Marta y Mar?a) A Realistic Social Novel 2011-11-12T03:00:35.113Z At this period East Broadway wore only a waning grace of gentility; some few conservative nabobs still lingered there, obstinately defying plebeian inroads. An Ambitious Woman A Novel 2011-11-23T03:00:54.137Z At first she obstinately refused, but I had the support of Miss Angela, to whom I privately whispered the desirability of "taking her mind off it." In Accordance with the Evidence 2011-11-06T02:00:12.393Z When the wave of persecution broke, some faltered, while others obstinately upheld the doctrine that had then become part of their Church divinity. The Anglo-French Entente in the Seventeenth Century 2011-11-04T02:00:24.773Z He did not obstinately adhere to things impracticable. Homes of American Statesmen With Anecdotical, Personal, and Descriptive Sketches 2011-11-04T02:00:19.293Z The old man had money enough to buy him a farm and retire from the navy; but he obstinately refused to do so while Somers retained his commission. Brave Old Salt or, Life on the Quarter Deck 2011-11-04T02:00:18.377Z And she was not long without experiencing still further hardships from the situation in which she had persisted so obstinately to remain. Adeline Mowbray or, The Mother and Daughter 2011-11-04T02:00:17.120Z As I approached, and when I was already in the midst of the troops which guarded it, an old woman, pushing a barrow full of vegetables, obstinately barred my progress. The Recollections of Alexis de Tocqueville 2011-11-02T02:00:13.477Z As to my work, it has stood obstinately still for a long while; certainly a torpid liver makes a torpid brain. Charlotte Bront? A Monograph 2011-11-01T02:00:20.233Z The people of that city suffering grievously under the earl’s oppressive taxation, Lady Godiva appealed again and again to her husband, who obstinately refused to remit the tolls. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 2 "Gloss" to "Gordon, Charles George" 2011-10-31T02:00:28.703Z He perished, obstinately brave: They laid the Index on his grave. Chimneysmoke 2011-10-27T02:00:25.953Z As a picture of exciting escapes, of coolness and resource at moments of acute danger, of well-calculated risks, boldly accepted and obstinately carried through, it has few rivals in sea story. Notwithstanding 2011-10-19T02:00:22.340Z The panther clung obstinately to the cover, not moving until the beaters were almost on it. Life in an Indian Outpost 2011-10-19T02:00:19.943Z Nay, daughter, if you thus obstinately shut your ears to reason, I must use very different language towards you. Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason 2011-10-15T02:00:27.517Z But the Frieslanders east of the Zuider Zee obstinately resisted repeated attempts to bring them into subjection. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 2 "French Literature" to "Frost, William" 2011-10-14T02:00:26.280Z They are as prodigal in the quotation of specious texts in support of their own particular thesis as they are obstinately deaf to the sound logical view of an opponent. The Hindoos as they Are A Description of the Manners, Customs and the Inner Life of Hindoo Society in Bengal 2011-10-13T02:00:35.977Z It is evident that they whose intellects reject the yoke of Christ are obstinately striving against God. Leo XIII., the Great Leader 2011-10-12T02:00:51.183Z You have hitherto paid no attention to this judgment, especially in regard to its later requirements, but have obstinately persisted in disobedience to your superiors. John Ronge: The Holy Coat Of Treves New German-Catholic Chruch 2011-10-12T02:00:44.710Z But having now regained his courage, the sturdy churl obstinately refused to stir a foot with them, and even ventured to utter a wish that the enterprise might fail. Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason 2011-10-15T02:00:27.517Z The attack, however, was very spirited, and for some time obstinately maintained; particularly at a redoubt on the Ebenezer road, which was a scene of hot action, great loss, and consummate bravery. Some Account of the Public Life of the Late Lieutenant-General Sir George Prevost, Bart. Particularly of his Services in the Canadas, including a reply to the strictures on his Military Character, Contained in an Article in The Quareterly Review 2011-10-11T02:01:07.053Z Which betrays censurable apathy, he who obstinately rushes headlong to the brink of a mighty precipice, or he who gives the timely warning to beware? The History of Cuba, vol. 2 2011-10-11T02:01:01.423Z But he obstinately refused even to listen to such a proposition, and continued his wild career unchecked. Vondel's Lucifer 2011-10-09T02:00:28.557Z This is the folly of a bleeding gamester, who will obstinately pursue a losing hand. Dryden's Works Vol. 3 (of 18) Sir Martin Mar-All; The Tempest; An Evening's Love; Tyrannic Love 2011-10-08T02:00:22.420Z “I will not stir from this spot,” rejoined the prophetess, obstinately; “I will testify to the truth.” Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason 2011-10-15T02:00:27.517Z On the left the wood was very thick, and was most obstinately maintained by the enemy. Some Account of the Public Life of the Late Lieutenant-General Sir George Prevost, Bart. Particularly of his Services in the Canadas, including a reply to the strictures on his Military Character, Contained in an Article in The Quareterly Review 2011-10-11T02:01:07.053Z If he was in love it was in his own way, reflectively, inexpressibly, obstinately. Lady Barbarina The Siege of London, An International Episode and Other Tales 2011-10-06T02:00:37.063Z The brave garrison was left to its fate, fighting obstinately against its doom. The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z “And I’ll tell him to his face ... that he’s a dirty blackguard,” the old nurse insisted, obstinately. The Later Life 2011-10-02T02:00:13.037Z Let us inquire for what purposes these wars were so obstinately maintained. 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 For instance, notwithstanding the infallibility of his lotions and emollients, and creams and pastes, the face and neck of Mrs. Dodcomb obstinately persisted in remaining wrinkled, yellow, speckled, and spotty. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z He tenderly embraced, and vowed to protect her from such cruelty and oppression, should his father continue obstinately to insist on her giving her hand to a man she disliked. Bungay Castle: A Novel. v. 1/2 2011-09-27T02:00:20.260Z Nevertheless, this original kept himself obstinately apart, and never showed himself except to give lessons. The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia with an introduction by Julius Bramont 2011-09-27T02:00:18.213Z They would obstinately refuse to listen to a wisdom and prudence which meant nothing in their ears, and which brought home to them a sense of their own inferiority. