| 单词 | officiously |
| 例句 | The movers arrived at eleven that morning, powerfully muscled, red-faced men who grunted officiously over the dead weight of refrigerators and air conditioners. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z “Okra has too much pride to do tricks for mere human beings,” Mary Anne stated officiously. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z I had seen Bunny in the post office, in the first week of school, talking rather officiously to a girl of this description. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z She told me, rather officiously, that the two of them had plans and would not be in until late. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z “Like French and German,” added another student, officiously showing off his learning. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z Intelligent compromise strikes me as a wiser strategy than either militantly defending or officiously decimating the status quo. Debate heats up over proposed changes to L.A. 99-seat theater plan 2015-02-20T05:00:00Z Dancers in scrubs skip around and gesture officiously, doing a stylized version of the inscrutable activity that any patient might recognize. ‘Last Ward’ Review: Ashes to Ashes, Dirt to Dirt 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Here are four of them: two perched officiously on dining chairs and another pair lying under the table, like dozy sidekicks. The Mysterious Relationship Between Pets and Their Owners 2019-10-27T04:00:00Z The narrator officiously poses the first questions: “Who are we? Is there a future?” A Salzburg Festival Rich With Dreams and Power 2016-08-02T04:00:00Z In these early installments, Dream himself is too often stuck in exposition mode, officiously explaining the etiquette protocols of various realms like an underworld Emily Post. Review | ‘The Sandman’ suggests some comics are better left off-screen 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z He nodded almost officiously at his brothers, as if to apologize, but spent the first part of the proceedings staring intently at a far wall. What a Fraternity Hazing Death Revealed About the Painful Search for an Asian-American Identity 2017-08-09T04:00:00Z But this agreement - officiously named Oregon Good Neighbor Authority Master Agreement - could make a bit of difference. Editorials from around Oregon 2016-04-04T04:00:00Z “I love the fur,” she told a clerk officiously. Critical Shopper: Dennis Basso Looks Beyond Furs 2013-12-10T23:29:02Z Also beeps at you officiously at the beginning and end of its cycles. Are our household appliances getting too complicated? 2013-02-27T08:00:02Z In a spoof of McDonald’s, a juicy Big Mac is lifted toward a consumer’s face as an announcer officiously describes its fat content. Adbusters’ War Against Too Much of Everything 2012-12-22T17:17:52Z Presently he came back very officiously and beckoned to Monkley, whom he introduced. The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett 2012-04-26T02:00:17.327Z On a cold winter evening, when she had walked to the railway station with Enid and was finding her a seat in the local train, a porter officiously pointed out Bence. Mrs. Thompson A Novel 2012-04-25T02:01:10.557Z Never interrupt any one who is speaking; it is quite as rude to officiously supply a name or date about which another hesitates, unless you are asked to do so. 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 Before him the road, white and dusty, continued officiously on its way to the village and duty. A Safety Match 2012-03-19T02:00:23.817Z The being officiously good-natured and civil is something so uncommon in the world, that one cannot hear a man make profession of it without being surprised, or, at least, suspecting the disinterestedness of his intentions. ?sop's Fables, Embellished with One Hundred and Eleven Emblematical Devices. 2012-03-19T02:00:22.807Z Lucretia in her morning dress officiously insisting upon offering me the buckwheat pancakes with her own white hands was Lucretia still, and I fell deeper in love than ever. The Beckoning Hand and Other Stories 2012-01-10T03:00:17.100Z They were too politic to hazard, at once, my favour and hers, by being officiously censorious. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z Do not officiously offer assistance or advice in general society. 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 It was here, as he stood in deep thought, that his old friend Providence came rather officiously to his aid. The Sailor 2011-12-03T03:00:11.697Z And it is just that he should have a portion of it for himself, which will not be the case if you officiously hand it about to people around you. The Ladies' Guide to True Politeness and Perfect Manners or, Miss Leslie's Behaviour Book 2011-11-13T03:00:12.183Z They looked askance at Harley, who sat proudly by the visitor, supplying him with Bibles, hymn-books, lesson leaves, and finding the place for him officiously. The Enchanted Barn 2011-10-13T02:00:50.933Z Leander fetched a tub full of snow, and officiously tried to help in pulling off the girl's garments. The Vulture Maiden [Die Geier-Wally.] 2011-07-25T02:00:17.960Z The king was about to enter the cab without a word, when a ragged boy officiously stood by the wheel. Humorous Readings and Recitations In prose and verse 2011-07-20T02:00:16.323Z And yet farther, is it not remarkable, that most part of the money is paid by the cursed party of whigs, who from the beginning officiously appeared to keep him from his right? And What if the Pretender should Come? Or Some Considerations of the Advantages and Real Consequences of the Pretender's Possessing the Crown of Great Britain 2011-07-19T02:00:23.110Z Scarcely had I pulled up the reins, being yet undecided, when the hausknecht officiously sprung out, took my horse by the bridle, and on my dismounting, led him, without asking any questions, to the stable. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z When the mainsail was set on fire he ordered some hands aloft to extinguish it, and when another man was somewhat officiously following, he called him down. Privateers and Privateering 2011-06-21T02:00:26.477Z Hosseyn fired officiously—chuckling and nearly tumbling over; and the dahabieh itself, having opened the ball, fired again at intervals from a long distance as if it had forgotten somebody—they are too funny. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume II 2011-05-22T02:00:17.943Z "Who are these men, and to what purpose are they here?" said the Chief Baron, as Bicknell officiously exerted himself to make way for some persons behind. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. II (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:06.657Z Already the steamer chairs were being tied up and piled away; the stewards, officiously anxious to render some last service, were hovering around. Mysterious Mr. Sabin 2011-03-24T02:00:10.087Z The deputy had a pair of handcuffs dangling officiously. The Prophet of the Great Smoky Mountains 2011-03-22T02:00:18.637Z He stepped out of the seat, at the end of service, and waited for her to follow, quite quietly and not officiously. The Daughter Pays 2011-03-19T02:00:09.513Z It is the parrot officiously replying, 'Yes,'m,' in the cook's voice. Doctor Cupid 2011-03-13T03:00:23.987Z And thus saying, Mistress Anne Evans officiously opened the door, and Cleve entered. The Tenants of Malory Volume 3 of 3 2011-03-04T03:00:53.937Z Suddenly the deaf mute rushed back to officiously claim the officer's attention. The Storm Centre 2011-03-01T03:00:39.427Z Two gentlemen, handsomely dressed and without hats, rush into the street and officiously carry in your luggage. The Thistle and the Cedar of Lebanon 2011-02-20T03:00:13.767Z No, sir; nor shall I. it shall be for you to do that 'officiously,' as the French say, to distinguish from what is called 'officially.' Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I. 2011-02-18T03:00:17.957Z He sets down the candlestick, and takes up an 'A B C' lying on the table, as if officiously close at hand. Doctor Cupid 2011-03-13T03:00:23.987Z “What’s your real name, sister?” the constable demanded loudly, officiously, stamping up the steps that led to the little platform. Girl Alone 2011-01-27T03:00:36.117Z Lucienne was as amiable and just as officiously kind as she could be, but Jean no longer responded to her advances. The Children of Alsace Les Oberl?s 2011-01-16T03:00:19.697Z Captain Cook, who was then ashore, endeavoured to intercept his landing; but it seems, that he was led out of the way by some of the natives, who had officiously intruded themselves as guides. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z "Not formally, perhaps,—not what we call officially; but he may have done so in that more effective way termed 'officiously.'" Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I. 2011-02-18T03:00:17.957Z “My lord,” interrupted one of them officiously, “to be sure it was the trap-door, and he was going to make his escape.” Shorter Novels, Eighteenth Century The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia; The Castle of Otranto, a Gothic Story; Vathek, an Arabian Tale 2010-12-29T03:00:31.850Z “This, you must understand, was four or five years ago, Max,” interposed Mr Carlyle officiously. Max Carrados 2010-12-24T03:00:32.117Z When International Olympic Committee President Jacques Rogge declared officiously, as has been a longstanding tradition, the Games officially closed, fans actually booed. Vancouver closes the Olympic Games without a glitch 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z Leo learnt how matters stood from Schumann, who