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 7 "Geoponici" to "Germany" 2011-09-26T02:00:25.313Z "Mrs. Lathbun doesn't look a bit like a woman who would hide her daughter away from a millionaire," she said, obstinately. In a Mysterious Way 2011-09-25T02:00:17.377Z The jelly obstinately refused to clarify, and the blanc-mange was equally unwilling to congeal. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z The canonical Gospels, however, only accentuate the guilt of the Jews by representing the chief priests and elders, as well as the multitude, obstinately clamouring for his crucifixion, and finally overcoming Pilate's scruples. The Gospel According To Peter 2011-09-22T02:00:26.513Z "We have time before us," he thinks, and he strives obstinately to dispel discouraging thoughts. The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia with an introduction by Julius Bramont 2011-09-27T02:00:18.213Z A masterly combined movement by land and water enabled Germanicus to concentrate his forces against the main body of the Germans encamped on the Weser, and to crush them in two obstinately contested battles. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 7 "Geoponici" to "Germany" 2011-09-26T02:00:25.313Z From faces and places she passed to names, though—this was quite marked—only to certain ones; and I became rather obstinately silent except when she actually paused for a remark. The Debit Account 2011-09-21T02:00:33.753Z That he had committed so foul a crime as to stab an enemy in the back, this in the very face of his own confession Mary still obstinately refused to believe. The Tangled Skein 2011-09-21T02:00:29.687Z Why is it, then, that you so obstinately look altogether on the dark side of a factory life? Mind Amongst the Spindles 2011-09-20T02:00:13.677Z "I tell you, you are wrong," says the secretary, in a dogmatic tone, with his eyes obstinately fixed on the ground, and without looking at his companion. The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia with an introduction by Julius Bramont 2011-09-27T02:00:18.213Z "I do not quite understand why this policy is so obstinately opposed here," said Mr. Benas. Simon Eichelkatz; The Patriarch Two Stories of Jewish Life 2011-09-15T02:00:12.970Z There was a way, painful for you, to free yourself; it was proposed to you at first; you obstinately rejected it.... The Princess of Bagdad a play in three acts 2011-09-15T02:00:11.723Z These unseemly proceedings were caused by the ritualistic rector, Bryan King, who had introduced the objectionable ceremonial, and obstinately continued it in spite of the decided opposition and protests of his colleague, Mr. Allen. Church History, Vol. 3 of 3 2011-09-14T02:00:43.813Z Emma's eyes were now obstinately closed, and her cheeks were like marble. The Old-Fashioned Fairy Book 2011-09-09T02:01:11.180Z It was the right of the trench works that was longest and most obstinately assailed; in that quarter the combat was most sanguinary. The Clan Fraser in Canada Souvenir of the First Annual Gathering 2011-09-09T02:01:00.467Z But on his return to Greece his views changed, and he violently and obstinately opposed the union he had previously urged. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" 2011-09-02T02:00:20.450Z I had now to keep my bed, and was soon leached and blistered, but the cough clung to me most obstinately, and so shook me that I felt too ill to work. The Gentleman Cadet His Career and Adventures at the Royal Military Academy Woolwich 2011-08-31T02:01:40.423Z It trembled on Brenda’s lips to promise to massage it in the morning; but deciding that this was weak also she remained obstinately silent. The Shadow of the Past 2011-08-31T02:01:36.547Z They obstinately refused to hold any palaver with the officers or crew of the Gloaming Star. Born to Wander A Boy's Book of Nomadic Adventures 2011-08-31T02:01:32.837Z Yet a more elastic hypothesis could not possibly have been advanced, and that the text obstinately refuses to fit into it, is even more than could have been expected. Supernatural Religion, Vol. II. (of III) An Inquiry into the Reality of Divine Revelation 2011-08-30T02:00:31.587Z There the log obstinately remained for the most of an hour, but suddenly made up its mind, and went, clearing the stern by inches. The Sea and the Jungle 2011-08-30T02:00:30.350Z "We are forbidden by the Catholic Religion to say there be three Gods or three Lords," obstinately persist the people. My Path to Atheism 2011-08-30T02:00:29.183Z Detached men, some in the black and white, stood at the street corners, as if obstinately avoiding the current of work. Sea and Sardinia 2011-08-28T02:00:30.857Z If he will stand obstinately, the devil may turn everything around. The Deluge, Vol. I. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-08-26T02:00:24.433Z Who refuses so obstinately to see any good in the Nazarene they have known from their nurseries? Cecil Castlemaine's Gage, Lady Marabout's Troubles, and Other Stories 2011-08-25T02:00:30.323Z No, I prophesy that the train will get to Whiterigg station exactly to railway time; and as for being snowed up, there isn't a single flake coming down, and the sky is obstinately blue. The Girls of St. Cyprian's A Tale of School Life 2011-08-24T02:00:19.813Z The patient refuses to take food, and is obstinately constipated: the tongue is foul, and the skin is tinged with a yellowish hue: the eyes assume a glossy lustre, and exhibit a peculiar wildness. Observations on Madness and Melancholy Including Practical Remarks on those Diseases together with Cases and an Account of the Morbid Appearances on Dissection 2011-08-23T02:00:29.227Z No," she said obstinately, "it's an excellent way to do. Concerning Sally 2011-08-19T02:00:14.430Z He kept his nose turned obstinately up stream, in which direction I also kept my eyes fixed on the grass. The Backwoodsman or, Life on the Indian Frontier 2011-08-17T02:00:27.330Z As to the road he had come he was obstinately silent. World's End A Story in Three Books 2011-08-16T02:00:47.740Z He obstinately refused to make the slightest concession, and in consequence nearly lost the friendship of Lord Herries, with whom he had been long intimate. Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume I (of 2) 2011-08-14T02:00:25.307Z Evening came, and then the dark hours of night, and I still lay there obstinately cherishing my grief. The Devil's Elixir Vol. II (of 2) 2011-08-09T02:00:28.197Z The parson gulped a mouthful with a wry face—an obstinately wry face; he could not manage to control it. Every Man for Himself 2011-08-09T02:00:26.920Z At cocoa's bland nutritious nibs My palate obstinately jibs; And coffee, when I like it best, Plays utter havoc with my rest. Punch, or The London Charivari, Vol. 150, May 31, 1916 2011-08-09T02:00:23.527Z The Church at length gave their judgment against him, that he was a notorious, scandalous sinner, and obstinately impenitent. Some Phases of Sexual Morality and Church Discipline in Colonial New England 2011-08-08T02:00:19.693Z Here he fell in the way of ex-notary's clerk Chanot, whose practice in his uncle's office soon wormed Matteo's whole confidence from him—that is, save on one point which he kept obstinately to himself. A Tatter of Scarlet Adventurous Episodes of the Commune in the Midi 1871 2011-08-04T02:00:19.957Z She related incidents concerning her life at Hamilton Arms, and also that of her distinguished uncle, Brooke Hamilton, which, ordinarily, would have remained obstinately locked behind her stubborn lips. Marjorie Dean, College Senior 2011-08-01T02:00:12.720Z Somewhere inside of him the carefully erected walls of use and custom were tumbling in strange ruins and out of the d�bris another structure, formless as yet, but obstinately sturdy, was rising. The Real Man 2011-07-29T02:00:28.280Z Now that they had lost the game, she obstinately refused to keep her word. Marjorie Dean College Freshman 2011-07-27T02:00:32.033Z The crowd that accompanied me fell off one by one, and at last I heard the step of but one solitary person behind me, who followed me obstinately to the door of my house. Gabriel A Story of the Jews in Prague 2011-07-27T02:00:26.233Z In the face of such a situation the only alternative for the Japanese in the United States, when they obstinately cling to their own ways of living and thinking, would be to go elsewhere. Japan and the California Problem 2011-07-25T02:00:13.940Z The two natures had never struggled with each other so obstinately before. A Twofold Life 2011-07-21T02:00:21.433Z Cincinnati lies obstinately on the Ohio, not on the Mississippi, and it is nonsense 55 to speak of Daniel Webster as a President of the United States. The Teacher Essays and Addresses on Education 2011-07-19T02:00:17.220Z “I’m awful sorry, ladies,” declared the deputy sheriff, obstinately shaking his head. Ruth Fielding Down in Dixie Great Times in the Land of Cotton 2011-07-17T02:00:32.150Z It has endured no less than seventeen sieges since the tenth century, accompanied by bombardments, the last of which took place in 1809, when Napoleon stormed the town, which was obstinately defended by the Austrians. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z And that the censures of admonition and excommunication be in due manner executed, for sinne, convicted, and obstinately stood in. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 1 "Evangelical Church Conference" to "Fairbairn, Sir William" 2011-07-16T02:00:16.387Z “Best of it!” cried Hilton, who now obstinately refused to glance at the author of their trouble, and kept pacing up and down like a caged beast. One Maid's Mischief 2011-07-15T02:00:22.283Z "No, no! that is not so," the peasant obstinately maintained. Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z They were run down at the heel and thin of sole; but they were dear to his heart and he clung to them obstinately in spite of their shabby appearance. Fore! 2011-07-11T02:00:06.097Z In searching for ore, the soil, the slope of the hills, spar, blossom, trees, &c., are taken as guides, and some are obstinately attached to these signs. Scenes and Andventures in the Semi-Alpine Region of the Ozark Mountains of Missouri and Arkansas 2011-07-10T02:00:18.883Z But to all these hints and suggestions he—with a certain perverseness difficult to account for, and which was remembered in days to come—obstinately turned a deaf ear. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z That was an artful jack though, for it must have understood Cyril Mallow and his wiles, obstinately refusing to be caught. Eli's Children The Chronicles of an Unhappy Family 2011-07-08T02:00:20.557Z The department sits obstinately in the way, brandishing the outdated orthodoxy that "green" and "growth" cannot be paired. Treasury trolls told 'green' and 'growth' can go together 2011-07-07T12:21:00Z "They obstinately maintained their defiance, then?" he said. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z This was done pursuant to the original theory, obstinately adhered to up to date, that there was no real substantial unwillingness to American rule. The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 2011-06-29T02:00:28.167Z The bellman did not stop till he reached home, where he obstinately affirmed he had seen the gentleman's ghost, who had taken away the bell, which greatly alarmed the whole town. Amusing Prose Chap Books 2011-06-27T02:01:05.043Z But “it frequently happens that the girl rescinds what has been agreed upon between the parents and the bridegroom, obstinately rejecting the very mention of marriage.” The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex Volume II (1st Edition) 2011-06-27T02:01:01.007Z A desirable few, who obstinately disapproved, should not annoy her; and at last they too might forget. The Higher Court 2011-06-27T02:01:00.213Z "I can't give her up," he said obstinately, after a pause. The Trail of the Axe A Story of Red Sand Valley 2011-06-27T02:00:56.823Z At once he fell asleep, with the cold stump of a half-burned cigar obstinately clenched between his teeth. Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z He did not know, but he was obstinately resolved to see her that night. A Man's Hearth 2011-06-25T02:00:17.093Z With such contingencies before it, the government of Russia ought to ponder well before obstinately persevering in its present system. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z The Doctor, meanwhile, remained obstinately solemn, but it was obvious that the strangest visions were passing through his brain. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z Philina insisted that he should do his duty; and, as he obstinately refused, she told him plainly he might go about his business. Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-22T02:00:23.137Z The latter was outlawed by the Emperor, yet he obstinately determined to resist, in the hope of wresting the Electorate of Saxony from the younger line and restoring it to his own family. A History of Germany From the Earliest Times to the Present Day 2011-06-22T02:00:21.157Z See the old Goths, in K——'s Designs survive; And Modern Fools, to imitate his strive: Renouncing all the Rules the Romans had, Are past reclaiming, obstinately mad. The Art of Architecture A Poem In Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry 2011-06-17T02:00:16.870Z The Tatars brought us sweetmeats, coffee, and fresh eggs, and obstinately refused to take payment for them. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z She remained obstinately convinced that she wanted the Lord to abide with her. The Soul of Susan Yellam 2011-06-16T02:00:19.090Z After this, he had obstinately refused to answer any more questions. By Veldt and Kopje 2011-06-15T02:00:20.067Z Learning at last that by obstinately contending for too much, they might possibly lose all, the proprietaries signified to doctor Franklin a willingness that their land should be taxed. The Life of Benjamin Franklin With Many Choice Anecdotes and admirable sayings of this great man never before published by any of his biographers 2011-06-15T02:00:17.903Z He obstinately centered his thoughts upon the rough plan of his Zagreus. Ancient Manners Also Known As Aphrodite 2011-06-13T02:00:23.863Z Setting out from this principle he put aside all the names proscribed by the revolution, and stuck obstinately to a myth. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z From that undiscovered country, whose existence she had obstinately denied, a traveller had returned. The Soul of Susan Yellam 2011-06-16T02:00:19.090Z That she should finally recognize that presence, he was obstinately determined. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z If I were a trained nurse," she said obstinately, "it would be all right! The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z Theano, in a naive fit of drunkenness, was obstinately pulling at a rose stripped of its leaves, the thorns of which were caught in her hair. Ancient Manners Also Known As Aphrodite 2011-06-13T02:00:23.863Z The Mongol is perhaps above all others the type that perpetuates itself with most energy, and most obstinately resists the influence of foreign admixture continued through a long series of generations. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z Throughout the day, Mrs. Yellam hovered in and out of Fancy's room, instinctively conscious that her patient was less strong, but obstinately determined to fight that instinct. The Soul of Susan Yellam 2011-06-16T02:00:19.090Z Daisy has seized her hand and clings to it obstinately. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z "Then it was their fault!" he said obstinately. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z Where there is nothing but a straight line, they obstinately search for the complexity of a web; they find emptiness and go astray in it. Ancient Manners Also Known As Aphrodite 2011-06-13T02:00:23.863Z I have changed my mind," she said, obstinately, "and you must not feel displeased with me. Faithful Margaret A Novel 2011-06-10T02:00:21.627Z I assure you that I am not obstinately attached to any system, but am ready to relinquish any views I may have taken as soon as I am satisfied that they are incorrect. Letters of David Ricardo to Thomas Robert Malthus, 1810-1823 2011-06-09T02:00:21.460Z The closed door was the obstinately shut mind, the weeds the cumber of daily neglect, the accumulated hindrances of sloth; the orchard the garden of delectable fruit for the dainty feast of the soul. Holman Hunt Masterpieces in Colour 2011-06-09T02:00:21.080Z She saw her always weak and irresolute, obstinately shrugging her shoulders, her brow clouded over—rebellious and foredoomed. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z "She had it wrongfully," said Hwei obstinately "else she would not have been slain." The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z He was ready to stifle with vexation, and obstinately would not promise to row. Memoirs of Benjamin Franklin; Written by Himself. [Vol. 1 of 2] With His Most Interesting Essays, Letters, and Miscellaneous Writings; Familiar, Moral, Political, Economical, and Philosophical 2011-06-08T02:00:20.907Z But Simon was obstinately resolved that she should accompany him, and share the dangers and the glory of the expedition. In Both Worlds 2011-06-08T02:00:17.360Z “I am going back to Hedgerow House,” concluded the artist obstinately. The Secret of Lonesome Cove 2011-06-07T02:00:12.563Z So obstinately do they pursue this route, that they will not turn out of it for any obstacle that can possibly be surmounted. Rambles of a Naturalist 2011-06-04T02:00:13.503Z I'm going to get that five thousand pounds," said Rupert, obstinately, "as soon as I can recollect where I saw that fan. The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z Love it continuously, generously, if needs be obstinately; smite its hardness, as once a rock was smitten, with the rod of generosity. The Pastor's Wife 2011-06-02T02:00:23.873Z At all other times he was obstinately recluse. Ormond, Volume II (of 3) or, The Secret Witness 2011-06-02T02:00:19.953Z "But I don't see—and I don't intend to," I said obstinately. A Cry in the Wilderness 2011-06-01T02:00:28.933Z "That don't make no difference," insisted her father, obstinately, "you shouldn't have her!" The Tobacco Tiller A Tale of the Kentucky Tobacco Fields 2011-06-01T02:00:27.327Z During several moments I obstinately endeavoured to comprehend this mystery; but irresistible Indifference soon threw herself upon me, nor was I more heavily dejected thereby than they by their crushing Chimæras. The Poems and Prose Poems of Charles Baudelaire with an Introductory Preface by James Huneker 2011-06-01T02:00:22.477Z He squared his shoulders obstinately and took up the challenge. The Son of his Father 2011-06-01T02:00:21.287Z But the government obstinately refused all electoral reform, and held to the law of 1831. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 8 "France" to "Francis Joseph I." 2011-05-27T02:00:16.463Z The more obstinately the two remaining brigades now defended the suburb of St. Martin, the more ominous for them must prove the result of the action. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z For though the blood loss from a severed artery had left him quite weak, he had obstinately refused to stop work. The Mystery of The Barranca 2011-05-25T02:00:16.720Z Again and again I put the third one to his mouth; but he settled back obstinately into the nest, and would have none of it. A Rambler's lease 2011-05-22T02:00:11.507Z He showed therein his complete inability to accept and assimilate those revolutionary ideas which Diaghileff had made his creed, and obstinately and industriously strove to inculcate. An Autobiography 2011-05-21T02:00:10.850Z From his face I knew he was obstinately striving against some difficulty. Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z In opposition to Gambetta, who was himself in Besan�on, General Cambriels obstinately resisted every order to renew the advance, and would only consent to maintain his strong position under the walls of the fortress. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z But I remained obstinately grave, until, from topic to topic, he came to the Academy. Daisy Burns (Volume 2) 2011-05-20T02:00:30.427Z "I never saw it or heard of it," obstinately persisted Chattaway. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Despite all this, Charles spoke authoritatively in his capitularies, and though incapable of defending western France, coveted other crowns and looked obstinately eastwards. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z "Divorce ought to meet a case like theirs," she went on obstinately. Love and hatred 2011-05-13T02:00:08.103Z The farmstead whose possession was so obstinately disputed was taken by storm at about five o'clock, with the co-operation of the Grenadiers of the 8th Life-Regiment. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z But with incomprehensible rudeness, Semyon Ivanovitch persisted in lying in bed in silence, and obstinately pulling the quilt higher and higher over his head. White Nights and Other Stories The Novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Volume X 2011-05-07T02:00:35.433Z A certain number of Federals, who obstinately remained behind in the thirteenth arrondissement, were surrounded and taken prisoners. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z On every occasion the facts have obstinately refused to honour the prophecy after the event. The Law and the Poor 2011-05-07T02:00:30.390Z "I would not slay thee, but thou and I, boy, can never live in the same land!" she said, obstinately. Captain Kyd (Vol 1 of 2) or, The Wizard of the Sea 2011-05-06T02:00:10.447Z "What, obstinately silent? does the evil spirit take that course?" said Parris. Silent Struggles 2011-05-05T02:00:16.850Z But Vasya remained obstinately silent, writing, and not raising his head. White Nights and Other Stories The Novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Volume X 2011-05-07T02:00:35.433Z Paris abandoned herself to her new masters, obstinately shutting her eyes. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z Whence the author of this history draws this inference, that his right name was Quixada, and not Quesada, as others obstinately pretend. The History of Don Quixote de la Mancha 2011-05-01T02:00:10.977Z Silverside resolved itself into two parties, each apparently determined to misunderstand the other, and obstinately resolute not to mix. For the School Colours 2011-04-28T02:00:12.693Z But old Wahpee drew up his horse, and motioned obstinately that he intended to go no farther. Silent Struggles 2011-05-05T02:00:16.850Z Augustine had scarcely been a day at home before he began obstinately to air his new opinions, determined that she should listen. Life of Saint Monica 2011-04-25T02:00:07.817Z He obstinately refused, declaring this fort had no strategical value. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z But as to the forfeit, wilt thou actually persist in obstinately forgetting all about it? A Syrup of the Bees 2011-04-23T02:00:04.300Z Then as the door remained obstinately closed—too long at any rate for M. le Marquis's impatience—he boldly placed his hand on the knob and threw it open. Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z "Isn't it enough to vex one, when my blockhead of a cousin obstinately persists in his silly romance, with this old hypocrite and his daughter?" Seed-time and Harvest A Novel 2011-04-18T02:00:12.023Z At least once in the course of every analysis a moment comes when the patient obstinately maintains that just now positively nothing whatever occurs to his mind. Group Psychology and The Analysis of The Ego 2011-04-17T02:00:02.907Z Instead of imitating them, of also occupying the houses, the Federals, there as everywhere else, obstinately kept behind the barricade. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z We wanted to tire her out and make her ready to fall into our hands at once, and instead of that, we've only made her more obstinately prejudiced against us than before. An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. III (of III). (Ut Mine Stromtid) 2011-04-14T02:01:02.690Z Altogether she seemed unlike herself, less sure, less obstinately dominant. Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z Slumber that night, however, obstinately refused to close the eyes of Gunzo the learned. Ekkehard. Vol. II (of II). A Tale of the Tenth Century 2011-04-14T02:00:45.217Z In the pursuit of it they were willing to be candid at the risk of perversity, while they obstinately denied that there should be any relation between art and morals. Aspects and Impressions 2011-04-12T02:00:22.073Z The mayor refused, the former prefect obstinately tried to demonstrate that the Commune was a Prussian invention. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z Torture is resorted to only in the case where, although the evidence is conclusive, yet the prisoner obstinately refuses to acknowledge his guilt. A Fantasy of Far Japan Summer Dream Dialogues 2011-04-09T02:00:13.677Z The operation was absolutely successful, but the patient herself obstinately refused to respond to the skill that sought her complete recovery. The Way of the Strong 2011-04-07T02:00:21.387Z Behaim's West Africa is often obstinately Ptolemaic, at the end of the century which had revolutionised the knowledge of this part of the world. The Chronicle of the Discovery and Conquest of Guinea Vol. II 2011-04-05T02:00:10.813Z Of the latter class was Gruterus, who, in his edition published at Hamburgh, 1618, appears to have obstinately rejected even the most obvious emendations which had been recently made on the text of his author. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z Nevertheless, without obstinately shutting one's eyes it was impossible not to see the precipice to which the Government was hurrying us on. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z One gets out of prison," he said obstinately, "as I've tried myself. The Game and the Candle 2011-04-03T02:00:16.907Z But on this point Frank remained obstinately silent. The Way of the Strong 2011-04-07T02:00:21.387Z This Party met with three or four Men, who defended themselves obstinately, till they all fell dead on the Spot. The History of the Five Indian Nations of Canada Part I, Part II 2011-04-01T02:00:35.400Z The tenets of the dogmatic philosophers were so various and contradictory, were so obstinately maintained, and rested on such precarious foundations, that they afforded much scope and encouragement to scepticism. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z Hence, although acquainted for centuries past with innumerable rich veins of ore, the knowledge of which has been handed down from father to son, they obstinately persist in keeping them secret. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 370, August 1846 2011-04-01T02:00:28.747Z The battle was obstinately contested, but the pretender's small and ill-armed forces had no chance against the royal troops. Claimants to Royalty 2011-03-31T02:00:20.557Z After leaving the theatre, she learned that one of her old acquaintances was to have a "grand opening" in a new saloon, and she was obstinately determined to find the place. Mississippi Outlaws and the Detectives Don Pedro and the Detectives; Poisoner and the Detectives 2011-03-28T02:00:28.167Z They found the place, however, filled with an audience of whites and blacks who had gathered to listen to an abolition address, and who obstinately refused to remove. History of American Abolitionism 2011-03-28T02:00:23.663Z Liana, upon whom one might visit the misdemeanor of the brother, because he obstinately stayed away and begged for no grace. Titan: A Romance v. 1 (of 2) 2011-03-25T02:00:11.007Z She accepted the charge, but she obstinately withheld the love that might have made that charge an easy one. Unlucky A Fragment of a Girl's Life 2011-03-24T02:00:14.360Z Have you not observed how obstinately his curling locks are matted to his head? The Cavaliers of Virginia, vol. 1 of 2 or, The Recluse of Jamestown; An historical romance of the Old Dominion 2011-03-23T02:00:21.287Z It is obstinately empirical, and will never learn anything from experience. Three Philosophical Poets Lucretius, Dante, and Goethe 2011-03-20T02:00:33.357Z When blinded men obstinately shut their hearts to Thy love: I will love Thee who hast shown me an everlasting love. Story of My Life, volumes 1-3 2011-03-20T02:00:26.607Z "Tell me, I entreat you," continued he, "why the prince of Cachemire is obstinately bent upon giving his daughter to lord Barbabou whom she does not love?" Voltaire's Romances, Complete in One Volume 2011-03-20T02:00:21.247Z Yet here were reproaches for the girl who had been obstinately bent upon a mercenary marriage—a sacrifice which she seemed to have made against her mother's pleadings! The Daughter Pays 2011-03-19T02:00:09.513Z Don’t be so ready to suspect the first person you dislike, and then to keep obstinately to your opinion.” The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z Three times the curtain rose; but when there was a demand for a fourth glimpse of the strange, pathetic picture, it remained obstinately down: Erika had retired. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z Long vacillating and irresolute, long doubtful of himself and all the world, he was resolved at last, and obstinately bent upon carrying out his resolution. The Doctor's Wife 2011-03-06T03:00:18.770Z Adler had too little imagination and reasoned too obstinately to foresee remote possibilities. More Tales by Polish Authors 2011-03-04T03:01:05.113Z He is very patient," she replied, while her thoughts went obstinately back to the dream garden, veiled in mist, to the man who approached her, groping blindly, to his words, "Are you coming back? The Daughter Pays 2011-03-19T02:00:09.513Z Sidon surrendered to Alexander but Tyre resisted obstinately. A Short History of the World 2011-03-04T03:01:03.147Z Besides, it had become quite evident in the earlier stage of the negotiations, that the government of France was obstinately opposed to the recognition of the Catholic religion as the religion of the State. The Irish Ecclesiastical Record, Volume 1, February, 1865 2011-03-04T03:01:02.750Z If Krupitschka had been upon the box he would have opposed his young mistress's order as surely as he would have disobeyed it obstinately. 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z Other royal attendants made similar efforts, only to be waved aside by the old gentleman, who obstinately refused to be stopped. Forty Years of 'Spy' 2011-03-04T03:00:57.237Z He had no idea how obstinately and amazingly the problem would recur to his mind, and how serious would grow his qualms as the hour of revelation drew near. The Tenants of Malory Volume 2 of 3 2011-03-04T03:00:56.067Z I know what I am saying, Gipsy—you obstinately refuse. Sharing Her Crime 2011-03-04T03:00:54.907Z He bent down to kiss her, but she kept her face obstinately buried in the pillow. A Charming Fellow, Volume III (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:27.467Z She taps the gravel of the pathway defiantly with her foot and is obstinately silent. 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z Garments, which yesterday were content to hang in an orderly manner against the partitions of one's state-room, now obstinately persist in hanging at all sorts of peculiar and disgraceful angles. My Unknown Chum 2011-03-01T03:00:38.307Z Kolia obstinately refuses to go to bed until his father has returned. Asbe?n From the Life of a Virtuoso 2011-02-27T03:00:30.780Z She is honestly very much frightened at what she has done, but obstinately declines to acknowledge it even to her own heart. Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z Some of them obstinately refused, giving no other reason for their refusal, if reason it can be called, than Ualay gusto co, “I do not wish it.” The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 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 XLIII, 1670-1700 2011-02-26T03:00:46.860Z A fresh boy had come to his school whose displeasure he had won by obstinately keeping at the top of the class, a position keenly coveted by the new boy, whose name was Frank Bell. The Little Missis 2011-02-26T03:00:44.830Z Still I am far from defending obstinately my own idiosyncracies, and yet farther from setting them up as a rule to others. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z France has got a renewal of the original privilege, whilst Russia continues obstinately to oppose these concessions. The Thistle and the Cedar of Lebanon 2011-02-20T03:00:13.767Z Why does she keep her eyes—those honest telltales—so obstinately fixed upon the ground? Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z But some, though caution’d night and morn, Will not take heed, howe’er we warn, But still to make their neighbours fun, Will obstinately blunder on. Awd Isaac, The Steeple Chase, and other Poems With a glossary of the Yorkshire Dialect 2011-02-16T03:00:41.223Z "I did not wish to wound you, indeed not," she answered, and put her hand out heartily, but Hugo stood obstinately averted, and appeared not to notice it. Riven Bonds. Vol. II. A Novel, in Two Volumes 2011-02-16T03:00:40.700Z Do not then avoid the Goddess any more so obstinately as hitherto. Riven Bonds. Vol. I. A Novel, in Two Volumes 2011-02-16T03:00:38.687Z She made me curious at first with all sorts of hints, and then obstinately refused to tell me more, taking great delight in my vexation. Under a Charm, Vol. I (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.700Z Who obstinately insisted upon keeping me with him when I could be of no further use to him, and yet refused to accept the smallest service which was likely to take me from my books? Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.173Z The fault of the government lay, not in taking vigorous measures for the suppression of these disorders, but in remaining obstinately blind to the true causes that had produced them. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 5 English History 2011-02-12T03:00:32.473Z She knows she is miserable, and obstinately tries to persuade herself it is because she has been thwarted in her desire to ride Saracen, but in vain. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z No, but I wondered that Herr Captain Hugo still entertained sufficient interest in the little cousin Ella, to insist so obstinately upon seeing her, when he was at first refused. Riven Bonds. Vol. I. A Novel, in Two Volumes 2011-02-16T03:00:38.687Z "They are the two individuals who passed me in the post-chaise," he replied, obstinately. Under a Charm, Vol. I (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.700Z What has suggested to you this suspicion to which you cling so obstinately? Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.173Z Casey obstinately clung to his original statement; but of course no longer urged it publicly—only sotto voce to our mate, and one or two others, who, with myself, were counselling him to apologise. The Guerilla Chief And other Tales 2011-02-10T03:00:53.627Z Lilian, alone of them all, clings wildly and obstinately to the hope that this Arlington may not be the Arlington; but she is the only one who dares place faith in this barren suggestion. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z And you would ere this, but for one who obstinately sets his face against it.” Gwen Wynn A Romance of the Wye 2011-02-09T03:00:45.007Z It has been said by some persons that Earl Grey, the prime minister, obstinately opposed all idea of inviting the Princess to be present. Memoir of Queen Adelaide Consort of King William IV. 2011-02-07T03:00:25.780Z Ben set up his square shoulders and stood as tall as he could, looking up obstinately at Jasper's face. Ben Pepper 2011-02-07T03:00:21.607Z By the love of Heaven, by that God before whom we must all appear, I charge thee, do not obstinately refuse to do justice to the innocent and oppressed! The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z I wanted to dance with one person, who obstinately refused to ask me, and so spoiled my entire evening. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z Frederic's earlier suspicion began to rise stronger than ever; he still clung obstinately to the idea that the strangers were spies, and that the "American Miss" was the most dangerous of the three. A Hero of the Pen 2011-02-04T03:00:19.217Z There was something there which still obstinately refused to bow to the outward calmness of her nature. Herman A Novel 2011-02-03T03:00:12.287Z "But—but I can't say I believe in it, because I don't," declared Jasper, quite as obstinately in his way. Ben Pepper 2011-02-07T03:00:21.607Z “But all this will do no good,” said Agnes, “if we cannot persuade Lucy, who obstinately persists that it is sinful.” The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z And if he be not obstinately short-sighted, he cannot help seeing that the man who yet loves a fairy tale is one who also fears God, is clear of head, and is brave of heart. Literature for Children 2011-02-02T03:00:21.560Z "I do not know--but he is entirely unlike himself," he persisted, obstinately. A Hero of the Pen 2011-02-04T03:00:19.217Z Let her not madly and obstinately resist the advice of those on whose affection to her, and on whose good judgment, experience has taught her to rely. The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society 2011-02-01T03:00:13.500Z "You seem," he retorted, "to have lost sight of the fact that the law gives me the right to take by force that which you so obstinately refuse." Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z And yet my coachman obstinately insisted that it was the high-road. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z The people adhered obstinately to their superstition, and clung more tenaciously than ever to the object of it. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z She secluded herself with her sorrow more obstinately than before with her pride, she bore her grief as she was wont to bear all else, alone and silently. A Hero of the Pen 2011-02-04T03:00:19.217Z In another moment—for he obstinately refused to let go—he would have been over the edge, when the line suddenly tightened. The Boy Scouts On The Range 2011-01-27T03:00:45.810Z "And if you have, Paul Friche," retorted the hag obstinately, "I paid you well for your friendship, both yesterday and the day before, didn't I?" Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z "I heard the story from the Countess herself, and she persists quite as obstinately in saying that you saved her life as you persist in denying having done so." Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z "Why did you all show him so much deference if he was only an adventurer?" persisted Gabrielle, obstinately. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z The steward thought best to lose the last question, but he remained obstinately at his subject. The Sign of Flame 2011-01-27T03:00:43.087Z What did one do, faced by obstinately sleeping guests? In the Mountains 2011-01-27T03:00:37.910Z The right was led by the Gordons, who after capturing one extremity of the ridge, wheeled round and worked along it until after dark, clearing it of the enemy, who fought most obstinately. Two Years on Trek Being Some Account of the Royal Sussex Regiment in South Africa 2011-01-26T03:00:28.560Z To be sure, I have not seen her eyes,--she held them obstinately downcast,--and I really have not heard her speak at all. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z Now, Jack—” Carleton, with a most disconcerting lack of gallantry, obstinately shook his head. The Carleton Case 2011-01-24T03:00:17.240Z She first roused my curiosity by all sorts of hints, then obstinately refused to explain, and made herself merry over my resentment. Vineta The Phantom City 2011-01-21T03:00:10.377Z Of course, the most battered, the most obstinately unhappy person couldn't hold out for ever against the all-pervading benediction of this place. In the Mountains 2011-01-27T03:00:37.910Z Kneeling, with his chest pressed against the dead woman's legs, he remained without moving and kept his eyes obstinately shut. The Secret of Sarek 2011-01-14T03:00:49.903Z It might be possible to enter in some other way than by the oaken door which remained so obstinately closed. Parlous Times A Novel of Modern Diplomacy 2011-01-13T03:01:14.887Z Olive repeated, still refusing to take any interest in what Jack was saying, but instead clinging obstinately to her own train of thought. The Ranch Girls at Home Again 2011-01-13T03:01:04.363Z Who obstinately insisted upon keeping me with him when he no longer needed my instruction? Vineta The Phantom City 2011-01-21T03:00:10.377Z And besides, never was a woman so obstinately determined as I was to do my duty. In the Mountains 2011-01-27T03:00:37.910Z "I say nothing until I hear his defence," said the vicar, obstinately; "but the whole affair is highly suspicious." The Pagan's Cup 2011-01-06T03:00:42.697Z Prussia and Austria were eager for the armistice, but Alexander obstinately refused to reopen the congress until the eighteenth, when everything seemed changed, and all the allies really desired peace. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. IV. (of IV.) 2011-01-05T03:00:52.520Z She obstinately refused to let him take a cab, and she parted with him at her door, sending him a kiss with her finger-tips. Sentimental Education Vol 1 2011-01-04T03:01:07.467Z By way of a change, I had chased this ship under English colors, but she obstinately refused to show any colors herself, until she was compelled, by the loud-mouthed command of a gun. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z A single obstinately unselfish person can wreck the happiness of a whole household. In the Mountains 2011-01-27T03:00:37.910Z In that now extant it is only said regarding Owen, that inasmuch as he obstinately keeps beyond the seas, he cannot be arraigned, nor can evidence and proofs be produced against him. What was the Gunpowder Plot? The Traditional Story Tested by Original Evidence 2011-01-03T03:01:06.770Z And yet the mass of the Peruvians, in spite of their conversion to Roman Catholicism, remained obstinately attached to the memory of their Incas. Lectures on the Origin and Growth of Religion as Illustrated by the Native Religions of Mexico and Peru 2011-01-02T03:00:21.577Z Lilly wanted to see his eyes, too, but he kept them obstinately bent on his book, though he seemed merely to be skimming through it. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z But Coralie came nearer to him and crossed her arms obstinately and defiantly. The Golden Triangle The Return of Ars?ne Lupin 2011-01-01T03:00:23.890Z But the old woman was too weak to pull the heavy book on to her lap and it slipped obstinately down her dress to the floor, against the foot-warmer. Dr. Adriaan 2010-12-29T03:00:33.467Z "Most of the prisoners," says the secretary, "have wilfully forsworn that the priests knew anything in particular, and obstinately refuse to be accusers of them, yea, what torture soever they be put to." What was the Gunpowder Plot? The Traditional Story Tested by Original Evidence 2011-01-03T03:01:06.770Z But the more he tried to recall the image of the beloved, the more obstinately the wrinkled face of the baron presented itself instead. Problematic Characters A Novel 2010-12-26T03:00:15.780Z Tommy obstinately planted his forelegs and had to be dragged along like a lifeless toy. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z She stood there, afraid of him, but obstinately glad of the thing she had done. Lola 2010-12-24T03:00:35.720Z I know you pedagogues stick obstinately to what you call a good general grounding; but, if I may say so, you ought to specialise a bit more. The Lighter Side of School Life 2010-12-24T03:00:31.150Z Here the Creeks fought with the utmost desperation, refusing quarter, obstinately resisting when resistance was manifestly in vain, and choosing to die where they stood, rather than yield even to Coffee's overwhelming numbers. Red Eagle and the Wars With the Creek Indians of Alabama. 2010-12-20T17:12:28.183Z In its romantic form, moralism becomes barbarous and actually immoral; it obstinately craves action and stress for their own sake, experience in the gross, and a good-and-bad way of living. Character and Opinion in the United States 2010-12-20T17:12:15.253Z So we sat there over our empty cups, with the wasps struggling in the jam and Coco harping on the wires of his cage, but still obstinately refusing to sing "Quand je bois." The Tower of Oblivion 2010-12-20T17:11:53.787Z One coach, however, obstinately held its ground in spite of the railway, and continued to carry passengers from and to London and Bristol at the rate of 1d. per mile until October, 1843. The Bristol Royal Mail Post, Telegraph, and Telephone A certain bishop who claimed the right sent his secretary to argue with Lord Thurlow, who, for his part, obstinately maintained the counter-claim of the Crown. A Cursory History of Swearing He was valorous enough, but he was also discreet, and he therefore obstinately remained true to his allegiance. Red Eagle and the Wars With the Creek Indians of Alabama. 2010-12-20T17:12:28.183Z The Americans fought obstinately until they were overwhelmed. The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. "And yet you intended to take him with us to America?" she answered obstinately. The Undying Past As his despondency was wont to wear away, his penuriousness in the same degree increased; and at such periods a penny for the most necessary purpose was obstinately refused. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 13 I flashed the light across his face, but he kept his eyes obstinately shut, and buried his face deeper in his hands. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 The engine gave an impatient whistle, but the line was not clear, and the starting-signal remained obstinately red. "Pip" A Romance of Youth By July 27, 1918, the Franco-American forces had driven the Germans almost entirely out of the wooded area they had been so obstinately defending. The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. Then she remained obstinately silent The padre, too, did not speak. Four Phases of Love She was sitting nearly opposite me, but I could see only her little feet and the edge of her dress, for I kept my eyes obstinately cast down. A Divided Heart and Other Stories Had the heart of the great theorist, sailing obstinately straight west in obedience to the call of the land whose presence there he had reasoned out, misgiven him at last? The Ifs of History I employed a physician,—my old master—but steadfastly, and almost obstinately determined not to take much medicine;—nor was there much prescribed. Forty Years in the Wilderness of Pills and Powders Cogitations and Confessions of an Aged Physician And for another we are going to hope that a real court will not be so obstinately suspicious as this Scotchman. Stranded in Arcady The young wife remained obstinately silent, but her eyes filled with heavy drops. Four Phases of Love She presented me to her old friend, an excellent little spinster with snow-white hair, merry black eyes, and an obstinately black and visible mustache. A Divided Heart and Other Stories Indeed, the very awakening of his conscience and his almost dormant affection for Stephanie made him cling more obstinately to the wilds. Dick's Desertion A Boy's Adventures in Canadian Forests Sir Walter Scott says, of Napoleon: He never obeyed the medical injunctions of his physician, Dr. O'Meara, and obstinately refused to take medicine. Forty Years in the Wilderness of Pills and Powders Cogitations and Confessions of an Aged Physician By this time the gentle, graceful governess had become warmly attached to the beautiful, wayward, willful girl who persisted so obstinately in refusing what she chose to call "polish." Love Works Wonders A Novel She remained obstinately silent, and permitted herself to be led back to the house. Four Phases of Love Ah, and over it all lay, like a veil, that old coldness, and her fair head was poised just as obstinately as before, and her words had an imperious sound. A Sister's Love A Novel I was no longer some one obstinately facing a realm of infinity in order to measure its limits, a very small creature who wanted to add herself to nature. Woman Yet I was resolutely, perhaps obstinately, determined on making an effort. Forty Years in the Wilderness of Pills and Powders Cogitations and Confessions of an Aged Physician She set her little teeth obstinately together, and looked up at him with her old hauteur. Beatrice Boville and Other Stories Sam Herrick, standing behind the fallen trees, rifle in hand, was obstinately interfering with their effort to secure a much larger and better payment of the same old debt. The Red Mustang I began to doubt whether the beautiful nocturnal melody could have issued from those obstinately compressed lips. The Romance of the Canoness A Life-History Why obstinately wish to discover a way out and knock your head against a stone wall? Woman |
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