was officiously obliging in giving information. The Undying Past Mr. Reed," said he, officiously, "we've come to notify you not to run any more trains through here till this strike's settled. The Nerve of Foley And Other Railroad Stories When at sunset Miss Leslie withdrew into the baobab, Winthrope somewhat officiously insisted upon helping her set up her screen in the entrance. Into the Primitive Now, as he sat gazing out over roofs and chimney-pots, a messenger boy, impatient of anteroom delays, burst officiously into his office. The Tempering When she caught sight of the ghastly trace, she uttered a low cry, staggered back, and leaned for a moment upon Rosenbusch, who officiously sprang to her assistance. In Paradise A Novel. Vol. II "Thank you," she whispered as she rose up again, holding the book he had officiously handed her. In Paradise A Novel. Vol. I. They walked steadily, these three, staring ahead, following close after the marshal, who now officiously ordered room for himself and his charges. The Broken Gate A Novel There was nothing in his officiously tended leave-taking to stir my interest; my eyes rested on him idly for a moment, that was all. The Book of Susan A Novel We have said that in politics its influence was hurtful to those in whose behalf it was officiously employed, and we wish to verify this statement in a logical manner. K. K. K. Sketches, Humorous and Didactic Treating the More Important Events of the Ku-Klux-Klan Movement in the South. With a Discussion of the Causes which gave Rise to it, and the Social and Political Issues Emanating from it. The major alone did not seem to take the matter into consideration, and, turning to the entrance of the bastion tunnel, he officiously offered his services to lead the way to the subterranean hall. Hungarian Sketches in Peace and War Constable's Miscellany of Foreign Literature, vol. 1 "You put capitals for every word of the title, don't you?" inquired Jess Morrison officiously. Loyal to the School Her mother, who was officiously courteous to me, didn't approve of that subject, but the daughter listened eagerly. The Price of the Prairie A Story of Kansas She was now officiously and anxiously attending on Miss Roxy, who was in the midst of the responsible operation which should conduce greatly to this end. The Pearl of Orr's Island A Story of the Coast of Maine Lest, however, some persons should officiously infer that we mean to wrong a very excellent class of people, we will state that the analogy between the last-named objects does not cease here. K. K. K. Sketches, Humorous and Didactic Treating the More Important Events of the Ku-Klux-Klan Movement in the South. With a Discussion of the Causes which gave Rise to it, and the Social and Political Issues Emanating from it. "And you have already found it?" asked Athalie, seriously, who then lighted the candles and officiously conducted Michael to his room. Timar's Two Worlds They neither saw nor heard anything of her, and they knew her moods too well to be officiously inquisitive. Stories by American Authors, Volume 3 Some zealous Frenchman at the Sublime Porte had officiously procured this recommendation from the enemy of Christianity; but an alliance with Mahometanism did no service to Montluc, either with the catholics or the evangelicals. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 The imperfection of this knowledge had affected the name of the place, and when he officiously struck in to supply it, he did so inaccurately. When Ghost Meets Ghost Then Grant, who had left the hallway and was looking through the window, saw the little figure of Joseph Calvin moving officiously among the men. In the Heart of a Fool Hammer went eagerly to the assistance of Ollie, opening the little gate in the railing for her officiously, putting his palm under her elbow in his sustaining fashion. The Bondboy Diana submitted patiently, and Mrs. Brandt officiously fastened a knot of blue ribband in her bright hair. Diana He barely lifted his eyes as Young Denny crawled through the ropes at the opposite corner, behind the officiously fluttering Ogden. Once to Every Man The Scanlon brothers appeared, officiously wanting to know what they were to do next. Wild Justice: Stories of the South Seas After having been thus officiously assisted by a connoisseur, who points out to them the beauties of authors, will they be able afterwards to discover beauties without his assistance? Practical Education, Volume I While she waited, she was annoyed to see Mr. Alfred Cayley Pounce making his way towards her officiously. The Beth Book Being a Study of the Life of Elizabeth Caldwell Maclure, a Woman of Genius "Why have the police been officially—and officiously—searching the house, then?" he asked. The Chestermarke Instinct "The Princess took them with her this morning," Pippa vouchsafed officiously. Romance of Roman Villas (The Renaissance) At this moment a gentleman in a riding suit, and booted and spurred, passed through the hall and descended the steps, accompanied by the landlord, who officiously held the stirrup as he mounted. The King's Warrant A Story of Old and New France He heard the clown officiously shouting: 'This way, Mr. Policeman, sir!' and then a tremendous battering at his door. The Talking Horse And Other Tales They have long been the pest of the playhouse, and always the worst enemies of those whose cause they have officiously assumed to espouse. The Mirror of Taste, and Dramatic Censor Volume I, Number 3 Everybody in the room, who were chiefly the guards' wives and daughters, seemed to compassionate me exceedingly; and the sentinel officiously opened the door. Fifty-Two Stories For Girls Much of her apparel had slipped away from her in the fervours of revivalist anecdote, and while she hunted for gloves and reticule—officiously helped by the younger girls—Robert crossed over to Catherine. Robert Elsmere They were officiously anxious to please "Your Highness," as they christened me. Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison Fifteen Years in Solitude Every great man, of whatever kind be his greatness, has among his friends those who officiously or insidiously quicken his attention to offences, heighten his disgust, and stimulate his resentment. The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes Volume the Eighth: The Lives of the Poets, Volume II "Say, I can tell you that right off the reel," declared Bristles, officiously. Fred Fenton on the Track or, The Athletes of Riverport School “Take us out by the nearest way,” I said; and the man began to hurry us officiously through the crowd. The Car of Destiny Yet, the more messengers and helpers the better; and Erlingsen was rather vexed to see Hund go with alacrity to unmoor the boat, and offer officiously to row the pastor across the fiord. Feats on the Fiord The third book in "The Playfellow" The servants were standing round, officiously offering their aid,—those very servants who had been told about ten days since that this lady was to become their master's wife and their mistress. Orley Farm This transaction not being avowed, Mackay, the master of the Dover packet-boat, either zealously or officiously, seized Prior and his associates at Canterbury. The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes Volume the Eighth: The Lives of the Poets, Volume II "The new chief will decide about those things," said Shanklin officiously. The Devil's Asteroid Running forward just as the widow Lynch was officiously thrusting her warm-hearted attentions on the invalid, he accosted the doctor, and offered to escort him to the golden cave. The Island Queen And therefore let the governors be punctiliously instructed to perform their duties strictly; but let those be recalled who irritated the best people in the colonies by too officiously endeavoring to carry out their instructions. Beginnings of the American People An idle story was officiously circulated, of his having conveyed to her in a bracelet the whole scheme of his plot; and on March 15th she was again taken into custody and brought to Hampton-court. Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth And she turned her back and settled the mirror, officiously, leaving all the other responsibilities to Betty. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 102, April, 1866 The next moment I was engaged with the pair who had trotted by my cab, and who had fastened most officiously upon mine. Sail Ho! A Boy at Sea Arthur at this moment came up officiously with a glass of water, which Mr Bickers drank eagerly, and then, declining one last offer of assistance, went slowly out towards his own house. The Master of the Shell Everybody in the room, who were chiefly the guards' wives and daughters, seemed to compassionate me exceedingly, and the sentinel officiously opened me the door. Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745 Volume II. Her two fugitive handmaidens had by this time returned to the kitchen, and endeavoured to suppress a smuggled laugh at the recollection of their mistress's panic, by acting very officiously in Mr. Touchwood's service. St. Ronan's Well Gustavo who had been hanging officiously in the rear, approached and begged their pardon. Jerry Junior Gustavo, who had been hanging officiously in the rear, approached and begged their pardon. Jerry A punkah that may once have been white waggled officiously overhead. The Great Amulet But little Mr. Justice Sawrey, edging out of the group officiously, set spurs to his own horse and trotted after him. A Book of Quaker Saints The Tortoise very officiously offered its Back on the Surface of the Water. The Mide'wiwin or "Grand Medicine Society" of the Ojibwa Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 143-300 Calvin Van de Lear officiously sought to assist the witness in, but Duff Salter pressed him back and gave the sad and beautiful woman his arm. Bohemian Days Three American Tales Why is he so morbidly anxious to keep out of sight any extravagances of affection, when he blurts officiously to the world his extravagances of action and of thought? Dream Life A Fable Of The Seasons There was also the same quiet assumption of her, which had been in his manner for so long; that also was never officiously displayed, though never wanting when there was occasion. Wych Hazel The heavy curtains billowed and sank and billowed again, as intrusive puffs of wind crept officiously through the crevices of the old casements. Princess Taking this in officiously, the man once more addressed him, offering his hand, which Kalus did not take. The Mantooth "Dartrey's had to go north for a few days," Miller confided officiously. Nobody's Man Director Lilienfeld appeared and, turning and twisting like an eel around the awe-inspiring old man, officiously begged him to be seated in one of the front rows. Atlantis Lasalle was somewhat officiously but with great attention stroking into order one or two of Wych Hazel's curls which the riding had tossed. Wych Hazel Looking into the passage, L'Isle now saw an orderly, whom Moodie had officiously brought up-stairs from the door, and he hurried out to receive the man's message, and send him off. The Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters Rushing up to the Bradys officiously, the panting policeman asked: "What's the matter here?" The Bradys and the Girl Smuggler or, Working for the Custom House That night, when Mr. Stillinghast came in, Helen officiously placed his chair in its usual corner, and handed him his slippers. May Brooke You have filled all places with sepulchres and monuments, altho you are no where bidden to prostrate yourselves to sepulchres, and to respect them officiously. Observations upon the Prophecies of Daniel, and the Apocalypse of St. John Both would officiously help her to catch and bridle her horse, carry her pail, or assist her in the hay-field. Mark Hurdlestone Or, The Two Brothers She led up every mortal to the appointed place, after having officiously assisted him in making up his pack, and laying it upon his shoulders. McGuffey's Sixth Eclectic Reader Disregarding the law of Trajan which required that they should not be officiously sought after, he encouraged spies and informers to harass them with accusations. The Ancient Church Its History, Doctrine, Worship, and Constitution "Does Madame want a seat?" he asked officiously. The Chink in the Armour Captain Cook, who was then ashore, endeavoured to intercept his landing; but it seems that he was led out of the way by some of the natives, who had officiously intruded themselves as guides. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 16 Cato stood at the gate, and came forward, officiously, to help them out. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 23, September, 1859 "And pray how do you know?" asked Mrs. Fisher icily, for Mrs. Wilkins was actually helping herself to more maccaroni, offered her officiously and unnecessarily a second time by Francesca. The Enchanted April Trove, now a well-to-do and unabashed dog, rolled and kicked on his back in puppy-like ecstacy as he watched her dress, and officiously brought her her muff, which, however, he objected to resigning. Bluebell A Novel "That wasn't all," went on Connie, taking the case from his hands and officiously dusting it with her handkerchief. The Workingman's Paradise An Australian Labour Novel Ann only felt gratitude; her heart was entirely engrossed by one object, and friendship could not serve as a substitute; memory officiously retraced past scenes, and unavailing wishes made time loiter. Mary A Fiction The most corrupt are most obsequious grown, And those they scorned, officiously they own. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 05 Never be it said that I officiously obtruded an opinion; but, Sir Christopher, thus urged, I confess that it had better pleased me had the savages been detained. The Knight of the Golden Melice A Historical Romance Once Starrett had motored up officiously to bully Wherry into coming back to him. Diane of the Green Van It was a very deferential and officiously eager Brimberly who presently knocked and, bowing very frequently, begged to know how he might be of further service. The Definite Object A Romance of New York Why are we to be officiously reminded of such passages in his letters, provided that they exist. Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 6 With His Letters and Journals But the words undoubtedly, in their obvious construction, carry with them a difficulty which no writer would have brought upon himself officiously. Evidence of Christianity He objected to the idle, the too dull the swindlers and thieves as well as the officiously puritanic or dogmatic. Twelve Men The mass of his critics are roundly made game of, in a boisterously genial sally, as "sweeps" officiously concerned at his excess of "smoke." Robert Browning Permanent commissions should be placed over them with the right and duty of interfering officiously in their business. The Promise of American Life When her husband returns from the Trojan war she receives him with pretended kindness, and officiously offers to serve him at the bath. Lady Byron Vindicated A history of the Byron controversy from its beginning in 1816 to the present time He performed officiously the duties of a long day, with growing impatience, but simultaneously fearing for the time to pass. Oberheim (Voices) She led up every mortal to the appointed place, after having, very officiously assisted him in making up his pack, and laying it upon his shoulders. The Young Gentleman and Lady's Monitor, and English Teacher's Assistant She allowed him to go in to luncheon alone, wishing to inspect the mysterious casket; but, unluckily, she was interrupted by Hedwig, who rather officiously wanted to dust the room. The Son of Clemenceau "Anna," began Lizzie officiously, "I am to tell you—" "I know all about it already," answered Anna drily, in a steady voice. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 09 Friedrich Hebbel and Otto Ludwig "This, you must understand, was four or five years ago, Max," interposed Mr. Carlyle officiously. Four Max Carrados Detective Stories As he does so, a chance star-shell bursts squarely over him, and comes sizzling officiously down almost on to his back. The First Hundred Thousand Their little wants, likings, dislikes, preferences, antipathies, fancies, whims, and even impertinences, must be officiously attended to, flattered, and, if possible, guessed at and anticipated, by a well-bred man. The Young Gentleman and Lady's Monitor, and English Teacher's Assistant The policeman, somewhat down the corridor, moved officiously in their direction. The Air Trust People came rushing out of the tavern, and someone very officiously started whistling for the gendarmes. Castles in the Air She officiously made herself of consequence to the most noted players; who, as one of their patronesses, applied to her for her interest on their benefit-nights. Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 9 "Nay, you do yourself injury, my dearest Miss Grahame," observed the ex-governess, officiously. The Mother's Recompense, Volume 1 A Sequel to Home Influence If he is officiously attentive to our comfort, and his countenance is frank and open, look out for him. Abroad with the Jimmies Where the ear is opened to accusations, accusers will not be wanting; and every one will officiously come with stories against a disgraced child, where nothing dare be said in her favour. Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 7 Indeed, to adapt CLOUGH'S phrase, one wants other people—and especially those whose prosperity is dependent upon us—officiously to keep us alive. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, July 18, 1917 A Judas, tempted by the high reward of the French for killing him, officiously pretended to take great care of him. Summer on the Lakes, in 1843 But take care you are not too suddenly, or too officiously compassionate. Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 6 There was nothing for it but to return to the arcade, where I sat down on a step, from which a native policeman drove me away officiously. Jimgrim and Allah's Peace Her jailor officiously followed her from place to place, and observed what she did for the present in silence. Caleb Williams Or Things as They Are It is—let—me—see,’ he continued, slowly, as he deposited his ponderous bulk in the arm-chair that Rose officiously brought towards him; ‘it is just—six-weeks—by my reckoning, since you darkened—my—door!’ The Tenant of Wildfell Hall But Sir Mulberry Hawk was not to be so easily repulsed, for he advanced with extended hand; and Mrs Nickleby officiously informing Kate of this circumstance, she was obliged to extend her own. Nicholas Nickleby "But who is the gentleman who is just going up to them and handing them a tumbler so officiously?" A Hero of Our Time Some unguarded expressions which dropped from Claudius were officiously transmitted to the royal ear. History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 1 The ticket-porter, if he were not absent on a job, always ran officiously before, to open Mr Dombey's office door as wide as possible, and hold it open, with his hat off, while he entered. Dombey and Son A negro lad, startled from his sleep by the officer's voice - he knows it well - but comforted by his assurance that he has not come on business, officiously bestirs himself to light a candle. American Notes Before my return the doctor had officiously undertaken to save me all trouble by registering the death, on the date when it happened, with his own hand. The Woman in White Having officiously deposited the gentleman's boots right and left at his feet, and the lady's shoes right and left at hers, he backed towards the door. The Pickwick Papers I slipped it on the little finger of my left hand, and, begging Rosalind to remain where she was meanwhile, and to take no steps without consulting me, I mysteriously, not to say officiously, departed. Quest of the Golden Girl, a Romance Many of the men sprang forward, officiously, to offer their services, either from the hope of the reward, or from that cringing subserviency which is one of the most baleful effects of slavery. Uncle Tom's Cabin “The man's drunk,” said I, perhaps officiously; “you'll do no good.” The Island of Doctor Moreau The peddler officiously assisted to tighten the girths, and fasten the blue cloak and valise to the mailstraps. The Spy She came, she must own, officiously, she said, this once more, though against the opinion of my father: but knowing and dreading the consequence of my opposition, she could not but come. Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 2 He had a disagreeable voice, was vulgar in the grain, but officiously helpful if appeal were made to him. The Trespasser Her penitential tears now flow in abundance; and she has been officiously endeavouring to petition me not to harm so good, so forgiving, so heavenly a young lady! Anna St. Ives Philip's party, as soon as the danger was over, officiously offered their assistance. Tales and Novels — Volume 03 Two of the female attendants belonging to the castle had slept in the same apartment with her, and soon, perceiving her in motion, followed her example, and officiously pressed around her. Imogen A Pastoral Romance Without deigning to give the footman any explanation, Forester took his own portmanteau from the carrier; and Dr. Campbell came down-stairs just when the footman was officiously struggling with the young gentleman for his burden. Tales and Novels — Volume 01 Much of her apparel had slipped away from her in the fervors of revivalist anecdote, and while she hunted for gloves and reticule—officiously helped by the younger girls—Robert crossed over to Catherine. Robert Elsmere Armed with these, he faces with calmness the disgusting curiosity of the Game-Captain, who officiously desires to know the reason of his non-appearance on the preceding day. A Wodehouse Miscellany Articles & Stories Why are we officiously reminded that there have been really such instances of depravity? The Complete Poems of Sir Thomas Moore Collected by Himself with Explanatory Notes "A good journey to you, sir," said he, bustling officiously round the trap, "it has been a treat to see you." The Possessed (The Devils) Amelius had suspected this man of being the spy who officiously informed against Mellicent and himself, but having discovered no evidence to justify his suspicions, he had remained silent on the subject. The Fallen Leaves Joseph officiously opened the door for him; and Joseph was surprised, precisely as his mistress had been surprised. Heart and Science A Story of the Present Time In a few minutes the cab was at the door, and Rosie officiously helped the girl in, handed her the bag, and told her to pay the cabman one shilling. Fan : the story of a young girl's life The people of the house, instead of bringing me a quiet peasant, officiously delivered me up to a professed antiquary, one of those diligent plausible young men, to whom, God help me! Dreams, Waking Thoughts, and Incidents Two of her gossips, officiously whispering into her ear the commonplace topic of resignation under irremediable misfortune, seemed as if they were endeavouring to stun the grief which they could not console. The Antiquary — Volume 02 "Close thy door, girl, and make little ceremony with an old friend," said the gondolier, officiously offering to aid her in securing the dwelling. The Bravo She then hastened officiously to press her support on Edith, as she paced the hall apparently in deep meditation. Old Mortality, Volume 2. In the silence which ensued, Lysander officiously proposed to remove the sign. The Prince of India — Volume 01 And thus you loose yourself the knot of union Which you officiously, uncalled for, bound! Mary Stuart Two notes I wrote, as if to be carried to church, to pray for his reclaiming, and my safety; which Mrs. Jewkes seized, and officiously shewed him. Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded They, much pleased in thus being singled out as special friends of the family, officiously obeyed. What Can She Do? Behind them were the mules, and then in a cluster, each with a load of some sort on his head, were the thirty prisoners, and Ismail took charge of them officiously. King of the Khyber Rifles "What have I done!" exclaimed my evil genius, and ran officiously for a glass of water. Evelina, Or, the History of a Young Lady's Entrance into the World At the first glance Julian recognised, to his surprise, the same indifferently dressed, thin-looking person, who, during the first bargain which he had made with Bridlesley, had officiously interfered with his advice and opinion. Peveril of the Peak She is a born fusser about herself and everybody else for whom she feels responsible; and her vanity causes her to exaggerate her responsibilities officiously. Getting Married Only round the two new pyres not yet quite finished was anything approaching a crowd assembled, and there a priest was officiously directing the laying of the logs. Rung Ho! She was standing beside Mr. Dexter, who was officiously attentive to her up to the last moment. The Hand but Not the Heart or, The Life-Trials of Jessie Loring Heidi is not officiously interfered with; she has the best of care. Power Through Repose A short, bald, little man with short legs, long arms, and protruding jaw, ran officiously up and down the room. Mother Oscar impatiently repeated my question; the rector, at the time, officiously assisting him to descend from the carriage, and leaving me to get out as I could. Poor Miss Finch The convicts slunk away into their berths, or officiously ran to help "the doctor," with affectation of intense obedience. For the Term of His Natural Life She was no sooner in the house, than young Frank Beverley came running to Mrs. Dodd, and put the missing parasol officiously into her hand. Hard Cash When the two fiddlers came, he led them in with a defiant air, and placed them in the corner, bustling about officiously but without looking at Raines, whose face began to cloud. A Mountain Europa "Don't talk nonsense!" the physician cried officiously in a thin voice. Mother Mr. Washburne, the American Minister, had requested him to ask me whether I did not think that some good might result were he to intervene *officiously* and see the King of Prussia. The Memoirs of Victor Hugo This young fellow met an Irishman on the street, and called to him, officiously: 'Oh, Mike, I'm awful glad I met you. Lincoln's Yarns and Stories: a complete collection of the funny and witty anecdotes that made Lincoln famous as America's greatest story teller The men helped him officiously into the carriage, though he could have walked very well alone. Put Yourself in His Place "There, don't trouble yourselves asking useless questions," said the Penitentiary officiously. Dona Perfecta The enterprising Mr. Blount had been hanging about the Doctor like a cat about the cream pitcher; now he rushed up, grasped the suit case, and officiously led the way toward the depot wagon. The Depot Master He had been sent into the county of which Templeton was the capital, and had been kindly invited by Marmaduke, and officiously pressed by Richard, to take up his abode in the village. The Pioneers Another guest, Miss Rowley, also a collecting celebrity, was sitting opposite, and turned so pale at the moment, that I was on the point of officiously recommending a glass of water. The Lumley Autograph What the devil do you mean by running about officiously and bothering about other people's souls? The Vision Splendid "The fit seemed to take him, citizen president, when the female prisoner had made an end of her statement," exclaimed Magloire, pressing forward officiously. After Dark Now, have done with these busy fingers, Janet," she said to her handmaiden, who was still officiously employed in bringing her hair and her dress into order—"have done, I say. Kenilworth His people, too, thronged around them, and were officiously attentive after the Crow fashion. The Adventures of Captain Bonneville, U. S. A., in the Rocky Mountains and the Far West She had often encouraged and rewarded, also, the ingratitude of a whole nation for a splendid summer, somewhat officiously cooling, refreshing, allaying, and comforting the discontent of the victims of an English sun. Ceres' Runaway and Other Essays "That will do, thank you," said Widgery, officiously, feeling that she would be easier under this new surprise if the man were dismissed. The Wheels of Chance: a Bicycling Idyll Had Rolf officiously offered it, it would have been refused; now the Indian took it, tapped and warmed it at the fire, and sang a song of the Wabanaki. Rolf in the Woods Varney officiously assisted his lord to bed, and placed a massive silver night-lamp, with a short sword, on a marble table which stood close by the head of the couch. Kenilworth |
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